Firmware Test Engineer

Overview WHO WE ARE: Beyondsoft is a leading mid-sized business IT and consulting company that combines modern technologies and proven methodologies to tailor solutions that move your business forward.Our global head office is based in Singapore, and our team is made up of a diversely talented team of experts who thrive on innovation and pushing the bounds of technology to solve our customers’ most pressing challenges.When it comes time to deliver, we set our sights on that sweet spot where brilliance, emerging technologies, best practices, and accountability converge. We have a global presence spanning four continents (North America, South America, Europe, and Asia). Our global network of talent and customer-centric engagement model enables us to provide top-quality services on an unprecedented scale. WHAT WE’RE ABOUT: We believe that collaboration, transparency, and accountability are the values that guide our business, our delivery, and our brand. Everyone has something to bring to the table, and we believe in working together with our peers and clients to leverage the best of one another in everything we do. When we proactively collaborate, business decisions become easier, innovation is greater, and outcomes are better. Our ability to achieve our mission and live out our values depends upon a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. So, we strive to foster a workplace where people have the respect, support, and voice they deserve, where innovative ideas flourish, and where people can unleash their brilliance. For more information regarding DEI at Beyondsoft, please go to Responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY: We are currently hiring a Firmware Integration Engineer to support our global software client in Vancouver, Washington. The position requires a strong technical background with in depth understanding of firmware. The primary responsibility of this position will be to work with the Engineering/Test team to optimize firmware processes and testing. This is a full-time, long-term, 100% onsite position with Monday-Friday day shift hours. You must reside locally to the client-site in Vancouver, Washington, and must already be eligible for employment in the US without visa sponsorship. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: C++ firmware development. Managing firmware upgrades and OOBE processes. Managing firmware smoke testing and its processes. Defect backlog management with the Integration Team. First-level triage, reassignment, fixes, documentation, and closure. Process improvements to reduce defect escapes. HP-specific platform training. Perform additional duties as assigned. Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A strong technical background with an in-depth understanding of firmware, skills to include the following: o Demonstrated experience developing and building firmware in C++.o Ability to manage/write/perform firmware upgrades/OOBE process.o Ability to manage firmware smoke testing and processes.o Experience supporting and creating processes.o Experience performing first-level defect triage, including reviewing issues, assigning or reassigning ownership, implementing fixes, documenting resolutions, and closing resolved defects.o Ability to decrease escapes.o Ability to produce detailed and precise documents needed for review.o Experience in SW/FW testing that verifies strict conformance to high level industry standard.o Experience in high level test review to verify and characterize defects for HP development teams.o Experience with test execution planning and scheduling. Excellent, professional verbal and written communication skills is required. Understanding of software development lifecycles and software testing best practices is essential. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically about challenges are necessary. Must have a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies. Excellent business communication and collaboration skills with the ability to relate well and work effectively with customers, cross-functional teams and co-workers is essential. Must be able to pass a background check and drug test. Strong attention to detail with ability to follow detailed directions. At minimum, intermediate user knowledge with Microsoft Office products like Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive and Access with comfortability navigating and viewing web pages. 4-year STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) technical/college diploma is highly desired. On-the-job software/firmware work experience and job skills in lieu of a 4-year college diploma may be acceptable. Minimum 4 years’ work experience as an engineer in a product development/test environment preferred. Work experience requirement can be waived/reduced depending on education qualifications, skillset, industry standard certifications or other related industry work experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prior professional experience with HP printers is highly preferred; experience with the Dune platform is a plus. WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER: Because we know how important our people are to the success of our clients, it’s a priority to make sure we stay committed to our employees and making Beyondsoft a great place to work. We take pride in offering competitive compensation and benefits along with a company culture that embodies continuous learning, growth, and training with a dedicated focus on employee satisfaction and work/life balance. A competitive pay range of $40-$50/hr (depending on experience). 15 days per year of Paid Time Off (PTO). 8 paid holidays + 1 personal floating holiday 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Eligible employees (and their families) are offered the following company-sponsored benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings account (HSA), short-term and long-term disability, employee assistance plan (EAP), and basic life and AD&D insurance. Eligible employees (and their families) are offered the following voluntary employee-funded benefits: Health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, commuter benefits, voluntary accident & critical injury coverage, voluntary long-term care coverage, and voluntary life and AD&D insurance. Beyondsoft provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, and the full employee lifecycle up through and including termination. #J-18808-Ljbffr