Firmware Tester - Utilities

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services firm is seeking an experienced Firmware Tester for a 6-month rolling contract in Greater Manchester. The role requires deep expertise in testing smart meter firmware and involves both onsite and remote work, offering a competitive day rate. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and be self-motivated, with relevant knowledge of consumer electronics and the energy sector.

Benefits

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Qualifications

• Experience in firmware or product testing.
• Understanding of energy sector offerings.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing of smart meter firmware.
• Produce test exit reports with defect documentation.
• Maintain testing equipment and environments.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Self-motivation

Job description

Are you an experienced Firmware Tester looking for your next contract role? Join one of the world's leading IT services, consulting, and business solutions organization. Founded in 1968, the company consistently ranks among the top global IT service providers. With a presence in over 50 countries, the company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality technology services across industries including banking, healthcare, telecommunications, and retail.

The leading consultancy firm has partnered with a leading UK utilities provider. They are currently seeking an experienced Firmware Tester to join the team on a 6-month rolling contract. Additionally, the role is Manchester-based, with 2-3 days per week onsite, and the remainder remote.

Ready to make a move? Get in touch and apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Conduct meticulous testing of smart meter firmware, focusing on end-to-end business processes to validate functionality and performance.
• Execute predefined test plans, systematically identify and log defects, and ensure all outputs are accurately recorded.
• Produce clear and comprehensive test exit reports in the required format, including detailed defect documentation and supporting evidence.
• Collaborate closely with subject matter experts and stakeholders to replicate issues and assist in root cause analysis.
• Proactively communicate test progress, risks, and blockers to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Carry out set-up and tear-down processes on existing test accounts to ensure clean test environments.
• Provide hands-on support in the onsite lab for remote testers, including the physical installation of test equipment, manual meter configuration, reading outputs, and relaying results.
• Maintain all testing equipment and environments to a high standard, ensuring consistency, cleanliness, and organisation within the test lab

Skills/Must have:

• Previous experience in firmware or product testing is desirable, though a solid understanding of energy sector offerings and consumer electronic products is equally valuable.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to present and liaise effectively across all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly self-motivated and capable of working independently, managing personal workload and priorities with minimal supervision.
• Tenacious, resilient, and resourceful in identifying and resolving issues; able to manage risks and develop contingency plans proactively.

Desirable skills/experience:

• The UK energy and smart metering industry, including familiarity with SMETS2 standards and DCC Service Requests.
• Using platforms such as Salesforce, the DCC Self-Service Interface, and Waypoint to support testing and analysis activities.

Benefits:

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Salary:

• Up to £425 Per Day