Hardware QA Engineer

Assa Abloy Group; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global security firm is seeking a Hardware QA Engineer to enhance their team in Cardiff. This role involves supporting hardware validation, firmware regression, and conducting various tests to ensure product reliability. Candidates should possess an engineering degree and relevant experience in quality assurance and test automation. The company offers a competitive salary and promotes a culture of empowerment and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary and rewards package

Annual leave and work-life balance

Career development opportunities

Inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1+ years of related experience.
• Familiar with operating systems, such as Windows.
• Familiar with test automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop automated test processes.
• Contribute to reports and deliverables.
• Work within Quality Assurance team.

Skills

Quality assurance

Test automation

Defect identification

Communication

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

National Instruments TestStand

LabVIEW

Gurock TestRail

JIRA

Confluence

Miro

Job description

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Hardware QA Engineer !!

Location: Cardiff, UK

Job ID: 42727

We are currently recruiting for a Hardware QA Engineer, to join our team here in Cardiff!!

The candidate will be responsible for execution and reporting of test programs performed by Hardware QA in the HID PACS Business Area.

In this role you will support hardware validation, firmware regression and system testing, including installing and configuring hardware and software, and conducting functional and non‑functional testing.

If this sounds like you keep on reading !

Who are we?

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high‑tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo.

Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS):

HID PACS is at the forefront of securing spaces with advanced, reliable access control solutions. From cutting‑edge readers, credentials and controllers, to mobile and biometric technologies, HID PACS empowers organizations worldwide to protect their people, property and assets with scalable, high‑quality solutions.

This is more than just a job – it’s your chance to join an industry leader to drive innovation in access control and make a real impact on global security solutions.

As our Hardware QA Engineer, you’ll support HID’s success by

• Supports and develops automated test processes (including jigs, fixtures, interfaces, and software GUIs etc) to improve the overall test efficiency and throughput of the Hardware test process.
• Contribute to the development, review, and submission of reports and other deliverables.
• Works within the Quality Assurance team for PACS Core products.
• Can interpret and carry out a Test Plan.
• Able to perform tests to a given script (Manual or Automated).
• Able to identify defects reliably.
• Able to communicate defects accurately using suitable and appropriate tools.
• Aware of a range of tools and techniques for test automation.
• Contributes to improving delivery.
• Understands the importance of evidence‑based analysis.
• Able to extend existing automated Test Solutions with new Test Cases.
• Aware of functional and non‑functional testing techniques.
• Able to compile and publish a Test Report.

Your Experience and Education include:

• An Engineering degree or equivalent.
• A minimum of 1+ years of related experience.
• Proficient in MS Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Familiar with operating systems, such as Windows, etc.
• Familiar with National Instruments TestStand, LabVIEW and Gurock TestRail.
• Issue Tracking Applications (JIRA) and Wiki (Confluence).
• Realtime Board (Miro).

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package.
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work‑life balance.
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture.
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential.
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds.

Why apply?

• Empowerment:You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation:You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part‑time job seekers.
• Integrity:You are results‑orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!

On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something. HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries. We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it. When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.