Quality Development Technician (6-months)

HARMAN International; Southwater; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Private medical insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Training via HARMAN University

Wellness benefits

Job summary

HARMAN Lifestyle in Southwater, UK is hiring a Quality Development Technician to join the on-site Quality Assurance team. You will conduct hands-on testing across hardware, software, mobile apps, and connected devices, report issues, and help improve product quality before launch.

The role is a 6-month fixed-term contract, involves working 08:30–17:00, and offers generous employee benefits, training opportunities, and discounts on Harman brands.

Qualifications

• Practical and methodical approach to testing and troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Understanding HDMI technology, audio formats, and streaming services.
• Experience with consumer electronics, mobile apps and networks.
• Good written communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in testing, validation, or QA preferred.
• Familiarity with Jira or similar defect-tracking tools desirable.

Responsibilities

• Join QA team to support development and testing of premium audio products.
• Work with engineers to ensure products meet specs before release.
• Conduct hands-on testing across hardware, software, mobile apps and networks.
• Identify issues, record results and help improve product quality.
• Set up test environments and validate software updates.
• Create and review test plans for different configurations.
• Document defects clearly using Jira and support root-cause investigations.
• Collaborate across teams and adhere to safety requirements.

Skills

Testing methodology

Attention to detail

HDMI / audio tech

Consumer electronics

Communication

Teamwork

QA experience

Jira familiarity

Education

Engineering, Electronics, Quality

Tools

Jira

Job description

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Do you want to work for some of the world’s leading audio brands? Become a part of the HARMAN team and get to work for our Sound United Business Unit.

By joining HARMAN, you’ll dive headfirst into the exciting world of headphones, portable speakers, party boxes and other audio technologies, and contribute to the success of Harman Lifestyle EMEA business. The consumer audio industry is fast paced, fun and dynamic and we’re looking for someone who is proactive, loves to work with a lot of different stakeholders from all over the globe and has creative ideas.

You will join our Sound United Business Unit with iconic brands like Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Marantz, Polk Audio, Definitive Technology, Classé, and Boston Acoustics, based in Southwater, UK in the position of:

Quality Development Technician

A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle:

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Marantz and Polk.
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development.
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience.

What You’ll Be Part Of

You will join the Quality Assurance team supporting the development and testing of our premium consumer audio products.

Working closely with engineers and quality specialists, you will help ensure products perform as expected before they are released to customers. In this role, you will carry out hands-on testing across hardware, software, mobile apps, streaming services, and connected audio systems.

You will support the team by identifying issues, recording test results, and helping to improve product quality throughout development and software release cycles.

How You’ll Make An Impact

Product Testing & Validation

• Perform system-level validation testing of consumer audio products.
• Set up and configure products, networks, and test environments.
• Execute HDMI, audio, streaming, mobile app, and multi-room testing.
• Validate software updates and support regression testing activities.
• Create and review test plans for different product configurations.
• Follow established test procedures and support improvements to test methods.

Issue Investigation & Reporting

• Record test results and maintain accurate documentation.
• Investigate, reproduce, and document product issues.
• Create clear defect reports using Jira.
• Support root-cause investigations by providing accurate testing feedback.

Team Collaboration

• Work with engineers and quality specialists to support product development activities.
• Support testing activities during software releases and new product launches.
• Follow company health and safety requirements at all times.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• Practical and methodical approach to testing and troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.
• Understanding of HDMI technology, audio formats, and streaming services.
• Confidence using consumer electronics, mobile apps, and networks.
• Good written communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Previous experience in testing, validation, or quality assurance is beneficial.
• Familiarity with Jira or similar defect-tracking tools is desirable.

Bonus Points If You Have

• An interest in audio products and consumer technology.
• Experience testing consumer electronics or software applications.
• Experience using Jira or similar defect-tracking tools.
• A qualification in Engineering, Electronics, Quality, or a related field.
• Experience setting up and troubleshooting networks or connected devices

What Makes You Eligible:

• Eligible to work in the United Kingdom.
• Available for a 6-month fixed-term contract.
• Able to work on-site in Southwater, West Sussex, Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 17:00.
• Comfortable working with consumer electronic products and test equipment.
• Able to communicate effectively in written and spoken English.

What You Can Expect:

• Exceptional employee discounts on our legendary products across all brands.
• Enjoy a competitive salary.
• Receive a generous holiday allowance.
• We offer private medical insurance, a cycle to work scheme, and generous employee referral bonuses - we believe in true collaboration and feeling part of something special.
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University.
• Competitive wellness benefits.
• "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.

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