Systems QA Engineer

Assa Abloy Group; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in access solutions is seeking a Systems Engineer for their Biometrics Team in Cardiff. This role involves testing physical access control products, maintaining the testing environment, and validating system performance. The ideal candidate will have a degree or equivalent experience alongside proficiency in networking technologies. Join this innovative company offering competitive pay and a collaborative work culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and rewards package

Extensive career development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Possesses or working towards a degree or equivalent qualification, or 1 year related experience.
• Proficient in IT/IP Networking and associated technologies.
• Familiar with Lean and Agile methodologies, including SAFe.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing of physical access control products.
• Perform black box and automation testing.
• Set up testing environment in the lab.

Skills

Continuous quality improvement

Customer/user perspective validation

Agile Mindset

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

1 year related experience

Tools

MS Office

Networking technologies

Operating systems (Windows, Android, iOS)

Job description

Overview

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Systems Engineer - Biometrics Team !!

Location: Cardiff, UK

Job ID: 42828

We are recruiting for a Biometrics Engineer QA to join our team.

The qualified candidate will support Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS) Business Area by validating the successful integration and performance of Physical Access Systems comprising of, but not limited to; Authentication Credentials and services (Physical and Mobile), Authentication Devices, Access Control Devices and Device/System Management.

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 Physical Access Control Solutions (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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing of physical access control products, address and resolve customer-reported issues, report bugs, and create and execute test plans and test cases.
• Perform black box and automation testing.
• Set up and maintain the testing environment in the lab, including Windows, Android, and iOS platforms.
• Validate and troubleshoot issues, provide information to the development team, and assist in resolving them.
• Conduct regression testing before release.
• Communicate effectively regarding issues, objectives, initiatives, and processes to plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we will love about your background

• Focused on continuous quality improvement.
• Validates Solutions from the perspective of the Customer / User.
• Able to meet challenging deadlines.
• Agile Mindset.

Your Experience and Education include:

• Possesses or working towards a degree or equivalent qualification or 1 year related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• IT/IP Networking and associated technologies.
• Lean and Agile methodologies, including SAFe.
• Access Control management via Head-End or IAM Systems.
• Proficient in MS Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Familiar with operating systems, such as Windows, Android, iOS.
• Working knowledge of networking, switches, routers etc.

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 are the ASSA ABLOY Group. Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. 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.