IoT Device Lab QA Engineer

Urbint; Washington (Washington County); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 115 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work schedule

401k matching

Employee stock purchase program

Paid vacation

Résumé du poste

Itron is seeking a Software Quality Engineer based in Liberty Lake, WA to run our device lab and ensure DEM software works correctly with the devices it controls. You will set up and maintain devices like smart thermostats, test DEM software connectivity, and coordinate with IT, networking, and security.

Responsibilities include developing test plans, validating hardware integration, and maintaining remote access for a distributed team. On-site work required several days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 0-2 years of professional experience in software quality assurance, software testing, engineering, or a related technical field, including internships, co-op experience, academic projects, or entry-level roles.
• Experience performing software testing, including test case creation, execution, and defect reporting.
• Basic familiarity with Linux operating systems and Git version control.
• Exposure to at least one programming or scripting language.
• Ability to perform hands-on technical work, including device setup, wiring, hardware configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to collaborate across multiple teams and proactively follow up on dependencies.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot or Claude.
• Ability to work on-site a minimum of three days per week.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and perform frequent bending, squatting, standing, and walking in an office/lab environment.
• Travel: 1-10%.

Responsabilités

• Set up, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory devices, including smart thermostats, load control switches, and other distributed energy resources (DERs) used to validate DEM software functionality.
• Install, configure, and maintain supporting network infrastructure, including cellular connectivity solutions and other communication equipment required for device operation.
• Collaborate with IT, networking, security, and cross-functional engineering teams to establish and maintain device connectivity, access permissions, and lab readiness.
• Support the integration and testing of new and prototype hardware, including early-stage DER products, by coordinating assembly, setup, and validation activities.
• Maintain remote access capabilities for a globally distributed team through cameras, remote monitoring solutions, and remote power-cycling capabilities.
• Proactively communicate device availability, testing readiness, maintenance schedules, and outage status to stakeholders, helping ensure lab operations support project timelines and team commitments.
• Develop and execute manual software test plans, test cases, and test procedures to validate product functionality, quality, and reliability.
• Identify, document, prioritize, and track software defects through resolution while partnering with engineering teams to support root cause analysis.
• Report test results, communicate quality risks, and provide actionable feedback that supports continuous product improvement.
• Participate in feature reviews, sprint activities, and quality planning discussions to develop a thorough understanding of product functionality and testing requirements.
• Demonstrate accountability, agility, collaboration, and continuous learning while supporting innovative solutions for utility customers.

Connaissances

Software testing

Linux basics

Git

Programming/scripting

Hardware setup

Troubleshooting

Communication

AI tools

On-site work

Physical fitness

Travel willingness

Formation

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Outils

REST API testing tools

Docker

Azure

AWS

Description du poste

Itron is seeking a Software Quality Engineer based in Liberty Lake, WA to run our device lab and ensure DEM software works correctly with the devices it controls. You will set up and maintain devices like smart thermostats, test DEM software connectivity, and coordinate with IT, networking, and security.

Responsibilities include developing test plans, validating hardware integration, and maintaining remote access for a distributed team. On-site work required several days per week.