Software Test Engineer I

Legrand AV, Inc.; Minnetonka (MN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Legrand AV, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a Software Test Engineer I for the Vaddio line of AV products. You will execute test plans, report defects in JIRA, and perform regression testing to ensure software quality for embedded devices and interfaces.

The role blends manual testing with automation and emphasizes interoperability with Dante and Unified Communications platforms. The position requires a technical/educational background, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Requires an associate's degree or equivalent education/experience in a technical field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
• Experience with JIRA or defect tracking is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute test plans and create test reports describing evaluation, testing and corrections.
• Identify, record and document software bugs in JIRA for the software team.
• Perform thorough regression testing of Vaddio products when bugs are resolved.
• Conduct compatibility tests with third-party software and hardware for interoperability.
• Focus on Vaddio EasyIP ecosystems and Dante interoperability.
• Troubleshoot and triage issues with products, aiding root-cause identification and resolution.
• Create test scripts and leverage test software to automate recurring tasks where possible.
• Understand workplace hazards and participate in safety programs and investigations.
• Uphold the company values: We Seize the Future, We Embrace Inclusion, We Move in Sync, We Strive for Simplicity, We are Dependable.

Skills

Analytical skills

QA methodologies

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Deadline-driven

Education

Associate's degree or technical field, or 1-2 years related education/experience

Tools

JIRA

Selenium

Sikuli

Job description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Software Test Engineer I - Vaddio to join the Audio Video Division in Minnesota.

This position is responsible for helping to ensure software quality and end-user satisfaction for the Vaddio product line of audio/visual equipment, including Pan/Tilt/Zoom cameras, video switching, and USB interface devices. The employee will execute test plans to verify and validate software behavior on our embedded devices, both manually and through test automation, and will ensure that software quality issues are identified, documented, tracked, and resolved in JIRA, our defect tracking system.

What Will You Do?

• Execute test plans and create test reports to describe program evaluation, testing, and correction
• Identify, record, and document software bugs in JIRA to notify software team of issues that need to be addressed
• Perform thorough regression testing of Vaddio products when bugs are resolved
• Conduct compatibility tests with third-party software and hardware to validate interoperability
• Focus driving on Vaddio EasyIP Ecosystems along with Dante audio video multicasting interoperability.
• Participate in troubleshooting and triaging of issues with Vaddio products and work with different teams to drive towards root cause identification and resolution
• Create test scripts and leverage test software to automate recurring tasks where possible
• Understand workplace hazards and take steps to proactively prevent and report hazards or injuries in the workplace. Cooperate in safety programs, initiatives, and investigations
• Demonstrate our five core values of We Seize the Future, We Embrace Inclusion, We Move in Sync, We Strive for Simplicity, and We are Dependable

Required Skills:

• Associate's degree in a technical field preferred, or 1-2 years of related education and/or experience.
• Excellent analytical skills
• Interest in software QA methodologies, tools, and processes
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must possess a high degree of professionalism
• Must be able to function in a deadline driven environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of audio/visual equipment and Unified Communications platforms, including Microsoft Teams or Zoom
• Experience with bug tracking systems; JIRA experience is preferred
• Exposure to Python and Unix shell scripting
• Understanding of Dante and IPMX technologies
• Hands-on experience with test automation tools, such as Selenium or Sikuli/SikuliX

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• This is a hybrid role requiring three days onsite per week, with additional onsite presence as needed based on business needs.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required (for the majority of the working day) to sit and make coordinated movements of the fingers for data entry on a keyboard.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• General office environment.

Salary Range:
The expected salary range for this position is $65,000 - $72,000 annually

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.

Legrand's Integrated AV division delivers integrated and connected technology solutions that simplify how people communicate, collaborate, and engage. By uniting the industry's most comprehensive portfolio of audiovisual technologies, infrastructure, intelligent management platforms, and professional services, we help organizations create seamless, scalable experiences that meet today's needs and evolve for the future.

Legrand, North & Central America offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company's incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us.