Staff Engineer, Firmware Quality Assurance

At Landis Gyr, we don’t just manage energy—we lead the transformation toward a smarter and more sustainable energy future.

With a net revenue of USD 1.73 billion in FY 2024, and a presence in over 30 countries across five continents, Landis Gyr empowers utilities and consumers to optimize energy usage through advanced metering, grid-edge intelligence, and powerful data analytics.

Today, our global team of about 6,300 professionals is shaping the digital energy era—developing innovative technologies that support decarbonization, grid modernization, and real-time energy insights. Our record USD 4.6 billion order backlog and strong book-to-bill ratio reflect long-term confidence in our mission and solutions.

Join us at Landis Gyr, where we manage energy better!

We are looking for a Staff Engineer to join our Firmware QA team and take ownership of both manual and automated testing across diverse product lines including Collector, Elec. EP, Battery EP, and EIC. You will validate firmware across embedded Linux platforms, test wireless communication stacks and networking protocols, and drive automation efforts to integrate test coverage into our nightly regression pipeline. This is a senior individual contributor role requiring deep technical expertise, strong ownership, and the ability to operate with minimal guidance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, execute, and document manual test cases for firmware features spanning embedded Linux user and kernel space.
• Validate wireless communication subsystems including RF, WiFi, and Bluetooth across device configurations.
• Test and verify networking protocol behavior including IPv4, IPv6, ICMP, DHCPv6, TCP/IP, UDP, PPP, and Ethernet.
• Evaluate Layer-2 switching and Layer-3 routing functionality to ensure correctness and stability.
• Automate manual firmware test cases using Python, Bash, or Robot Framework and integrate them into the nightly regression build and CI/CD pipeline.
• Build and configure hardware/software test setups from scratch, manually verify them, and then automate for continuous regression coverage.
• Maintain and improve the automation framework, ensuring scalability and reliability across all product lines.
• Identify, document, and track defects with clear reproduction steps and thorough root-cause analysis.
• Monitor nightly build results, triage failures, and report findings with actionable detail.
• Collaborate with firmware engineers to review requirements, provide early testing feedback, and mentor junior QA engineers.
  
  

Company Values:

• Supports and adheres to Company’s core values.
• Performs other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required.
• Supports and adheres to Company’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy.
• Represents Company in a positive, professional manner when working with both internal and external customers.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Hands-on experience testing embedded Linux systems in both user space and kernel space.
• Proven testing experience with wireless protocols -- RF, WiFi, or Bluetooth.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols: IPv4, IPv6, ICMP, DHCPv6, TCP/IP, UDP, Ethernet, and PPP.
• Familiarity with Layer-2 (switching) and Layer-3 (routing) protocol testing.
• Strong scripting skills in Python and/or Bash for test automation.
• Experience with Robot Framework for structured test automation.
• Experience integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines or nightly regression systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver with minimal guidance.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, ownership-driven attitude.
• Proficiency in C or C for understanding and debugging firmware-level code.
• Exposure to network emulation or traffic analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark, iPerf, tcpdump).
• Experience with test management tools (e.g., TestRail, Jira, or equivalent).
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Strong technical ownership and a commitment to quality are a must.
  
  

Education and Experience:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related degree required.
• Extensive software development experience (7-15 years).
  
  

Landis Gyr is a global leader in energy management solutions, operating in over 30 countries and headquartered in Switzerland. We are thrilled that you’ve considered Landis Gyr to be a part of your professional journey. As a part of the L G family, employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive package of benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement plan featuring a generous company match incentive. Additionally, we offer three (3) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) as well as eleven (11) paid holidays. We also offer a tuition reimbursement program, optional pet insurance, supplemental medical coverage and a host of other perks to ensure the health, wellness, and enrichment of our team members.

Pay is in the range of $98,122 - $142,088 per year. The position is eligible for a 401(k) match and consideration for an annual bonus. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, and certifications or other professional licenses held. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We value and encourage diversity in our team. This position is open to all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We're committed to shaping a better future for everyone. #EnergizeYourCareer and join us on our journey towards a greener tomorrow.