SWQA Engineer - Refrigeration

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

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The Refrigeration SWQA Engineer will be responsible for embedded firmware testing of the appliance as it interacts with the rest of the connected appliance ecosystem (which includes mobile App and Cloud interactions). In this role, the SWQA Engineer will ensure that all software implementations are fully verified and validated against the requirements, and that all results are documented and communicated to the team. The SWQA Engineer will also design and maintain software solutions for automated regression testing and participate in the design and maintenance of test system hardware. Additionally, the SWQA Engineer will be a consumer advocate for the refrigeration product line working closely with the Connected, Embedded QA teams, and Software development teams to promote excellent user experience. This role is based on-site in Louisville, KY.

PositionSWQA Engineer - Refrigeration

LocationUSA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

Create test plans to ensure software implementations meet design requirements.

Assist in root cause analysis by collecting data from various components in the system.

Consult on the design of Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) Load Boxes.

Create automated regression testing solutions using LabVIEW, TestStand, and other languages/frameworks such as node.js, Jasmine, etc.

Develop large-scale applications to control data acquisition hardware and communicate with appliances over a communication bus.

Review test plans, automation sequences, and code changes made by team members.

Participate in Agile/Scrum meetings such as daily standups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and/or retrospectives, as necessary.

Use and create AI assistants/agents for typical software testing tasks such as test plan development, automation script development, results analysis, etc.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent industry work experience.

1 year of experience in testing embedded software.

Strong programming background.

Deep understanding of firmware/software development processes.

Excellent analytical skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Demonstrated initiative, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing requirements during the development process.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

Experience with development using LabVIEW, TestStand, C, Python and JavaScript.

Hardware-in-the-loop Testing Experience.

Background in App and cloud integration with smart devices.

Experience with National Instruments hardware including Compact DAQ.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

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