QA Technician - Firmware

Sudbury, ON
Hybrid
Posted Sep 4, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: College diploma
Apply by: Oct 4, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 3 days per week
Seniority: Associate

Job summary

Design and execute comprehensive test plans and reports for microcontroller-based embedded firmware systems. Validate communication protocols and develop automated Python scripts to simulate hardware behavior and support regression testing.

Job details

Person MUST be open to Hybrid in the Sudbury/Dowling office 2-3 days/week on average** The Company Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality, and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector, and mobility applications. Our technologies are shaping the production and people-related ecosystems to become increasingly connected and autonomous — ensuring a scalable, sustainable future. Hexagon’s Mining division solves surface and underground mine challenges with proven technologies for planning, operations, and safety. Hexagon (Nasdaq Stockholm: HEXA B) has approximately 24,000 employees in 50 countries and net sales of approximately 5.5bn USD. Learn more at hexagon.com and follow us @HexagonAB. Purpose Of Position As a QA Technician, you will be responsible for assisting with the testing of all development to ensure that new products and features meet the needed requirements as well as ensure that existing features remain stable and ready for use by customers. This role requires a technical understanding of Hexagon Teleop line of products and how to effectively test their functionality. Major Areas Of Responsibility Design, execute, and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test reports for microcontroller-based and embedded firmware systems Perform bench-level and real-time simulation testing for microcontroller boards and peripherals Validate communication protocols such as CAN, J1939, UART, SPI, and I2C Develop and refine automated test scripts (e.g., Python) to simulate hardware behavior, automate regression tests, and support continuous improvement of test capabilities Track progress and organize tasks using Jira As a member of the team,participate in all workflows and activities Ensure test results are documented, communicated, and made available for other team members (for example: JIRA, Test Rail) Support integration testing across embedded hardware, firmware, and supporting software systems Monitor testing backlog Knowledge And Experience - Required Diploma or Associate Degree in Computer Science,Electronics Engineering, Embedded Systems Technology or other technical fields are required A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a QA/QC role Experience working in a software development environment Understanding of electronic schematics, wiring, and low-level hardware interfaces Experience testing embedded systems, firmware, or microcontroller-driven hardware Experience executing manual and automated tests on hardware systems Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) Experience working in an ISO 9001 environment would be considered an asset Knowledge, Skills And Abilities A high level of personal drive, self-motivation, and adaptability to change Communication skills include the ability to work effectively with individuals whose skill set differs from theirs (verbally and in writing) both technically and non-technically Ability to work effectively with cross-disciplinary teams (hardware, firmware, software). Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify edge-case behaviors in embedded systems Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively Strong technical and computer skills Understanding of networking setups, especially WiFi Knowledge of signal analysis tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer)is a plus Exposure to industrial, automotive, robotics, ormissioncriticalhardware environmentsis a plus Ability to adapt to evolving test requirements and new hardware platforms quickly. Desirable Qualifications Experience working with software architecture for multiple components across multiple languages Experience with multiple operating systems - Linux, Unix, Windows Experience with testing / coding tools -Testrail, Jira, Git, Jenkins, or equivalents A background in a technical role within the software lifecycle Experience with modern DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud infrastructure Experience in robotics, electronics, automationwould be considered an asset Knowledge of or experience in the mining industry Functionalsafety validation process is considered a plus Programming and/or automated testing experience would be considered an asset Working knowledge of CAN Bus, Serial, and Ethernet protocols would be considered an asset Travel Travel to the Dowling office for technical discussions, testing, and project alignment. Location - Required: Location: Sudbury / Dowling Area or Nearby Cities **Person MUST be open to Hybrid in the Sudbury/Dowling office 2-3 days/week on average** Join Hexagon Mining: Become a key member of a team that is dedicated to precision, adaptability, and innovation. Take the next step in your career with a company that values the contributions of its diverse workforce and fosters an environment of growth and learning. How to Apply: To apply for the position, please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining your relevant experience and your suitability for this role at Hexagon Mining. Hexagon is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a Diploma or Associate Degree in a technical field and 1-2 years of experience in a QA/QC role. Candidates must have a technical understanding of electronic schematics and experience testing embedded systems or microcontroller-driven hardware.