Summary
Date Posted: Friday, September 10, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Firmware Testing and Support Engineer

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About Our Client.
The company is revolutionising energy access for clean cooking in Africa. The company is a subsidiary of a company, which is organised as a holding company in the UK, with operational units in Kenya, Tanzania and product development and manufacturing in Hong Kong and China. They provide a reliable and low-cost supply of LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) fuel for clean cooking to low-income households by using innovative smart metering and advanced distribution logistics.

About The Role.
LPG Meters in Kenya and Tanzania. Ensure the reliable operation of our meters by conducing rigorous testing of current and future firmware versions, continuously improving the firmware testing process and making recommendations to improve meter firmware. Reports to the Lead Hardware Engineer.

Responsibilities
• Test firmware versions under development
• Analyse and record test results, and prepare written test reports
• Recommend improvements in meter software and hardware design. Continuously improve testing processes
• Monitor and analyse the performance of deployed firmware
• Support firmware release process
• Investigate technical issues and potential tampering incidents and recommend resolutions.
• Train colleagues in repair and configuration of meters.
• Analyse daily meter performance and report issues.
• Provide technical assistance to our technician and salespersons in the field.

Skill Sets & Qualifications:
• 1-3 Years experience in a similar role
• Diploma/Bachelor in Electromechanical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or any related course.
• Ability to read circuit schematics and board layouts in an electrical CAD programs
• Knowledge of hardware (embedded hardware) and firmware interaction.
• Experience in C/C++ and Java programming languages.
• Experience with MySQL is an added advantage
• Enthusiasm to continuously improve skills and learn new technologies
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Ability to analyse data using Excel
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili
Female candidates are specially encouraged to apply

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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