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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Quality Engineer, Embedded - **Company:** NRG BLUEWATER WIND - **Location:** Salt Lake City, UT, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Confluence, JIRA, Bug Tracking Systems, C++ (Programming Language), Command-Line Interface, Software Debugging, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, Test Execution Engine, Test Management, Strategies of Testing, Wi-Fi Technology, Computer Network Technologies, ReactJS, Hardware Testing, Bug Reporting, Testrail - **Published:** May 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://careers.nrgenergy.com/SMARTHOMES/job/Sr-Quality-Engineer,-Embedded-UT-84043/1393220400/ ## About the Role * Hands-on experience with Linux and Python (comfortable working from the command line and creating/debugging scripts). * Exposure to embedded devices and testing hardware/software interactions. * Understanding of networking technologies such as Wi-Fi, cellular, and Z-Wave (or similar protocols) and how they impact behavior, performance, and reliability. * Exposure to C and C++ (reading code, recognizing common defects, collaborating effectively with engineers). * Troubleshooting mindset: exposure to common diagnostic approaches and techniques (log analysis, reproduction isolation, configuration/environment validation, etc.). * Ability to triage issues, react well to change, work cross-functionally, and multi-task while protecting critical coverage. * Solid verbal and written communication with a strong ability to document clearly and drive alignment. * Organized, curious, and excited about technology-takes ownership and follows through. Education * CS or EE educational background (degree preferred or equivalent practical experience). What Success Looks Like at the Senior Level * You are viewed as a go-to expert in at least one domain area and require little-to-no guidance when learning unfamiliar systems. * You bring strong judgment, actively seek feedback, and consistently balance tradeoffs to deliver the right quality outcomes. * You challenge ideas respectfully, align on decisions, and execute effectively. * You raise overall team capability by mentoring others occasionally (test strategy feedback, defect investigations, and best-practice guidance). * Familiarity with test management/defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Xray/TestRail, Confluence). ## Description We're hiring a Senior-level Manual Test Engineer to own and drive high-quality testing outcomes across critical product areas. You will be a domain expert in test execution and quality risk, partnering closely with Engineering, Product, and cross-functional peers to identify the best approach, find defects early, and ensure releases are reliable and customer-ready. This is a hands-on role requiring strong manual testing expertise, clear communication, and a consistent track record of shipping quality., * Own quality for your area: Take accountability for your work product and the impact it has on the system and adjacent work products; help break down complex issues into manageable testing strategies. * Drive cross-team collaboration: Proactively collaborate with partners outside your immediate team to evaluate options, align on quality risks, and support the best decision-making. * Create clear, durable documentation: Produce written communication (test plans, test results, bug reports, and knowledge articles) that others can easily follow in tools like Confluence/Jira/Slack (or equivalents). * Improve execution and outcomes: Scope and stage testing work into well-defined milestones, prioritize high-value coverage early, and actively avoid unnecessary scope creep. * Champion customer experience: Identify high-impact issues quickly, validate fixes thoroughly, and advocate for the right bugs to be fixed to protect the end-user experience. * Support automation efforts (as applicable): Identify areas that should be automated. 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