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# Firmware Test Engineer

- **Company:** Hamilton Company
- **Location:** Reno, NV, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/firmware-test-engineer-reno-nv--487cdba3-60a1-4549-a67a-e2c6c78c23a5

## About the Role

Testing, Computer Firmware, Specimens/Samples, Manufacturing, Customer Satisfaction, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Automation, Computer Firmware, Documentation, * Strong advocate for quality

 * Technical programming expertise (C#, C++, Python)
 * Ability to recognize and prioritize work that impacts quality the most
 * Ability to effectively communicate with various teams (SW, FW, EE, ME, and internal customers)
 * Ability to produce test related documentation (test plans, reports, and formalized release documentation)

Education/Experience

 * 4-year degree from regionally accredited university in computer science, software engineering or related field
 * Experience with testing robotic platforms a plus
 * Laboratory experience a plus

## Description

This is a hands-on technical position where you will be interacting with our robotic platforms to ensure we continue to deliver high quality solutions for customers. You will work closely with developers and other testers. You will have the opportunity to develop creative quality solutions to meet the needs of the product and team.

As a firmware test engineer at Hamilton, you will be expected to be the advocate for firmware quality. You'll bring quality concerns to the team and help assess the impact of defects. You will push for higher quality by developing test plans, implementing tests, and documenting testing results. Embracing an automation-first mentality, you'll build sustainable testing solutions for your projects. The firmware R&D team has a broad portfolio of products including: internal tools, diluters, plate handling, and various liquid handling robotics. As business needs arise, you will be working on one or more of these projects.