BlackBerry QNX Senior Software Developer in Test (Vertical Platforms)

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

 Job Description: 

The QNX Vertical Platforms are complete, integrated and tested automotive software stacks including low-level embedded OS and drivers, middleware, and application frameworks. The QNX Vertical Platforms are built using QNX Safety certified real-time embedded OS and Safety certified Hypervisor allowing multiple application environments on an integrated high-end chipset. Technologies include multimedia, navigation, voice recognition, graphics, browser, Bluetooth, audio, and smart phone connectivity. The QNX Test Team is looking for a Software Tester to support system level integration, create and execute tests supporting internal development and customer activities with focus on the following:

• Hands-on configuration, integration and system test of required combinations of:
  • QNX real-time OS
  • QNX Hypervisor
  • Target hardware and associated BSPs for silicon partners( ie: Renesas, Intel, NXP, Qualcomm, TI)
  • Peripherals for digital displays, GPS/navigation, WiFi/BT, sensors, cameras, speakers, etc.
  • Middleware components for multimedia, navigation, voice recognition, graphics, browser, bluetooth, audio, and smart phone connectivity
• Partner with concept team to evaluate and prototype new system configurations
• Partner with developers to investigate and resolve reported problems and provide interim testing support for experimental software
• Create or update test plans and test cases based on product requirements, customer requirements or identified problems
• Run a series of tests against new software loads on reference or customer hardware and analyzes the results
• Create test reports based on test results for internal and external audiences
• Work with partners to resolve software/ hardware integration issues
• Follow and ensure compliance to workplace operating and environmental, health and safety procedures and guidelines
• Collect and document users' requirements and develop logical and physical specifications
• Research, evaluate and synthesize technical information to design, develop and test computer-based systems
• Develop data, process and network models to optimize architecture and to evaluate the performance and reliability of designs
• Plan, design and co-ordinate the development, installation, integration and operation of computer-based systems
• Assess, test, troubleshoot, document, upgrade and develop maintenance procedures for operating systems, communications environments and applications software
• May lead and co-ordinate teams of information systems professionals in the development of software and integrated information systems, process control software and other embedded software control systems.

You will have:

• Senior level experience in software testing and integration
• Able to discern test requirements from low-level drivers to middleware to user-level applications
• Strong working knowledge of embedded integration concepts such as board bring-up, memory management configurations, binary image configuration and creation, process/thread prioritization, security features such as access control policies, and software component integration.
• Working knowledge of Embedded C, Python and shell scripting
• Working knowledge in IPC+Linux/Embedded OS testing
• Working knowledge of Windows, Linux and OS X operating systems
• Working knowledge of QNX or other embedded operating system
• Familiarity with common processor architectures (i.e. x86/PPC/ARM/ARMv7)
• Familiar with Continuous Integration build systems (Jenkins, Hudson)
• Familiar with source versioning, problem reporting and constant integration systems (SVN, Git, JIRA, Jenkins)
• Able to write clear and concise problem reports
• Ability to work and participate in a team setting with an open, collaborative communication style
• Knowledge of formal test theory, test methodology, and experience in developing automated tests and testing tools
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills are necessary
• Enthusiasm, a passion for quality and a desire to learn about new technologies!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40