Quality Development Technician
Join our Quality Assurance team supporting the development and testing of premium consumer audio products from world-renowned brands including Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Marantz, and Polk. Based in *Southwater, West Sussex*, you will work closely with engineers and quality specialists to help ensure products perform as expected before being released to customers. This is a hands-on role involving the testing of hardware, software, mobile apps, streaming services, and connected audio systems. *Essential Responsibilities:** Perform testing and validation of consumer audio products.
* Set up and configure products, networks, and test environments.
* Execute HDMI, audio, streaming, mobile app, and multi-room testing.
* Validate software updates and support regression testing activities.
* Investigate, reproduce, and document product issues.
* Create clear defect reports using Jira or similar tools.
* Record test results and maintain accurate documentation.
* Support root-cause investigations and product quality improvements.
* Work closely with engineers and quality specialists during development and product launches. *Required Qualifications:** Practical and methodical approach to testing and troubleshooting.
* Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.
* Understanding of HDMI technology, audio formats, and streaming services.
* Confidence using consumer electronics, mobile applications, and networks.
* Strong written communication and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
* Eligible to work in the United Kingdom. *Preferred Qualifications:** Previous experience in testing, validation, or quality assurance.
* Experience testing consumer electronics or software applications.
* Familiarity with Jira or similar defect-tracking tools.
* Qualification in Engineering, Electronics, Quality, or a related field.
* Experience setting up and troubleshooting networks or connected devices.
* Interest in audio products and consumer technology. *Location & Working Pattern:** Southwater, West Sussex (On-site)
* Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:00
* 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* Private medical insurance
* Referral programme
* Sick pay Work Location: In person
* Set up and configure products, networks, and test environments.
* Execute HDMI, audio, streaming, mobile app, and multi-room testing.
* Validate software updates and support regression testing activities.
* Investigate, reproduce, and document product issues.
* Create clear defect reports using Jira or similar tools.
* Record test results and maintain accurate documentation.
* Support root-cause investigations and product quality improvements.
* Work closely with engineers and quality specialists during development and product launches. *Required Qualifications:** Practical and methodical approach to testing and troubleshooting.
* Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.
* Understanding of HDMI technology, audio formats, and streaming services.
* Confidence using consumer electronics, mobile applications, and networks.
* Strong written communication and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
* Eligible to work in the United Kingdom. *Preferred Qualifications:** Previous experience in testing, validation, or quality assurance.
* Experience testing consumer electronics or software applications.
* Familiarity with Jira or similar defect-tracking tools.
* Qualification in Engineering, Electronics, Quality, or a related field.
* Experience setting up and troubleshooting networks or connected devices.
* Interest in audio products and consumer technology. *Location & Working Pattern:** Southwater, West Sussex (On-site)
* Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:00
* 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* Private medical insurance
* Referral programme
* Sick pay Work Location: In person