Software Testing and Quality Engineer I

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Software Testing and Quality Engineer I to join the WattStopper Team in Carlsbad, CA. The Software Testing and Quality Engineer I supports the development, testing, and automation of embedded firmware and software systems for electronic devices. This role focuses on manual and automated testing, building foundational automation capabilities, and supporting the full software development lifecycle. It is ideal for someone early in their career who is eager to learn, solve problems, and grow in a structured engineering environment.

What Will You Do?

Firmware Testing and Automation

• Review requirements and user stories to develop basic test scenarios
• Execute manual and automated test cases for firmware, software, and mobile applications
• Assist in building and maintaining automated test scripts and frameworks
• Perform validation, performance testing, and basic debugging
• Create test data, simulations, and environments to verify system behavior
• Identify, document, and track software and firmware defects
• Follow defined testing procedures and quality standards

Software Development Support

• Support software and firmware design and development activities
• Participate in coding, debugging, testing, and code reviews under guidance
• Assist with build plans and technical documentation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to stay aligned with project goals

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field 

Experience: 0–2 years of experience in software or firmware testing 

Preferred Skills:

• Basic proficiency in C or C#, Python, and scripting languages 
• Familiarity with Git and defect tracking tools 
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills 

Salary Range: $75,000 - $81,000

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us 

About Legrand’s Building Control Systems Division

Legrand’s Building Control Systems (BCS) division includes the Wattstopper, Vantage, and Shading Systems product lines. BCS industry-leading energy-efficient lighting controls technology and services are designed to meet code, ensure ease of installation, and enable precision control of light in offices, classrooms, hospitals, homes, and more. Combined with our Shading Systems for residential and commercial applications, Legrand’s Building Control Systems provides leading solutions for the control of natural and electric light in spaces where people live, learn, and work. BCS teams’ partner with designers to offer solutions that meet today’s green initiatives, including LEED, WELL Building, Living Building Challenge, and more

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