Apprentice

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About the role

Itron is hiring for the role of Apprentice!

The work

Responsibilities of the Intern

• Assist in validating embedded firmware functionality, performance, reliability, and quality across product development initiatives.
• Execute firmware verification, validation, and regression test cases to ensure compliance with product requirements.
• Support protocol testing activities and verify communication between embedded devices and associated systems.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and assist with troubleshooting and root cause analysis activities.
• Work closely with senior engineers to investigate firmware issues and support product quality improvements.
• Participate in the development, execution, and maintenance of automated test scripts and test frameworks.
• Contribute to the testing and validation of RF-enabled and battery-operated devices where applicable.
• Document test procedures, test results, defects, and verification reports in a clear and organized manner.
• Collaborate with firmware, hardware, and cross-functional engineering teams to support successful product releases.
• Participate actively in agile activities, including planning sessions, reviews, retrospectives, and team discussions.
• Demonstrate accountability for assigned tasks and ensure timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Contribute innovative ideas that improve firmware validation processes, test automation, product reliability, and team effectiveness.

Who they want

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Must have graduated recently or be graduating in 2025.
• No active backlogs at the time of application
• No prior full-time work experience.
• No prior apprenticeship experience.
• Work Model: This role follows a hybrid work model. Team members may be required to attend the office based on business needs, team collaboration requirements, and the office attendance cadence established by their manager.
• Good understanding of embedded systems and embedded firmware validation concepts.
• Good understanding of firmware development and debugging using C and/or Assembly language.
• Good understanding of ARM-based microcontrollers and embedded architectures.
• Knowledge of firmware testing methodologies, validation techniques, and defect tracking processes.
• Understanding of communication protocol testing and protocol validation concepts.
• Familiarity with RF-enabled and battery-operated devices is desirable.
• Basic knowledge of test automation concepts and scripting practices.
• Exposure to automation programming languages such as Python or C# is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and quality assurance practices