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Job Overview:

The Tools Development Specialist is a multi-disciplinary role. The responsibilities include developing tool software to be used by R&D teams, advocating tools adoption by the teams, administering and maintaining existing tools, as well as software development to support test automation. You will not only react to issues as they arise but will also anticipate problems and proactively provide solutions. Under the guidance of the Manager of R&D Tools and Test Automation Development, you will work closely with product developers, verification specialists, R&D managers and IT specialists. You will have the opportunity to work with people on different Ross Video product lines and be exposed to a variety of new technologies.

Who you report to: Manager, R&D Tools and Test Automation Development

What we offer:

Ross offers competitive salaries and comprehensive health plans, as well as several perks to help you perform at your best.

Some of these perks include flexible hours, generous paid time off, fitness/wellness allowance, employee share ownership program, development support and a ton of fun social activities and events!

Best of all, you will be part of the Ross Video family, and we’ve got a pretty energizing environment here.

What the job is all about:

• Develop tools to be used by R&D teams by following software development best practices.
• Maintain and support these tools
• Provide training to the teams on how to use these tools
• Develop internal software as required to make tools administration more efficient
• Develop and maintain test automation framework software as required
• In collaboration with the R&D teams, identify the tools and development environment needs
• Research and evaluate 3^rd party tools and make recommendations for new tools and development environments
• Being an expert on R&D development tools and environments, provide technical assistance for teams to make the best choices.
• Advocate and promote the common tools and practices among teams
• Develop and maintain clear documentation for team processes, procedures and working norms
• Perform tools and server administration as required.
• Perform other related duties as required

Who you are:

• Highly motivated and enthusiastic.
• A fast learner. Be able to learn a new development environment or technology quickly
• Strong problem solving and trouble shooting skills
• Strong communication skills and persuasion skills
• Proactively anticipate problems and propose solutions
• Years of software development experience with different frameworks, methodologies and languages, such as Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Golang
• Experience of using AI in software development
• Good understanding of full stack software development in an agile environment.
• Working knowledge of configuration management tools such as GitLab and GitHub, and static code analysis tools
• Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and experience with Jenkins, GitLab Runner and Docker
• Familiar with DevOps Best Practices
• Experience with Cloud Based Development environments
• Proficient in third party tools evaluation and selection
• Proficient in Linux/Unix administration including software installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Proficient in software installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting on Windows platforms
• Understanding of test automation frameworks is an asset
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field