Field Application Engineer - Philips TV

What the role is about

Do you enjoy figuring out how software works, testing how it performs and getting to the bottom of technical issues? Join our Broadcast team in Ghent and help prepare Philips TV software for operator certification.

You’ll work with test and development teams to check software before it is sent to external certification labs. When an issue appears, you’ll help reproduce it, document what happened and work with developers to verify the fix. You’ll also use Python and our in-house Jarvis system to automate testing.

This is an early-career opportunity. You don’t need to arrive with broadcast expertise: experienced colleagues will help you learn the TV and certification landscape as you grow into greater ownership.

What you will do

• Review operator requirements and test specifications, and turn them into clear test cases.
• Prepare test environments and run certification and validation tests.
• Test software before it is submitted for certification.
• Use Python and our Jarvis system to automate test cases and repetitive tasks.
• Reproduce and analyse issues reported by operators or certification labs.
• Document bugs clearly, including relevant test conditions and supporting information, and share them with development teams.
• Follow up with developers as they investigate issues, then verify fixes and carry out regression tests.
• Work with certification colleagues, testers and developers across locations, and occasionally help clarify findings with external labs.
• Gradually take ownership of selected certification activities and contribute ideas to improve our tools and processes.

What do you need to succeed?

Must have

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Applied Computer Science, Software Engineering, ICT, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering with a computer science focus, Electronics Engineering with a strong software interest, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent training or relevant experience is also welcome.
• Basic Python knowledge and an interest in using it to build or improve software solutions.
• Fluent English, written and spoken, for collaboration and technical documentation.
• An analytical, structured approach to solving problems, with the patience to investigate and reproduce technical issues.
• Curiosity about software, technology and testing, and the motivation to learn a new technical domain.
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach. You’re comfortable working independently while keeping colleagues informed.
• Openness to using AI tools to work efficiently.

Recent graduates and candidates at the beginning of their careers are encouraged to apply.

This will give you an additional advantage

• Experience or familiarity with Linux.
• Exposure to software testing, validation or test automation.
• Hands-on use of AI-assisted development tools.
• An interest in broadcast technology, DVB or satellite technology.
• Some knowledge of operator certification or the TV industry.

What we offer

• A hybrid working model, with regular time in our Ghent office. Our physical TVs and part of the testing infrastructure are based there, and working alongside the team will help you learn the role.
• 20 holidays and 16 ADV days.
• 10 public holidays plus one additional company holiday.
• €10 meal vouchers for each day worked.
• An annual, tax-friendly CAO 90 bonus plan.
• A quarterly bonus.
• Medical insurance.
• A pension plan.
• A supportive, international team where you can learn from experienced colleagues and gradually take ownership of your work.
• The chance to contribute to certification, testing and automation in an innovative technology environment.
• Occasional travel depending on project needs.

Recruitment process

1. Apply by submitting your CV in English.

2. Hear from us: Our Recruitment Team will contact every applicant with an update within two weeks.

3. Online interview: If selected to continue, you’ll be invited to an interview in English by video.

4. Meet the Hiring Manager: Successful candidates will be invited to an in-person interview at our office in Ghent. Prior to this interview you will get a technical subject to prepare for at home and to present during the interview.

5. Final interview: The last stage is an interview with HR.

Ready to apply?

If this sounds like a role where you could learn, contribute and grow, we’d be happy to hear from you. Submit your CV in English to apply.