Role & seniority: QA Lead, Embedded and Firmware Test Lead (hands-on leader with mentorship duties)

Stack/tools: Python, C (firmware familiarity), Gherkin, Robot Framework, PyTest; Git/GitLab; Zephyr, TestRail; CI/CD tooling; HiL/hardware test rigs; IoT/embedded hardware

Top 3 responsibilities

Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and test strategy for embedded firmware and hardware/software products
Design and manage automated and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) test approaches; oversee test execution, prioritization, and defect triage across multiple product lines
Collaborate with Firmware Architects/Developers and the Lead DevOps Engineer to shape automation, improve pipelines, and evolve test infrastructure; communicate outcomes and risks

Must-have skills

5+ years QA in embedded systems; 2+ years in technical lead/mentorship
Proficiency in Python for test scripting; familiarity with C-based firmware
Strong Git-based version control; experience with CI/CD and test automation
Ability to read device schematics; on-site collaboration in Agile/Scrum
Effective communication; drive for process improvement and coaching
Experience testing mobile apps, APIs, or Playwright-based web interfaces; familiarity with AI-assisted QA workflows; IoT/connected hardware exposure

Nice-to-haves

AI-powered testing tools, automated test case generation
Experience with HiL hardware, automated runners, or diagnostic tools
Knowledge of Gherk

Full Description

QA Lead, Embedded and Firmware Test Lead Seeking an experienced Quality Assurance (QA) Lead who will support Embedded Systems and Firmware. As a hands-on leader, you’ll mentor QA engineers, define test methodologies, and ensure rigorous validation of our connected hardware solutions. Work closely with our Lead DevOps Engineer, who oversees automation and CI/CD infrastructure, to align tooling and workflows that support robust, scalable testing.

Responsibilities

Provide technical mentorship and leadership to QA engineers testing embedded firmware and integrated hardware/software products
Design and manage test strategies, including automated and hardware-in-the-loop (Hardware in Loop) approaches
Work with Firmware Architects and Developers to determine test strategies for features
Collaborate with the Lead DevOps Engineer to define automation needs, improve pipelines, and evolve test infrastructure
Oversee test execution, prioritization, and defect triage across multiple product lines and release cycles
Integrate best practices in test planning, traceability, and release validation
Evaluate and pilot AI-powered testing tools for automation efficiency and intelligent test coverage
Communicate test outcomes, quality risks, and readiness metrics to engineering and product stakeholders

Requirements

5+ years of QA experience in embedded systems, with 2+ years in technical lead or mentorship capacity
Solid foundation in QA methodologies, firmware/software test strategies, and test management practices
Proficiency in Python for test scripting; familiarity with C-based firmware is a plus
Strong Git-based version control knowledge and experience with test automation in CI/CD environments
Ability to read and understand schematics of the device under test as well as control boards
Must work on-site and collaborate cross-functionally in Agile/Scrum settings
Effective communicator with a drive for process improvement and coaching
Experience testing mobile applications, APIs, or Playwright-based web interfaces
Familiarity with AI-assisted QA workflows or test case generation
Exposure to IoT, connected hardware, or smartphone-integrated product

Languages & Frameworks: Python, C, Gherkin, Robot Framework, PyTest

Version Control & CI/CD: Git, GitLab

Test Management: Zephyr, TestRail

Hardware Testing: On-desk test fixtures, automated runners with Hardware in Loop (HiL), and diagnostic tools.

QA Team Lead - Hardware & Firmware