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Software Quality Engineer – Manual Testing (Embedded Linux/Android Systems)

Luxoft • Krakow, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland

hybridfull-time
Posted Oct 19, 2026Apply by Nov 18, 2026
  • Role & Seniority

    • Software Quality Engineer (Regular)

    • Focus: manual, component-level testing for embedded Android devices

  • Stack/Tools

    • Manual component/subsystem testing

    • Linux/macOS terminal usage (SSH, logs, system commands)

    • Android debugging tools (ADB)

    • JIRA for defect tracking and test execution

    • Confluence for test documentation/knowledge base

    • Basic networking (connectivity/configuration troubleshooting)

    • Optional: Python test automation ideas/repo contribution

  • Top 3 Responsibilities

    • Execute manual component-level regression/exploratory/ad hoc tests; validate component behavior and hardware-software interaction on real devices

    • Design/maintain test scenarios and documentation; ensure coverage aligns with risks and sprint goals

    • Identify and report component defects in JIRA, including clear repro steps/logs; verify fixes with developers/automation/product

  • Must-have Skills

    • 3–5 years manual testing, preferably component/subsystem level

    • Hands-on experience testing embedded systems/hardware-related products

    • Strong Linux/macOS terminal skills (SSH) and familiarity with embedded debugging workflows

    • Networking fundamentals knowledge

    • Ability to write clear structured test documentation (Confluence)

    • Comfort using JIRA for defect tracking

  • Nice-to-haves

    • Interest/basic experience with Python automation (component-focused)

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Full Description

📍hybrid work: 2 days from the office - Bonarka, Puszkarksa street

Project Description

  • Role: Software Quality Engineer (Regular level) with a strong focus on manual, component-level testing.

  • Product: Video Collaboration devices with embedded Android operating system

  • Core Activity: Validating individual components and subsystems, ensuring high quality, reliability, and usability.

  • Interaction: Hands-on role combining software validation with real hardware interaction.

  • Location Requirement: Hybrid model, requires on-site presence in Kraków. Open only to candidates based in Kraków.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

A. Manual Testing & Component Validation

  • Execute manual, component-level test cases.

  • Validate individual software components and subsystems before system-level integration.

Perform

  • *Regression testing

  • *Exploratory testing

  • *Ad hoc testing

  • Functional testing (strong focus on component behavior)

  • Validate hardware-software interactions under real-world conditions.

  • Verify fixes and perform bug re-testing.

B. Test Design & Documentation

  • Analyze Requirements and technical specifications to define component-level test coverage.

  • Design, maintain, and execute test scenarios and test cases.

  • Create and maintain test documentation, test scenarios, and knowledge base pages in Confluence.

  • Ensure test coverage aligns with product risks, component maturity, and sprint goals.

C. Defect Tracking & Collaboration

  • Identify, report, track, and verify component-level defects using JIRA.

  • Provide clear reproduction steps, logs, and evidence related to specific components.

  • Collaborate closely with developers, automation engineers, and product owners during development cycles.

D. Technical & Environment Responsibilities

  • Work daily with Linux/macOS terminal tools (SSH, ADB, logs, system commands).

  • Perform basic network-related activities (connectivity, configuration, troubleshooting).

  • Operate in Linux or macOS environments.

  • Interact directly with physical devices, cameras, and component-level test setups in the lab and local setup.

E. Automation Collaboration (Optional)

  • Cooperate with the automation team by contributing component-focused test ideas and scenarios to Python-based automated test repositories.

  • Identify component test cases suitable for automation based on manual testing results.

Mandatory Skills Description

A. Required:

  1. Experience: 3–5 years in manual software testing, preferably at component or subsystem level.

  2. Embedded Systems: Hands-on experience testing embedded systems or hardware-related products.

  3. Linux/macOS: Strong working knowledge including terminal usage and SSH.

  4. Familiarity with embedded Linux/macOS debugging tools

  5. Tools: Experience with JIRA for defect tracking and test execution.

  6. Networking: Understanding of networking fundamentals (IP addressing, connectivity, basic diagnostics).

  7. Documentation: Ability to create clear, structured test documentation.

B Soft Skills

  1. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a component-quality mindset.

  2. Attention to detail and ownership of assigned components.

  3. Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

  4. Proactive attitude and willingness to improve testing practices.

Nice-to-Have Skills Description

  • Basic experience or interest in Python-based test automation..

  • Experience testing camera, video, or multimedia components.

  • Understanding of CI/CD concepts from a QA perspective.

Languages

English: B2 Upper Intermediate

Polish: B2 Upper Intermediate

Manual TestingComponent TestingEmbedded Systems TestingEmbedded LinuxAndroidLinux/macOS Terminal ToolsSSHADBJIRATest Case DesignRegression TestingExploratory TestingDefect TrackingNetworking FundamentalsPython Test AutomationHardware-software Validationmulti-location

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