Firmware QA Engineer (Embedded Systems and Robotics) [AQ-13429]

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute comprehensive firmware and embedded system testing strategies.
• Build and maintain robust QA pipelines and automated test frameworks.
• Test and validate connected products, embedded systems, and electromechanical devices.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and system-level testing to identify critical issues.
• Partner closely with firmware, hardware, and product teams to proactively identify and resolve issues.
• Troubleshoot failures, reproduce defects, and support root cause analysis to enhance product stability.
• Analyze test results and develop key quality metrics to measure and report product performance.
• Combine quantitative testing data with qualitative observations to identify strategic opportunities for improvement.
• Help define testing standards, processes, and best practices for emerging products.
• Support hands-on device testing and validation in a dynamic product development environment.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Firmware QA Engineer, Embedded QA Engineer, Hardware Test Engineer, or a similar role focused on product quality.
• Proven experience building and maintaining automated QA pipelines.
• Hands-on experience testing products that combine software and hardware, such as robotics systems, wearable technology, connected devices, IoT products, drones, 3D printers, or other electromechanical systems.
• Strong understanding of firmware validation and embedded system testing practices.
• Experience troubleshooting complex hardware/software integration issues.
• Ability to analyze failures, identify trends, and communicate actionable recommendations effectively.
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and a passion for product quality.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field preferred (or equivalent practical experience).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with broader hardware system testing and device validation.
• Background in robotics, mechatronics, consumer electronics, automotive technology, or similar innovative industries.
• Experience creating quality scorecards, testing metrics, or comprehensive validation frameworks.
• Experience working in startup or highly innovative product environments.
• Familiarity with automation scripting and various test development tools.
• Experience collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

About You

• You are a hands-on problem solver who thrives on investigating complex technical challenges.
• You are comfortable working in environments where products and processes are continuously evolving.
• You possess the ability to balance deep technical testing expertise with strong communication and collaboration skills.
• You are curious, adaptable, and motivated by building products that seamlessly combine technology with real-world experiences.