QA Lead

We are seeking a
QA Lead
with deep expertise in
embedded systems testing
to drive quality strategy, execution, and continuous improvement across complex hardware–software platforms. The ideal candidate has hands-on technical experience testing embedded and IoT systems and proven ability to lead test planning, risk assessment, and collaboration across development and hardware teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance activities for embedded and connected systems such as HVAC controllers, set-top boxes, telecommunications equipment (routers, modems, switches), industrial automation, robotics, and avionics systems.
• Define and execute end-to-end test strategies, including integration, regression, and performance testing.
• Analyze system, application, and event logs to identify and diagnose software, firmware, and communication issues.
• Collaborate with development, DevOps, and hardware engineering teams to ensure defects are isolated, documented, and resolved efficiently.
• Develop, maintain, and automate test cases using shell scripting and Unix command-line tools.
• Validate backend communication protocols (APIs, web services, IoT message brokers) and ensure seamless data exchange between devices and cloud services.
• Monitor and report on QA metrics, ensuring visibility into quality trends, risks, and release readiness.
• Mentor and guide junior testers, fostering best practices in documentation, process discipline, and automation adoption.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience testing embedded systems, IoT devices, or similar environments integrating hardware and software.
• Expertise with Unix/Linux environments, including shell scripting and command-line tools.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as Java (preferred), Python, or C/C++.
• In-depth knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), QA methodologies, and defect management processes.
• Experience testing backend integrations, APIs, and communication protocols for device connectivity.
• Proven ability to analyze logs, identify system bottlenecks, and propose corrective actions.
• Strong analytical mindset, detail orientation, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and lead cross-functional QA initiatives.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with automation frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience in regulated or safety-critical domains (automotive, robotics, aerospace).
• Understanding of performance and reliability testing methodologies.

The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $40.86/hour - $63.84/hour. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America's leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients' success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Unincorporated LA County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.