QA Lead, Embedded Systems and Firmware

At ASSA ABLOY, our mission is to make securely accessing the things in your life noticeably easier, without being noticeable. Our global teams work together to create products and services that add everyday simplicity and convenience to our users’ lives. With the ability to control access to what they love the most, we’re able to provide peace of mind through safety and visibility.

We are 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. You’ll work closely with our Lead DevOps Engineer, who oversees automation and CI/CD infrastructure, to align tooling and workflows that support robust, scalable testing.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape how quality is driven across a product line that secures real-world environments through advanced embedded technology.

This position will be full-time onsite in New Haven, CT.  

What will you be doing

• 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

What are we looking for

• 6+ years of QA experience in embedded systems, with 2+ years in a 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

Preferred Skills

• 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

Tools & Environment

• 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

What we offer

We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so that you can enjoy a lifelong career with us. 

• Annual Bonus.
  Continuous professional development opportunities and an environment that fosters internal growth and mobility.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package which includes multiple healthcare options, tuition reimbursement, and matching 401k.
• Generous holiday schedule and paid time off to refresh and recharge.
• Employee pricing on our products and discount programs for travel, entertainment, and more!

We review applications regularly, so don’t hesitate, apply today!

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