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Cloud BC Labs

Firmware QA

Foster City, CA · On-site

Role: Firmware QA Location: Foster City CA Visa : Any Our team is seeking a hands-on Firmware ... Manage defects end-to-end in JIRA - clear reproduction steps, attached logs, severity rationale ...

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Valicy

Quality Assurance Manager

Greenville, NC

Quality Assurance Manager Department: NC Quality Assurance Location: Greenville, NC Reports To ... firmware deployed within casino environments. Ensure validation of both functional and non ...

Corvus Robotics

QA Manager

Mountain View, CA · On-site

QA Manager Location: In-office - Corvus Robotics HQ, Mountain View, CA (this is not a remote or ... Debug hardware and firmware issues identified during testing, collaborating with technicians and ...

Corvus Robotics

QA Manager

Mountain View, CA · On-site

QA Manager Location: In-office -- Corvus Robotics HQ, Mountain View, CA (this is not a remote or ... Debug hardware and firmware issues identified during testing, collaborating with technicians and ...

Socket.dev

QA Manager

Mountain View, CA · On-site

QA Manager Location: In-office -- Corvus Robotics HQ, Mountain View, CA (this is not a remote or ... Debug hardware and firmware issues identified during testing, collaborating with technicians and ...

Sol-Ark, LLC

Software QA Manager

Allen, TX · On-site

We are seeking a Software QA Manager to lead software quality assurance strategy, processes, and ... This position will work with firmware, software, and systems engineering teams to establish quality ...

Filtration Group

Quality Assurance Manager

Louisville, CO · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

The QA Manager will be part of Operations, reporting directly to the Business Unit Leader; any conflicts between Operations and Quality will be addressed through the Group Business Unit Leader. * All ...

MRINetwork Jobs

Quality Assurance Manager

Tipton, IN · On-site

Quality Assurance Manager - Indiana Our food production client, located in the central part of Indiana, is actively seeking a Quality Assurance Manager. The QA Manager directly leads the QA ...

MRINetwork Jobs

Quality Assurance Manager

Tipton, IN · On-site

Quality Assurance Manager - Indiana Our food production client, located in the central part of Indiana, is actively seeking a Quality Assurance Manager. The QA Manager directly leads the QA ...

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How much do firmware qa manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for firmware qa manager in the United States is $58.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.03 and $76.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a firmware QA manager?

Firmware QA Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the quality assurance process for firmware, which is the low-level software that interacts directly with hardware devices. They lead teams that design, implement, and execute tests to ensure firmware operates reliably, meets specifications, and is free of defects. Their role includes creating test plans, managing bug tracking, collaborating with development teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Effective Firmware QA Managers help deliver robust products by identifying issues early in the development cycle and ensuring that firmware releases are stable and functional.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a firmware QA manager?

To thrive as a Firmware QA Manager, you need a solid background in embedded systems, firmware testing methodologies, and a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with automated testing tools, version control systems (like Git), and bug tracking platforms is typically required, along with certifications such as ISTQB being advantageous. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills are crucial for managing teams and collaborating across departments. These skills ensure the delivery of reliable firmware products, efficient testing processes, and effective team performance in a highly technical environment.

What are common challenges faced by firmware QA managers and how can they be addressed?

Firmware QA Managers often face challenges such as coordinating testing across multiple hardware and software platforms, ensuring test coverage for a variety of use cases, and keeping up with fast-paced development cycles. To address these, it's important to establish robust automated testing frameworks, maintain clear communication with development and hardware teams, and implement effective bug-tracking and reporting processes. Building a collaborative environment where QA, development, and product teams share feedback early and often can also help mitigate risks and improve overall product quality.

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Infographic showing various Firmware Qa Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,231 per year, or $58.8 per hour.

Firmware QA

Foster City, CA • On-site

Cloud BC Labs
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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Role: Firmware QA
Location: Foster City CA
Visa : Any
Job Description
Our team is seeking a hands-on Firmware Validation Engineer to join the Firmware - Connectivity and Audio team. This is a validation-first role focused on manual feature testing, growing test content, closing coverage gaps, root-causing defects, and triaging field problems across in-cabin connected experiences. The engineer is the team's owner for day-to-day test execution and defect quality on these feature tracks.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manual feature validation: Execute functional, integration, regression, and exploratory testing for Audio and streaming features on bench and in-vehicle.
• Test content development: Author new test cases, expand existing test suites, and keep test documentation current as features evolve.
• Coverage gap closure: Identify untested or under-tested paths in the existing suites and systematically add coverage; track coverage health for each feature track.
• Root cause analysis: Reproduce defects, capture and analyze logs (Wireshark, DLT, ADB, HCI/Bluetooth traces, vehicle logs), and isolate root cause before handing off to firmware owners.
• Field issue triage: Own first-line triage for Audio and Streaming feature fleet issues - reproduce in lab, narrow scope, and drive issues to closure in partnership with fleet support, diagnostics, and firmware teams.
• Defect lifecycle: Manage defects end-to-end in JIRA - clear reproduction steps, attached logs, severity rationale, fix verification, and regression follow-up.
• Test infrastructure: Maintain test benches, in-vehicle rigs, and diagnostic setups so they stay release-ready.
• Cross-functional communication: Partner with firmware leads, product managers, and integration partners to align on feature readiness and defect priority.
Required Qualifications:
• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related; 8+ years in a hands-on validation/QA engineering role on firmware or embedded products.
• Validation depth: Demonstrated experience writing and executing test plans/cases, identifying and closing coverage gaps, and managing defects through the full lifecycle.
• Connectivity background (any flavor): Hands-on validation experience in at least one connectivity domain - Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular (LTE/5G), GNSS, or vehicle networking.
• Root-cause skill: Strong log triage and debugging instincts; comfortable with Wireshark, DLT, ADB, and similar tooling.
• Field triage experience: Track record of reproducing and isolating defects reported from production/field environments.
• Python scripting sufficient to automate repetitive checks and parse logs; comfortable on Linux/Ubuntu.
• Strong defect-tracking discipline (JIRA/Confluence) and experience in agile release cycles.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior experience with in-cabin entertainment and/or media casting frameworks.
• Bluetooth stack validation (pairing, A2DP/HFP/AVRCP, interop).
• Background and experience in wireless connectivity technologies.
• Prior exposure to autonomous-vehicle or robotaxi fleet environments.

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