Freelance Remote Software Qa Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Description
Note: GlobalLogic estimates the starting pay range for this role to be performed onsite in Lake Forest, CA is $145,000 - $155,000 and reflects base salary only. This pay range is provided as a good faith estimate and the amount offered may be higher or lower. GlobalLogic takes many factors into consideration in making an offer, including candidate qualifications, work experience, operational needs, travel and onsite requirements, internal peer equity, prevailing wage, responsibilities, and other market and business considerations.
Job Title: QA Lead - Robotics-Based Test Automation
Location: Lake Forest, CA (Onsite- 5 days in a week onsite)
Requirements
Qualifications:
BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
Work Location and Schedule:
Required to be in-person in Lake Forest, CA through an onsite workplace environment
Required:
Software and System level "Verification and Validation" expertise & hands-on experience in design & development of quality end-to-end workflows for regression and reusability
3+ years of experience working as an onsite-offsite coordinator; 5+ years of hands-on automation software testing experience preferably with complex medical devices
Working knowledge and hands-on experience with the Ranorex Automation Tool and developing testing scripts using C#
Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming concepts
Understanding of SDLC, specifically automated QA processes in hybrid (+iterative waterfall) or agile development environments
Working knowledge of version control using Visual Studio or another Git Client is mandatory
Working knowledge of designing and maintaining pipelines under Azure CI/CD is needed
Ability to coordinate testing activities that combine traditional software/system verification with physical, robot-executed test scenarios
Hands-on experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g. GitHub Copilot, Claude) for test script generation and test design acceleration
Strongly preferred:
Ability to work in a regulated environment in compliance with IEC 62304, ISO 13485 and 21 CFR 820
Familiarity with software design patterns and automation framework & architecture
Experience with networking tools for troubleshooting issues related to data transfer and performance across a network
Exposure to robotics-based or physical test automation, humanoid/robotic arm systems, or HW-in-the-loop testing is a plus
Proven track record of applying AI-assisted coding/testing tools on a live project, with measurable impact on test development speed or coverage
May be assigned other duties or special projects as necessary
Job responsibilities
Capable and competent in following the directions and guidelines from the Automation Architect
Managing and supervising the offshore testing team and software verification activities by supporting pre-verification and leading formal verification testing for complex medical devices
Orchestrating automation code implementation and execution between offshore resources to manage testing activities across multiple test systems, including robot-executed test scenarios
Working closely with the Automation Architect, Robotics Engineer, Manual Lead, Test Engineers and Development teams to effectively understand automation, robotics, and manual requirements and carry out day-to-day project automation activities
Overseeing both traditional software QA workflows and robot-based physical test execution as a unified verification strategy
Driving adoption of AI-assisted testing practices across the QA team to improve test development speed and coverage
Being a proactive team player - flexible and adaptable to changing daily activities and schedules, adept at working under tight deadlines and juggling multiple project activities simultaneously
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships
What we offer
Exciting Projects:Come take your place at the forefront of digital transformation! With clients across all industries and sectors, we offer an opportunity to work on market-defining products using the latest technologies.
Collaborative Environment: You can expand your skills by collaborating with a diverse team of highly talented people in an open, laidback environment - or even abroad in one of our global centers or client facilities!
Work-Life Balance:GlobalLogic prioritizes work-life balance, which is why we offer flexible work schedules and opportunities to work from home.
Professional Development:We provide continuing education classes, professional certification and training (technical, soft skills, language, and communication skills) to help you realize your professional goals. Being part of a global organization, there are additional learning opportunities through international knowledge exchanges.
Excellent Benefits:We provide our employees with competitive salaries, health and life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, a matched contribution 401K plan, flexible spending accounts, and PTO and holidays
About GlobalLogic
GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world's largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we've been at the forefront of the digital revolution - helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.