QA Lead

Job Description Global Manufacturing firm is 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 their 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 Experience 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 Opening Doors to Incredible Opportunities: For over two decades, Capstone has been working with elite organizations from Fortune 500s to start-ups in some of the most competitive market sectors. Because of our deep connections, we're able to match you with the most relevant and prestigious career opportunities available - whether you're an executive or manager, we'll help you reach your professional goals. Protect Yourself from Job Scams We've seen an increase in scam attempts targeting job seekers. Please know that our team will never request sensitive personal information-such as your Social Security number or banking details-outside of our secure onboarding system. This system is the only method we use to collect the information necessary for employment. All official communication will come from verified company email addresses or phone numbers. If something seems suspicious, trust your instincts and don't engage. Learn how to spot job scams and protect yourself here. Equal Opportunity Employer: Capstone provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Capstone will provide reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring and employment process.

Created: 2026-03-04