Senior Software QA Engineer

Doodle Labs is a fast-growing technology company at the forefront of robotics and defense innovation. We build mission-critical communication systems that enable autonomous systems to operate in challenging environments. Our solutions are deployed worldwide in defense, industrial, and commercial applications, providing robust connectivity in demanding conditions.
We are seeking a Senior Software QA Engineer to lead the implementation of CI/CD pipelines, develop and maintain automation testing frameworks, and enforce software quality assurance best practices across the development lifecycle.
About the Job
The Senior Software QA Engineer will play a key role in driving software quality and reliability. You will oversee the CI/CD pipeline, build and maintain robust test automation, and establish scalable QA processes that support efficient software delivery. This is a high-impact role that will directly influence product stability and release velocity.
What You'll Do
1. Design and Maintain CI/CD Infrastructure

• Evaluate, implement, and improve CI/CD pipelines for faster and more reliable deployment.

• Integrate automated testing throughout the software delivery lifecycle.

• Collaborate with dev and ops teams to enhance release processes and feedback loops.

2. Build and Expand Test Automation Frameworks

• Develop and maintain test automation for unit, integration, regression, and system tests.

• Ensure scalability and fast execution of automated test suites.

• Address complex test cases that may require manual validation.

3. Establish and Enforce QA Policies

• Define and implement software quality standards and best practices.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed QA across the development cycle.

• Lead manual testing efforts for edge cases or rapidly changing features.

4. Deliver Key Milestones

• First 30 Days: Assess current CI/CD and QA frameworks. Identify bottlenecks and recommend key improvements.

• First 60 Days: Deploy upgraded CI/CD pipeline and launch initial test automation for core features.

• First 90 Days: Fully integrate automation into the CI/CD workflow. Formalize QA standards and practices across teams.

Who You Are

• Experienced QA Professional: Deep experience with software testing, automation, and continuous integration.

• Systematic Thinker: Adept at building scalable systems that ensure product quality at every stage of development.

• Team-Oriented Engineer: Proven success collaborating across dev, ops, and QA teams.

• Process Improver: Committed to optimizing test coverage, reducing build times, and delivering seamless releases.

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Your work directly improves product reliability and user experience.

• Ownership: Lead the QA function in a fast-paced, innovation-driven team.

• Growth: Expand your knowledge of embedded, application, and cross-platform software testing.

• Collaboration: Work with talented engineers and thought leaders across hardware and software.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience:

• 3+ years in software QA and automation, with demonstrated experience in CI/CD pipeline development and testing strategies.

• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell script, JavaScript) in software test automation

• Strong understanding of CI/CD and software best practices, with experience using tools like Jenkins or Bitbucket pipelines/Gitlab CI

• Experience with embedded devices and networking will be advantageous

Ready to ensure the highest standards of quality in mission-critical software? Join Doodle Labs and help build the future of robust, scalable, and autonomous communication systems.