Software QA Engineer

At Bose Corporation, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth - and for over 60 years, we have been a company built on innovation, excellence, and independence. Privately owned, fiercely customer-focused, and driven by our values, we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound.
Today, Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions, we are shaping the future of audio technology, automotive, luxury, and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation.
Job Description
About the Role
As a QA Test Engineer based in Lisbon, you will be a key contributor within a growing Quality Engineering team responsible for validating Bose consumer products, including headphones, earbuds, Bluetooth speakers, and home theater systems.
This is a hands-on role requiring both strong manual testing expertise and increasing ownership of automation and test strategy . You will be responsible for ensuring that complex hardware-software systems perform reliably in real-world conditions, with a focus on Bluetooth connectivity, audio performance, and embedded system behavior.
You will work closely with software engineers, product managers, and cross-functional teams to drive quality throughout the development lifecycle , proactively identify risks, and ensure high-confidence releases. This role is ideal for someone who has built a solid QA foundation and is ready to take on greater technical ownership and influence over product quality .
What You'll Do
Own Feature-Level Quality

• Take ownership of end-to-end quality for features and subsystems
• Design and execute comprehensive test strategies based on risk, usage patterns, and system complexity
• Validate firmware, mobile integrations, and cross-device interactions in real-world scenarios

Advanced Manual & Exploratory Testing

• Lead exploratory testing efforts in high-risk and customer-critical areas
• Identify edge cases, failure modes, and system limitations beyond defined test cases
• Ensure robust validation across Bluetooth workflows (pairing, reconnection, multi-device, interoperability)

Debugging & Root Cause Analysis

• Analyze logs, traces, and system-level behavior to identify and isolate defects
• Perform root cause analysis and partner with developers to drive resolution
• Reproduce complex issues across embedded systems, mobile apps, and connectivity layers

Test Design & Automation Contribution

• Design, maintain, and improve structured test plans and regression suites
• Contribute to test automation frameworks (e.g., Python or similar) and increase automated coverage
• Integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines and support continuous validation practices

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with engineering, product, and DevOps teams to ensure testability and quality requirements are met early
• Actively participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and influence sprint-level quality decisions
• Provide clear quality assessments and release readiness recommendations

Quality Improvement & Mentorship

• Identify gaps in testing, tooling, and processes and drive improvements
• Contribute to defining quality metrics and analyzing trends
• Support and guide junior QA engineers through test reviews and knowledge sharing

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• +2 years of experience in software or embedded systems testing
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, test design techniques, and quality engineering principles
• Hands-on experience with test automation (e.g., Python, JavaScript, or similar)
• Experience with API testing and system-level validation
• Solid debugging skills, including log analysis and issue reproduction across complex systems
• Understanding of operating systems, system architecture, and component interactions
• Experience testing Bluetooth or wireless technologies (pairing, connectivity, interoperability)
• Exposure to embedded systems and firmware validation
• Familiarity with CI/CD environments and version control systems
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills

Are you interested in this position?
We'd love to know you better! Submit your application by uploading your CV in English via the "Apply" button above.
Our goal is to create an atmosphere where every candidate feels supported and empowered in the interviewing process. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our success, and we believe that providing reasonable accommodation is not only a legal obligation but also a fundamental aspect of our commitment to being an employer of choice. We recognize that individuals may have different needs and requirements based on their abilities, and we provide reasonable accommodations to ensure ideal conditions are met during the application process.