Software QA Engineering Manager

Silabs India Private Limited • Full-time • Hyderabad, India • 2d ago

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more atwww.silabs.com.

About the Role

Silicon Labs is building a world class Software Centre of Excellence in the best office space in Hyderabad. We are looking for an experienced Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Manager to build and manage local BLE team. Our Hyderabad SQA team is focused on improving the overall quality of software used in Silicon Labs Wi-Fi /BT/BLE/15.4 combo chips targeting Internet of Things(IoT), Wearables & Industrial Automation applications.

As a member of the QA team, you will be tasked with ensuring comprehensive test coverage for Bluetooth Low Energy radio protocol features. You will be responsible for leading the local team and validating our embedded products using a Python-based automated test framework. You will frequently interact with other Software Quality Assurance (SQA) groups globally and the Software Development Team based in Budapest, Espoo (Finland).

This position is based out of Silicon Labs, Hyderabad.

Meet the Wireless SQA Team

At Silicon Labs, the Wireless SQA Team plays a crucial role in driving the success of our wireless technology products. We are at the heart of the innovation that powers our next-generation IoT solutions, ensuring that our wireless products meet the highest standards of performance, efficiency, and usability.

SQA Team works closely with the Software Development teams to ensure a deep understanding of the product, features and system functionality.

The SQA team utilizes an internal test framework to automate all tests for repeatability and stability, providing detailed test reports on each build of the product to ensure quality assurance for our customers. The SQA team has decades of experience in delivering high-quality embedded software products to our customers, including some of the largest names in the industry.

What makes our team unique?

We work in a highly collaborative, international environment where innovation and creativity are encouraged. Our site fosters a culture of learning, where team members are empowered to solve real-world problems and make meaningful contributions to the success of Silicon Labs. We take pride in developing solutions that transform industries and improve lives through technology.

Technologies we use:

Python, Pytest, Jenkins, GitHub, Docker, Git, Cloud Based Computing, SQL Database, Windows, Linux.

Responsibilities

Manage the local team, including people management, resource allocation, and team development.
Endure project deliveries are as per commitment, and track the timely automation
Regularly present the progress of the projects to local and global leadership
Perform functional and non-functional automated tests for Silicon Labs’ embedded wireless products.
Develop comprehensive test plans, strategies and approaches for Bluetooth feature testing.
Design and implement pytest-based tests for our embedded Bluetooth solutions.
Maintain, manage and improve automated test scripts, test cases and tools.
Analyze and debug issues found during the test cycle.
Utilize generative AI tools, such as GitHub Copilot, to enhance coding efficiency and leverage other benefits.
You will frequently interact with a co-located SW Development Team as well as with regional Program Managers and Applications Engineers.

Skills You Wil Need

Experience:
- Over 8 years of experience in wireless software testing/development
- Over 2 years of experience in setting up and managing a team
- Proficient in resource management tools like Jira, Microsoft Project or similar.
- Possess a strong sense of responsibility and an ability to work independently under minimal supervision
Technical Expertise:
- Expertise in automation and test implementation.
- Strong proficiency in Python programming.
- In-depth knowledge of Bluetooth Low Energy technologies.
- Experience with Bluetooth specification documentation (e.g., Bluetooth SIG), and familiarity with Bluetooth standards (e.g., Bluetooth 5.x, BLE)

Communication:
- Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional and international teams, document test results, and present findings and status clearly to stakeholders.

We consider the following experience as a plus

Testing Certification: ISTQB certification or equivalent training.
Bluetooth Certification: Experience with the Bluetooth Qualification process or Bluetooth certification.
Wireless Technologies: Experience with wireless communication technologies beyond Bluetooth (e.g., Wi-Fi, Zigbee).
Additional Skills: Experience with C/C++ for embedded systems or low-level testing.

Education:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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