Senior SQA Manager - Device Drivers/ microcontrollers/Platform Software

Silicon Labs; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Silicon Labs in Hyderabad seeks an experienced Senior SQA Manager to lead the quality strategy, planning, and execution for platform, compute, and device driver software across multiple product lines. The ideal candidate has a strong background in embedded systems, operating systems (RTOS, Linux), and driver development, with proven leadership of QA teams and processes.

You will define QA plans, build automation, and metrics to ensure robust, scalable software releases while collaborating with

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, operating systems (RTOS, Linux), and device driver development.
• Experience with test automation frameworks, scripting languages (Python, Shell), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software in complex, multi-platform environments.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of SQA engineers focused on platform, compute, and device driver validation.
• Define and implement quality assurance strategies, processes, and metrics to ensure robust and scalable software releases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (development, product management, hardware engineering, and customer support) to align QA priorities with product goals.
• Quality Planning & Execution
• Develop comprehensive test plans, test cases, and automation frameworks for platform and driver-level software.
• Ensure coverage for functional, performance, stress, compatibility, and security testing.
• Drive continuous improvement in test methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Technical Oversight
• Provide technical guidance on embedded OS, compute frameworks, and device driver architecture to the QA team.
• Oversee integration testing across multiple hardware platforms and operating environments.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal quality benchmarks.
• Process & Reporting
• Establish and track KPIs for software quality, defect density, and release readiness.
• Report quality status, risks, and mitigation plans to senior management.
• Champion automation and CI/CD integration for QA workflows.

Skills

Embedded systems

RTOS/Linux

Device driver

Test automation

Python

Shell scripting

CI/CD pipelines

Leadership

Communication

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Job description

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 at www.silabs.com.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior SQA (Software Quality Assurance) Manager to lead the quality strategy, planning, and execution for our platform, compute, and device driver software components. This role will be responsible for ensuring that our foundational software layers meet the highest standards of reliability, performance, and security across multiple product lines.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems, operating systems, and driver-level software, combined with proven leadership in managing QA teams and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of SQA engineers focused on platform, compute, and device driver validation.
• Define and implement quality assurance strategies, processes, and metrics to ensure robust and scalable software releases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (development, product management, hardware engineering, and customer support) to align QA priorities with product goals.
• Quality Planning & Execution
• Develop comprehensive test plans, test cases, and automation frameworks for platform and driver-level software.
• Ensure coverage for functional, performance, stress, compatibility, and security testing.
• Drive continuous improvement in test methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Technical Oversight
• Provide technical guidance on embedded OS, compute frameworks, and device driver architecture to the QA team.
• Oversee integration testing across multiple hardware platforms and operating environments.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal quality benchmarks.
• Process & Reporting
• Establish and track KPIs for software quality, defect density, and release readiness.
• Report quality status, risks, and mitigation plans to senior management.
• Champion automation and CI/CD integration for QA workflows.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, operating systems (RTOS, Linux), and device driver development.
• Experience with test automation frameworks, scripting languages (Python, Shell), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software in complex, multi-platform environments.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

• Experience in IoT platforms, wireless protocols, and security testing.
• Familiarity with hardware bring-up and board support packages (BSP).
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and certification processes.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Not only will you be joining a highly skilled and tight-knit team where every engineer makes a significant impact on the product; we also strive for good work/life balance and to make our environment welcoming and fun.