Embedded Linux/Android QA Engineer — Manual Testing Specialist

Luxoft; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Luxoft in Kraków is seeking a Software Quality Engineer (Regular level) focused on manual, component-level testing for video collaboration devices with embedded Android. You will validate components and hardware interactions in a hybrid work setting, on-site in Kraków.

You will design test cases, execute manual tests, document results in Confluence, and collaborate with developers and product owners. Fluency in English and Polish is required; prior experience with Linux/macOS terminals and JIRA

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of manual software testing, preferably at component or subsystem level.
• Hands-on testing of embedded systems or hardware-related products.
• Strong Linux/macOS terminal usage and SSH familiarity.
• Familiar with embedded Linux/macOS debugging tools.
• Experience with JIRA for defect tracking and test execution.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (IP, connectivity, diagnostics).
• Ability to create clear, structured test documentation.
• Fluency in English and Polish (spoken and written).
• Willingness to work in a hybrid model with on-site presence in Kraków.

Responsibilities

• Manual testing and component validation for software and hardware interfaces.
• Design, maintain, and execute component-level test cases and scenarios.
• Document test results, logs, and evidence; update Confluence knowledge base.
• Identify, report, and verify defects in collaboration with developers and PO.
• Work with Linux/macOS terminal tools; assist with basic network diagnostics.
• Coordinate with automation team and contribute to test ideas for future automation.

Skills

Manual testing

Embedded systems

Linux/macOS

Debugging tools

JIRA

Networking

Test documentation

English & Polish

Hybrid Kraków on-site

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Project description

- Role: Software Quality Engineer (Regular level) with a strong focus on manual, component-level testing.- Product: Video Collaboration devices with embedded Android operating system- Core Activity: Validating individual components and subsystems, ensuring high quality, reliability, and usability.- Interaction: Hands-on role combining software validation with real hardware interaction.- Location Requirement: Hybrid model, requires on-site presence in Kraków. Open only to candidates based in Kraków.

Responsibilities

• Key Responsibilities:A. Manual Testing & Component Validation- Execute manual, component-level test cases.- Validate individual software components and subsystems before system-level integration.- Perform:*Regression testing*Exploratory testing*Ad hoc testing- Functional testing (strong focus on component behavior)- Validate hardware-software interactions under real-world conditions.- Verify fixes and perform bug re-testing.B. Test Design & Documentation- Analyze Requirements and technical specifications to define component-level test coverage.- Design, maintain, and execute test scenarios and test cases.- Create and maintain test documentation, test scenarios, and knowledge base pages in Confluence.- Ensure test coverage aligns with product risks, component maturity, and sprint goals.C. Defect Tracking & Collaboration- Identify, report, track, and verify component-level defects using JIRA.- Provide clear reproduction steps, logs, and evidence related to specific components.- Collaborate closely with developers, automation engineers, and product owners during development cycles.D. Technical & Environment Responsibilities- Work daily with Linux/macOS terminal tools (SSH, ADB, logs, system commands).- Perform basic network-related activities (connectivity, configuration, troubleshooting).- Operate in Linux or macOS environments.- Interact directly with physical devices, cameras, and component-level test setups in the lab and local setup.E. Automation Collaboration (Optional)- Cooperate with the automation team by contributing component-focused test ideas and scenarios to Python-based automated test repositories.- Identify component test cases suitable for automation based on manual testing results.

SKILLS

Must have

• A.Required:1. Experience: 3–5 years in manual software testing, preferably at component or subsystem level.2. Embedded Systems: Hands-on experience testing embedded systems or hardware-related products.3. Linux/macOS: Strong working knowledge including terminal usage and SSH.4. Familiarity with embedded Linux/macOS debugging tools5. Tools: Experience with JIRA for defect tracking and test execution.6. Networking: Understanding of networking fundamentals (IP addressing, connectivity, basic diagnostics).7.Documentation: Ability to create clear, structured test documentation.8. Language: Fluency in English and Polish (spoken and written).9. Work Model: Willingness to work in a hybrid model with on-site presence in Kraków.B Soft Skills1. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a component-quality mindset.2. Attention to detail and ownership of assigned components.3. Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.4. Proactive attitude and willingness to improve testing practices.

Nice to have

- Basic experience or interest in Python-based test automation..- Experience testing camera, video, or multimedia components.- Understanding of CI/CD concepts from a QA perspective.