Field Robotics QA Engineer – Test & Validate

RiseMe; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

FieldAI in Irvine, CA seeks a QA/Test Engineer to execute manual and structured testing of robotic systems in lab environments, monitor behavior, and document issues for resolution. You will validate fixes, perform regression testing, and help improve QA processes while working closely with engineering teams on real deployments.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in CS or related field and 2+ years in QA/robotics testing, with comfort handling physical systems, scripting in Python/Bash, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in QA, robotics testing, or hands-on technical roles.
• Comfort working with physical systems (robots, vehicles, or machinery).
• Strong attention to detail and observational skills.
• Ability to clearly document issues and communicate findings.
• Basic troubleshooting skills with the ability to isolate and describe issues.
• Willingness to be hands-on and physically engaged during testing.
• Familiarity with robotics, autonomous systems, or electromechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual and structured testing of robotic systems in lab and controlled environments
• Monitor robot behavior during operation to ensure safe and expected performance
• Identify, document, and reproduce bugs, anomalies, and edge cases
• Capture detailed test logs including failures, inconsistencies, and performance issues
• Partner with engineering teams to clearly communicate issues and drive resolution
• Validate fixes and perform regression testing on new builds and updates
• Improve QA processes, test procedures, and operational checklists
• Support ongoing system validation and provide real-time feedback on performance

Skills

QA experience

Physical systems

Attention to detail

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Hands-on testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Python

Bash

Jira

Job description

FieldAI in Irvine, CA seeks a QA/Test Engineer to execute manual and structured testing of robotic systems in lab environments, monitor behavior, and document issues for resolution. You will validate fixes, perform regression testing, and help improve QA processes while working closely with engineering teams on real deployments.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in CS or related field and 2+ years in QA/robotics testing, with comfort handling physical systems, scripting in Python/Bash, and