QA Test Engineer (Android / Lab-Based)

TechDigital Group; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

TechDigital Group is seeking a QA Test Engineer (Android / Lab-Based) to join our Mountain View lab for hands-on testing and device provisioning.

You will lead manual and compatibility testing across devices and OS versions, document bugs with clear steps, and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure critical issues are resolved efficiently.

Qualifications

• Experience with the Android ecosystem, OEM variations and hardware form factors.
• Proficient with ADB and Linux/Unix commands for debugging.
• Hands-on flashing of Android devices using vendor tools.
• Experience with bug tracking software and detailed reports.
• Willing to work onsite in a lab five days a week.

Responsibilities

• Manual & compatibility testing across devices, OS versions, and form factors.
• Identify, document, and track bugs with clear reproduction steps and logs.
• Device provisioning and hardware management in the lab.
• Handle multiple projects and priorities across OS/hardware.
• Collaborate with lab, development, and partner teams to explain findings.

Skills

Android Ecosystem

ADB & Linux

Flashing Android

Bug Tracking

Onsite Lab

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

ADB

Linux

Logcat

Vendor Tools

Job description

QA Test Engineer (Android / Lab-Based)

Key Responsibilities

• Manual & Compatibility Testing: Test across multiple devices, OS versions, and form factors simultaneously to ensure compatibility and a seamless user experience.
• Bug Lifecycle Management: Identify, document, and track software bugs and issues from discovery to resolution using bug tracking systems. Provide clear, concise steps to reproduce and attach relevant logs.
• Device Provisioning: Manage lab hardware, including hands-on experience with flashing Android devices
• Multi-Project Execution: Demonstrate the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, pivoting between different OS and hardware priorities effectively.
• Technical Collaboration: Use your strong communication skills to act as the bridge between the lab, development team, and partner engineering teams to clearly explain bugs and technical findings.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Android Ecosystem: Comprehensive knowledge of the Android ecosystem, OEM variations, and diverse hardware form factors.
• Command Line Tools: Well-versed in ADB (Android Debug Bridge) and Linux/Unix commands to inspect device states, push/pull files, and extract system logs (logcat) for debugging.
• Flashing Experience: Direct, hands-on experience flashing Android devices using vendor-specific tools.
• Bug Tracking Systems: Proven experience using bug tracking software to write highly detailed, actionable bug reports.
• Onsite Lab Presence: Comfortable working onsite 5 days a week (Monday - Friday) in a lab environment, physically handling, organizing, and transporting mobile devices between storage locations as needed.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the organizational ability to balance multiple projects at once.