Sr. Lab Technician

TechDigital Group; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The lab infrastructure engineer role focuses on ensuring prototype hardware and test systems are ready for validation cycles. You will support device provisioning, firmware flashing, and configuration changes, while maintaining lab infrastructure and device farms for automated testing workflows.

You will execute hardware, firmware, and system-level tests, assist in debugging by isolating hardware vs software issues, and work with cross-functional teams to enable rapid prototyping and robust test

Qualifications

• 8+ years in a lab infra, hardware validation or test lab.
• Hands-on with consumer electronics, embedded systems, or prototype devices.
• Strong device setup, configuration and hardware troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with Linux and basic command-line operations.
• Ability to analyze logs, document results, and track issues.
• Detail-oriented with structured test procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up, configure, and maintain prototype hardware and test systems.
• Support firmware flashing, provisioning, and configuration changes.
• Maintain lab racks, cables, power and network connectivity.
• Manage device farms and CI-ready test infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot failures, capture logs, and perform root-cause analysis.
• Document configurations, issues, and test results accurately.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Firmware, Hardware, and Infrastructure teams.

Skills

Lab infrastructure

Hardware validation

Linux

Scripting

Device setup

Diagnostics

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering / Computer Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

Jenkins

Job description

Role Overview

One of our clients develops next-generation hardware devices powered by custom firmware and software. These devices are continuously validated in lab environments to identify bugs, performance issues, and system reliability gaps.

As a Lab Infra Engineer, you will play a critical role in the Systems Engineering function, supporting prototype bring-up, test execution, device farm operations, and cross‑functional engineering efforts. You will act as the backbone of lab operations, ensuring devices and infrastructure are always ready for testing and validation cycles.

Key Responsibilities

Prototype Device Setup & Lab Operations

• Set up, configure, and maintain prototype hardware devices and test systems.
• Support device provisioning, firmware flashing, and configuration changes requested by engineering teams.
• Maintain lab infrastructure including racks, devices, cables, and power/network connectivity.

Device Farm & Test Infrastructure Support

• Manage and monitor prototype device farms used for automated testing workflows.
• Ensure systems are test‑ready and operational for continuous integration (CI) pipelines.
• Perform manual intervention when automated systems fail or require remediation.

Testing & Validation Support

• Execute hardware, firmware, and system‑level test procedures across devices.
• Support debugging test failures by isolating hardware vs software issues.
• Assist in validation activities covering functional, regression, performance, and reliability testing.

Troubleshooting & Issue Triage

• Investigate and troubleshoot device failures, connectivity issues, and test anomalies.
• Work with engineering teams to capture logs, perform root‑cause analysis, and escalated defects.

Lab Maintenance & Operations

• Maintain lab cleanliness, organization, and safety standards.
• Track inventory of devices, cables, and consumables; support calibration and maintenance schedules.
• Document configurations, issues, and test results accurately.

Cross‑Functional Support

• Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Firmware, Hardware, and Infrastructure teams.
• Support rapid prototyping cycles and bring‑up activities for new hardware platforms.
• Assist engineers during debug sessions, experiments, and validation cycles.
• Work with third‑party vendor team and internal stakeholders for any HW equipment and accessories.

Required Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in lab infra engineer, hardware validation, or test lab environment.
• Hands‑on experience working with consumer electronics, embedded systems, or prototype devices.
• Strong understanding of device setup, configuration, and hardware troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems and basic command‑line operations.
• Ability to analyze logs, document results, and track issues systematically.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured test procedures.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with device automation environments or CI/CD test infrastructure (e.g., Jenkins).
• Basic scripting knowledge (Python or Shell) for test execution/debugging.
• Exposure to Android/iOS debugging tools (ADB, Logcat.
• Familiarity with networking, device provisioning, and lab‑scale hardware setups.
• Prior experience in AR/VR, wearable devices, or consumer hardware R&D environments.

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in: Electrical/Electronics Engineering / Computer Engineering / Computer Science

Key Competencies

• Strong hands‑on technical troubleshooting capability
• Ability to work in fast‑paced R&D lab environments
• High level of ownership and operational discipline
• Effective cross‑team communication and collaboration
• Detail‑oriented with strong documentation mindset

Work Environment & Expectations

• Onsite role (5 days/week) due to hardware and lab dependencies.
• Work in a high‑velocity engineering environment with rapid iterations.
• Requires flexibility to support debug cycles and test execution timelines.