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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Quality Engineer, Embedded - **Company:** Vivint, Inc. - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Confluence, JIRA, Bug Tracking Systems, C++ (Programming Language), Command-Line Interface, Software Debugging, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, Test Execution Engine, Test Management, Strategies of Testing, Wi-Fi Technology, Computer Network Technologies, Hardware Testing, Bug Reporting, Testrail - **Published:** July 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000ghq8bt ## About the Role + **Hands-on experience with Linux and Python** (comfortable working from the command line and creating/debugging scripts). + **Exposure to embedded devices** and testing hardware/software interactions. + **Understanding of networking technologies** such as **Wi-Fi, cellular, and Z-Wave** (or similar protocols) and how they impact behavior, performance, and reliability. + **Exposure to C and C++** (reading code, recognizing common defects, collaborating effectively with engineers). + **Troubleshooting mindset:** exposure to common diagnostic approaches and techniques (log analysis, reproduction isolation, configuration/environment validation, etc.). + **Ability to triage issues** , react well to change, work cross-functionally, and **multi-task** while protecting critical coverage. + **Solid verbal and written communication** with a strong ability to document clearly and drive alignment. + **Organized, curious, and excited about technology** -takes ownership and follows through. Education + **CS or EE educational background** (degree preferred or equivalent practical experience). What Success Looks Like at the Senior Level + You are viewed as a **go-to expert** in at least one domain area and require little-to-no guidance when learning unfamiliar systems. + You bring strong judgment, actively seek feedback, and consistently balance tradeoffs to deliver the right quality outcomes. + You challenge ideas respectfully, align on decisions, and execute effectively. + You raise overall team capability by **mentoring others occasionally** (test strategy feedback, defect investigations, and best-practice guidance). + Familiarity with test management/defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Xray/TestRail, Confluence). ## Description We're hiring a Senior-level Manual Test Engineer to own and drive high-quality testing outcomes across critical product areas. You will be a domain expert in test execution and quality risk, partnering closely with Engineering, Product, and cross-functional peers to identify the best approach, find defects early, and ensure releases are reliable and customer-ready. This is a hands-on role requiring strong manual testing expertise, clear communication, and a consistent track record of shipping quality. Responsibilities + **Own quality for your area:** Take accountability for your work product and the impact it has on the system and adjacent work products; help break down complex issues into manageable testing strategies. + **Drive cross-team collaboration:** Proactively collaborate with partners outside your immediate team to evaluate options, align on quality risks, and support the best decision-making. + **Create clear, durable documentation:** Produce written communication (test plans, test results, bug reports, and knowledge articles) that others can easily follow in tools like Confluence/Jira/Slack (or equivalents). + **Improve execution and outcomes:** Scope and stage testing work into well-defined milestones, prioritize high-value coverage early, and actively avoid unnecessary scope creep. + **Champion customer experience:** Identify high-impact issues quickly, validate fixes thoroughly, and advocate for the right bugs to be fixed to protect the end-user experience. + **Support automation efforts (as applicable):** Identify areas that should be automated. Quickly determine the source of failures. + **Troubleshoot effectively:** Apply structured troubleshooting approaches to isolate issues across software, hardware, networking, and environment factors. ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [How I Built QA from Scratch in a Scaling Startup - no fluff real life story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2041-how-i-built-qa-from-scratch-in-a-scaling-startup-no-fluff-real-life-story) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [The Affordances of Quality](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1134-the-affordances-of-quality) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job)