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# Test Lead - Embedded Device Testing

- **Company:** HCL America Inc.
- **Location:** King, NC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $101,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Board Bringup, Microsoft Windows, Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Power BI, Scripting, Azure Data Factory, Delivery Pipeline, Bug Reporting, Restful APIs
- **Published:** June 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9e8986ef67252c98

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Windows?, Strong hands-on experience with Azure DevOps (ADO) , including pipeline creation, agent setup, and CI/CD integration.Proficiency in PowerShell and Python scripting for automation and troubleshooting.Experience with hardware bring-up, device provisioning, and lab setup .Familiarity with Windows systems, drivers, and device-level debugging .Experience in test automation, debugging, and failure analysis .Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration abilities.

Other Requirements

Nice to Have: Experience with embedded systems or firmware validation .Knowledge of REST APIs and automation integrations .Exposure to Power BI or reporting dashboards .Programming knowledge in C/C# .Experience with Azure Data Explorer or data analytics tools .

## Description

Seeking a skilled Software/Automation Engineer or Validation Engineer with strong hands-on experience in hardware bring-up, device validation, and lab automation . The role requires expertise in Azure DevOps (ADO), CI/CD pipelines, PowerShell and Python scripting , and working with Windows-based devices, drivers, and test infrastructure .The candidate will be responsible for enabling end-to-end automation, onboarding new hardware into lab environments, and ensuring reliable execution of validation pipelines., Perform hardware bring-up (Intel/Qualcomm/AMD) and validation for new devices in lab environments, ensuring readiness for testing and automation.Configure and manage ADO pipelines, agents, and DUT (Device Under Test) integrations .Design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks and scripts using PowerShell and Python .Enable and troubleshoot agent-DUT connectivity, execution failures, and infrastructure issues .Execute functional, regression, and exploratory testing across hardware and software layers.Analyze failures, log detailed defects with repro steps, and collaborate with engineering teams for resolution.Support CI/CD pipeline integration and improve reliability of automation workflows.Create and maintain technical documentation, onboarding guides, and test collateral .


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