SQA Specialist

Evolv Technology is on a mission to enhance public safety through innovative security technology. They are seeking a Senior SQA Engineer to design test plans and validate new hardware, firmware, and software for their Express and Expedite products, ensuring quality across their physical product lines.

Responsibilities

• Build a foundational understanding of Evolv's product ecosystem, especially the Express platform architecture and core features
• Perform manual regression and functional testing on new and existing capabilities
• Learn Evolv's SQA toolchain, including automation frameworks, CI/CD workflows, and SDLC processes
• Become comfortable using Jira, TestRail, and internal reporting tools
• Assist in debugging test failures, documenting issues, and collaborating with engineering teams to understand root causes
• Take ownership of manual testing tasks across key functional areas of the Express and Expedite platforms
• Identify test cases that could benefit from automation and contribute to the automation backlog
• Suggest small improvements to test processes, documentation, or tooling
• Support release-readiness testing and help deliver clear quality updates for Express releases
• Develop subject-matter expertise in multiple functional areas of Express and Expedite
• Become a reliable resource for testing new features, validating fixes, and understanding system behavior
• Provide input during feature planning and design discussions from an SQA perspective
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of Evolv's testing practices, documentation, and quality processes
• Test Evolv systems across different configurations, tablets, sensors, and hardware variants
• Assist in validating new hardware components and embedded system behavior
• Help ensure proper integration across sensors, processors, and peripherals
• Execute regression, functional, and end-to-end system tests for Express and Expedite
• Evaluate product behavior across on-device software, hardware modules, and Portal connectivity
• Validate new features and enhancements for correctness, usability, and performance
• Work with automation engineers to identify high-value test cases for automation
• Contribute to writing or updating automated tests (Python experience is a plus)
• Learn how to run and interpret automated test results
• Assist in validating Wi-Fi and Ethernet communication between scanners, tablets, and Evolv's Portal
• Help analyze network issues such as packet loss, interference, or connectivity failures
• Use tools like Wireshark or iPerf to capture traces and inspect network behavior
• Help triage bugs and assist in identifying root causes
• Write clear, reproducible defect reports
• Communicate testing results and risks to engineering and product teams
• Support release-readiness testing and validation
• Help ensure releases meet quality gates and coverage expectations
• Collaborate with Release Engineering, DevOps, and Product teams
• Work closely with developers, hardware engineers, product managers, and automation engineers
• Provide early feedback during feature development
• Contribute to documentation and continuous improvement efforts

Skills

• Basic understanding of 802.11 Wi‑Fi standards and wireless system behavior
• Exposure to troubleshooting Wi‑Fi issues (roaming, RSSI, SNR, interference)
• Familiarity with networking fundamentals: DHCP, DNS, NAT, routing, security
• Experience with tools like Wireshark or iPerf is a plus
• Coursework or internship experience with hardware/software systems, microcontrollers, or embedded platforms
• Strong manual testing skills and attention to detail
• Exposure to automated testing or scripting (Python preferred)
• Familiarity with sensors, peripherals, or serial communication is helpful
• Experience with Jira, TestRail, Git/GitHub, or similar tools (coursework or internship experience acceptable)
• Understanding of CI/CD concepts and Agile methodologies
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience

Benefits

• Equity as part of your total compensation package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• A 401(k) plan (and 2% company match)
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)- take the time you need to recharge, with manager approval and business needs in mind
• Quarterly stipend for perks and benefits that matter most to you
• Tuition reimbursement to support your ongoing learning and development
• Subscription to Calm

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