QA Lead - Robotics-Based Test Automation

Job Title: QA Lead - Robotics-Based Test Automation
Location: Lake Forest, CA (Onsite- 5 days a week onsite)
Client: Alcon
IRC: IRC299219
 

Job Description:

BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Software and System level "Verification and Validation" expertise & hands-on experience in design & development of quality end-to-end workflows for regression and reusability.
3+ years of experience working as an onsite-offsite coordinator; 5+ years of hands-on automation software testing experience preferably with complex medical devices.
Working knowledge and hands-on experience with the Ranorex Automation Tool and developing testing scripts using C#.
Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming concepts.
Understanding of SDLC, specifically automated QA processes in hybrid (+iterative waterfall) or agile development environments.
Working knowledge of version control using Visual Studio or another Git Client is mandatory.
Working knowledge of designing and maintaining pipelines under Azure CI/CD is needed.
Ability to coordinate testing activities that combine traditional software/system verification with physical, robot-executed test scenarios.
Hands-on experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g. GitHub Copilot, Claude) for test script generation and test design acceleration.
 

Strongly preferred:

Ability to work in a regulated environment in compliance with IEC 62304, ISO 13485 and 21 CFR 820.
Familiarity with software design patterns and automation framework & architecture.
Experience with networking tools for troubleshooting issues related to data transfer and performance across a network.
Exposure to robotics-based or physical test automation, humanoid/robotic arm systems, or HW-in-the-loop testing is a plus.
Proven track record of applying AI-assisted coding/testing tools on a live project, with measurable impact on test development speed or coverage.
May be assigned other duties or special projects as necessary.
 

Job Responsibilities:

Capable and competent in following the directions and guidelines from the Automation Architect.
Managing and supervising the offshore testing team and software verification activities by supporting pre-verification and leading formal verification testing for complex medical devices.
Orchestrating automation code implementation and execution between offshore resources to manage testing activities across multiple test systems, including robot-executed test scenarios.
Working closely with the Automation Architect, Robotics Engineer, Manual Lead, Test Engineers and Development teams to effectively understand automation, robotics, and manual requirements and carry out day-to-day project automation activities.
Overseeing both traditional software QA workflows and robot-based physical test execution as a unified verification strategy.
Driving adoption of AI-assisted testing practices across the QA team to improve test development speed and coverage.
Being a proactive team player — flexible and adaptable to changing daily activities and schedules, adept at working under tight deadlines and juggling multiple project activities simultaneously.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships.