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 escalate 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.
Required Qualifications
- 3–6 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
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