POSITION OVERVIEW

Nuve is seeking an experienced hands-on QA Team Lead to manage execution of a comprehensive 12-week validation program for our next-generation smart thermostat. The test plan already exists; this position coordinates the testing team, maintains evidence, resolves execution blockers, and reports product readiness to senior leadership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead daily execution of the established hardware, firmware, software, and HVAC validation plan. Coordinate assignments across electronics, software

QA, HVAC

technicians, and engineering. Maintain test schedules, device inventory, test coverage, and pass/fail records. Track defects from discovery through triage, resolution, and verified retest. Coordinate testing across hardware revisions, firmware builds, and contractor beta units. Escalate safety, reliability, and release-blocking findings promptly. Produce daily status summaries and weekly executive reports on test completion, defect severity, found/fixed/retested/open counts, risks, and timeline. Work with program management, Lucidtron, and Nuve Engineering on factory fixes and regression testing. Support formal product readiness reviews and release recommendations; perform hands-on testing as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of QA, product validation, or technical testing experience. Experience leading testing activities or coordinating technical QA teams. Familiarity with embedded hardware, firmware, IoT, or connected-device products. Experience executing structured test plans, regression suites, and defect tracking. Proficiency with Jira, spreadsheets, and clear executive reporting. Ability to communicate across engineers, technicians, and nontechnical leadership.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Hardware design verification testing (DVT) and new product introduction (NPI). Manufacturing QA, pre-production validation, and reliability testing. Linux-based embedded devices, Wi-Fi, OTA updates, mobile/cloud integration. HVAC controls, contractor beta programs, and field validation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This on-site role coordinates three hands-on technical contractors and works closely with Nuve program management and engineering, reporting progress to senior leadership. Extension or permanent conversion may be considered based on business needs and performance.

Pay:

$40.00 - $55.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person