Lab Infra Engineer

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. 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. • Work with third-party vendor team and internal stakeholders for any HW equipment and accessories. ________________________________________ Required Qualifications • 8 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: o Electrical/Electronics Engineering o 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 Top Skills: • 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.