[Remote] Senior QA Engineer at Flock Safety

United States

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$140,000 – $213,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Public Safety, Security TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
5+ years of experience developing end-to-end testing frameworks for products with complex, multi-layer technology stacks
Strong proficiency in scripting test automation (e.g. with Python)
Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, etc.)
Working knowledge of containerization and cloud environments (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS)
Experience with modern service communication frameworks (gRPC, Protobuf, REST/HTTP APIs, or comparable systems)
Comfortable operating in Linux-based development environment
Ideal Candidate
Proficiency with C, C++, Java, and/or Kotlin
Experience with Android hardware testing (AOSP CTS/VTS)
Experience with real-time communication technologies (WebRTC, SIP/RTP, low-latency streaming, or similar peer-to-peer protocols)
Familiarity with observability and analytics platforms (Grafana, Sigma) and SQL databases (PostgreSQL)
Test automation experience for robotic or mission-critical systems

Responsibilities

Learn the product goals and overall system architecture for the aviation hardware platform (First 30 Days)
Acquire and set up the necessary hardware and software tools to work within the development ecosystem (First 30 Days)
Become familiar with the CI/CD pipeline used for the embedded software stack (First 30 Days)
Participate in the bring-up and validation of the control system using a local development kit (First 30 Days)
Demonstrate simulated control of the hardware system across different layers of the technical stack (First 60 Days)
Review the API interactions between the existing software platform and the microcontroller unit (MCU) (First 60 Days)
Document test cases required for a new test framework, including key signal injection points (First 60 Days)
Deepen understanding of the broader organization and overall product portfolio (First 60 Days)
Support the automated testing and validation of the next-generation hardware solution with CI/CD integration (90 Days & Beyond)
Build and maintain a comprehensive suite of automated tests as part of the continuous integration and validation process (90 Days & Beyond)
Develop a support and deployment plan for rolling out next-generation hardware to customers (90 Days & Beyond)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PythonCI/CDGitHub ActionsJenkinsDockerKubernetesAWSgRPCProtobufREST/HTTP APIsLinuxCC++JavaKotlinAndroid testingAOSP CTS/VTSWebRTCSIP/RTP

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Senior QA Engineer position?

The salary range is $140K - $213K.

Is this Senior QA Engineer role remote?

Yes, the position is fully remote.

What are the key required skills for this Senior QA Engineer role?

Key requirements include 5+ years developing end-to-end testing frameworks for complex stacks, strong proficiency in scripting test automation with Python, hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines like GitHub Actions or Jenkins, working knowledge of containerization and cloud environments such as Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS, and experience with service communication frameworks like gRPC or REST APIs.

What is the company culture like at Flock Safety?

Flock Safety has a high-performance, low-ego team driven by urgency, collaboration, and bold thinking, where employees tackle big challenges, move fast, continuously improve, and value teamwork, ownership, and solving tough problems.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior QA Engineer role?

Strong candidates have the core required skillset even if they don't meet every ideal qualification, a degree in a relevant engineering or computer science field, and enthusiasm for the role—Flock encourages applications from women and minorities who may not tick every box.

Flock Safety

License plate reader cameras for crime prevention

About Flock Safety

Flock Safety provides a system aimed at enhancing public safety through crime prevention while ensuring privacy and reducing bias. The main product is a network of license plate reader cameras that capture essential vehicle information, which helps in solving crimes. These cameras utilize machine learning technology to ensure that the data collected is objective and ethically used. Flock Safety serves a variety of clients, including neighborhoods, businesses, and law enforcement agencies in over 1,000 cities. The company operates on a subscription model, where clients pay for the installation, maintenance, and access to data and analytics. This approach not only generates a steady revenue stream but also allows clients to benefit from ongoing updates and support. Flock Safety's goal is to create safer communities by providing effective crime prevention tools that respect individual privacy and foster trust between the public and law enforcement.

Atlanta, GeorgiaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$372.2MTotal Funding

SERIES_ECompany Stage

Government & Public Sector, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

12 paid holidays

Fully-paid health benefits

16 weeks of parental leave

Work from home allowance

Learning & development stipend

Home office stipend

Risks

Privacy concerns may lead to legal challenges affecting ALPR technology operations.

Integration of drone technology may increase operational costs and financial strain.

Economic downturns could reduce client spending on subscription-based services.

Differentiation

Flock Safety integrates ALPR cameras with AI for unbiased crime-solving data.

The company offers a full-service, maintenance-free technology solution for public safety.

Flock Safety's platform combines community power to enhance safety across cities and businesses.

Upsides

Acquisition of Aerodome enhances drone technology for public safety solutions.

Partnership with MS2 expands AI Traffic Analytics capabilities for state agencies.

Solar-Powered Condor video solutions increase market penetration in infrastructure-lacking areas.

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