Senior QA Automation Engineer

Company OverviewAt Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.Department OverviewAvigilon Alta (Formerly Openpath), a Motorola Solutions Company, is a leader within the access control industry. Our cloud-based architecture makes businesses more secure with multi-factor authentication and a contactless entry experience. We are looking for a forward-thinking QA Automation Engineer who thrives at the intersection of hardware, software, and Artificial Intelligence.Job DescriptionAs a Senior QA Automation Engineer, you will be a primary driver of our "Automation First" strategy. This role is weighted heavily toward technical development (70% Automation / 30% Manual), focusing on building robust, scalable frameworks for our web and mobile ecosystems. You will leverage modern tools like Playwright, WebDriverIO, and Appium 2.0 while actively integrating Generative AI tools to optimize our testing lifecycle.ResponsibilitiesAutomation Framework Development (70%):Design and maintain end-to-end automation suites for web applications using Playwright and TypeScript.Architect mobile automation for iOS and Android using WebDriverIO + Appium 2.0.Develop and scale automation for managing large-scale device fleets, focusing on firmware stability and edge-to-cloud connectivity.Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to ensure rapid, high-quality deployments.AI Implementation & Strategy:Implement AI-driven testing tools (e.g.,Claude Code, Cursor, Gemini) to enhance script maintenance, generate synthetic test data, and enable self-healing test suites.Utilize Large Language Models (LLMs) to accelerate test case generation and automate the transformation of manual test steps into TypeScript code.Explore AI for visual regression testing to ensure UI consistency across various mobile screen sizes and web browsers.Manual & Exploratory Testing (30%):Conduct high-impact manual testing for complex new features, including smoke, sanity, and user-centric acceptance testing.Perform rigorous exploratory testing on physical hardware integrations and mobile-specific hardware triggers (NFC, BLE).Defect Management: Lead the bug life cycle by providing deep-dive technical analysis, logs, and reproducible steps for engineering teams.Performance Monitoring: Determine and define performance and load testing requirements based on product requirements.QualificationsExperience: 5+ years of professional experience in software quality assurance, with a proven transition into deep automation engineering.Technical Core:Expertise in TypeScript: Deep proficiency in writing clean, reusable, and modular code for automation.Modern Web Testing: Advanced experience with Playwright.Mobile Excellence: Extensive experience with Appium 2.0 and WebDriverIO (specifically for native and hybrid mobile apps).Platform Tools: Hands-on experience with Xcode and Android Studio/ADB for debugging and profiling.AI & Innovation:Practical experience using AI tools for code generation, test optimization, or automated bug reporting.Familiarity with leveraging AI for predictive analytics (e.g., identifying high-risk areas of the codebase for targeted testing).IoT/Hardware: Experience testing hardware-integrated systems, firmware updates, or IoT device orchestration.Soft SkillsAdaptability: Ability to pivot quickly in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.Analytical Mindset: A data-driven approach to quality, utilizing metrics to improve the automation footprint.Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to bridge the gap between Hardware, Firmware, and Cloud Engineering teams.Nice to HaveExperience with BrowserStack or similar cloud-based device farms.Knowledge of video streaming protocols (HLS, WebRTC) for security camera integrations.Experience with performance and load testing tools (e.g., k6, JMeter).Target Base Salary Range: $110,000 - 140,000Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.#LI-AA2#LI-HYBRIDBasic RequirementsBachelor’s degree5+ years of experience in QA/TestTravel RequirementsNoneRelocation ProvidedNonePosition TypeExperiencedReferral Payment PlanYesOur U.S. Benefits include:Incentive Bonus PlansMedical, Dental, Vision benefits401K with Company Match10 Paid HolidaysGenerous Paid Time Off PackagesEmployee Stock Purchase PlanPaid Parental & Family Leaveand more!EEO StatementMotorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.SummaryLocation: Culver City, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Los Angeles, CAType: Full time