Mid-level QA Engineer responsible for designing and maintaining test cases and regression suites across drone hardware and software. Lead release testing for flight control, video latency, and UI changes; write and run automated tests with Postman or browser tools; investigate and document complex bugs; coordinate hardware-software integration testing with engineering and FlightOps; expand automated coverage and proactively find edge cases.
Location: Onsite
Paladin is revolutionizing public safety with autonomous drone technology. Our mission? To be on the frontline of emergencies within 90 seconds. When someone dials 911, our drones take flight, providing first responders with a real-time overhead view of the situation, amplifying their situational awareness and hastening response times. Leveraging LTE for unlimited range and control, our drones currently answer the call of duty over 1000 times weekly across multiple cities and states.
Our vision is ambitious: within the next decade, our technology will be an essential tool for first responders in every city worldwide. As a tight-knit, passionate, and forward-thinking team, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of UAV tech and making a monumental difference in a rapidly advancing domain.
Role SummaryWe’re looking for a Mid-Level QA Engineer to elevate quality standards across our drone hardware and software systems. You will own critical QA areas from writing detailed test cases and regression suites to expanding automated test coverage helping ensure our products deliver reliable, life-saving performance.
What You’ll Do- Design, write, and maintain detailed test cases for our software and hardware stack
- Lead testing efforts for releases involving flight control logic, video latency, or UI changes
- Write and execute automated tests using Postman or browser-based tools (e.g., Playwright)
- Help maintain a growing library of regression tests covering hardware and backend APIs
- Investigate and document complex bugs with logs, reproduction steps, and root cause analysis
- Coordinate closely with engineering and FlightOps teams for hardware-software integration testing
- Proactively discover new edge cases to strengthen and solidify our platform
- 2–4 years of experience in software QA or a related technical field
- Strong understanding of QA fundamentals, including test design, defect tracking, and regression testing
- Hands-on experience with Postman, browser DevTools, and basic scripting or automation frameworks
- Excellent communication skills and a strong advocate for product quality
- Familiarity with drones, live video streaming, or hardware/software integration is a plus
- Bonus: Experience writing automated tests in Playwright, Cypress, or similar frameworks
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and equity packages
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Unlimited PTO and paid holidays
- Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven, innovative company
- A collaborative and fast-paced work environment
Paladin Drones is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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