Director - SQA (Platform, Compute and Device Drivers )

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more atwww.silabs.com.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated SQA (Software Quality Assurance) Director to lead the quality strategy, planning, and execution for our platform, compute, and device driver software components. This role will be responsible for ensuring that our foundational software layers meet the highest standards of reliability, performance, and security across multiple product lines.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems, operating systems, and driver-level software, combined with proven leadership in managing QA teams and processes.

The candidate should be 2nd level people manager. Who have experience in working with managers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Strategy
  • Lead and mentor a team of SQA engineers focused on platform, compute, and device driver validation.
  • Define and implement quality assurance strategies, processes, and metrics to ensure robust and scalable software releases.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (development, product management, hardware engineering, and customer support) to align QA priorities with product goals.
• Quality Planning & Execution
  • Develop comprehensive test plans, test cases, and automation frameworks for platform and driver-level software.
  • Ensure coverage for functional, performance, stress, compatibility, and security testing.
  • Drive continuous improvement in test methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Technical Oversight
  • Provide technical guidance on embedded OS, compute frameworks, and device driver architecture to the QA team.
  • Oversee integration testing across multiple hardware platforms and operating environments.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal quality benchmarks.
• Process & Reporting
  • Establish and track KPIs for software quality, defect density, and release readiness.
  • Report quality status, risks, and mitigation plans to senior management.
  • Champion automation and CI/CD integration for QA workflows.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 18+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 8 years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, operating systems (RTOS, Linux), and device driver development.
• Experience with test automation frameworks, scripting languages (Python, Shell), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software in complex, multi-platform environments.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

• Experience in IoT platforms, wireless protocols, and security testing.
• Familiarity with hardware bring-up and board support packages (BSP).
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and certification processes.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Benefits & Perks

Not only will you be joining a highly skilled and tight-knit team where every engineer makes a significant impact on the product; we also strive for good work/life balance and to make our environment welcoming and fun.

• Equity Rewards (RSUs)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Insurance plans with Outpatient cover
• National Pension Scheme (NPS)
• Flexible work policy
• Childcare support.

Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.