Firmware QA Manager (Player-Coach Role)

Cricut makes smart cutting machines that work with an easy-to-use app, an ever-growing collection of materials, and crafting essentials to help you design and personalize almost anything — custom cards, unique apparel, everyday items, and so much more.

We believe everyone is born creative. We're a diverse tapestry of thinkers, dreamers, givers, DIYers, handi-workers, artisans, and forever and always architects of things.

At Cricut, we place the power of handmade into the hands of all. We give you beautiful, easy-to-master tools so you can make something unique, remarkable, perfect. We surround you with ideas, community, inspiration, and encouragement to take your creativity further than you ever imagined. And as a community, we celebrate the exhilarating act of making every single day.

Cricut is seeking an experienced Firmware QA Manager to lead our firmware quality assurance function while also contributing directly to testing and validation efforts. In this player-coach role, you will both manage and mentor a growing QA team and work hands-on with test planning, execution, and automation to ensure the highest standards of quality for Cricut's firmware and hardware product releases.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and mentor a team of QA engineers, providing guidance, feedback, and career development.
• Define and drive QA strategy, processes, and best practices across firmware and hardware testing.
• Allocate resources, set priorities, and ensure timely execution of test plans to support product launches.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (engineering, product, manufacturing, design) to align QA goals with business objectives.
• Communicate project status, risks, and recommendations to executives and stakeholders with clarity.

Hands-On QA Contribution

Qualifications

Preferred

Cricut is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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