Upkeep is hiring a
Manager, Deployment and QA in Worldwide

Summary

The job is for a Manager, Deployment and QA at UpKeep, a Series B tech startup that provides cloud-based Asset Operations Management software. The position requires leadership in defining quality assurance practices, driving automation, and managing a team of Quality Assurance Engineers to deliver high-quality innovative products.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Computer Science or closely related degree or equivalent practical experience
• 6+ years experience managing a team strongly preferred
• Experienced at organizing agile software teams to deliver high-quality software
• Demonstrated coding and design proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as JavaScript, Java, Python
• Experience working with common automation testing frameworks such as Cypress, Selenium
• Experience testing in multiple platforms including iOS, Android, Web and Services
• Experience with cloud services (e.g. AWS)
• Experience with common CI/CD tools and design patterns
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with Performance and Load testing tools

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization’s effort in defining and implementing cutting-edge quality assurance practices and policies
• Steer the QA function towards modern, automated, and efficient processes that support agile and continuous delivery models
• Drive designs of automation software for testing against multiple platforms including mobile, web, and APIs
• Design/Architect, develop, and improve CI/CD operations and systems
• Develop and manage continuous testing and deployment strategies in an agile framework
• Establish a clear vision for the QA department, aligning with the company's broader strategic goals
• Lead, motivate, and inspire teams of QA Engineers to ensure the delivery of high-quality innovative products
• Recruit, retain, and develop engineers who build great working relationships
• Manage and coach direct reports through challenges and personal career growth
• Ensure the team’s success by removing roadblocks, addressing conflicts, and operating as its champion
• Assist the Engineering Leadership team on cross-team initiatives such as process improvement, software quality, etc
• Partner with the Design and Product teams to ensure the delivery of high quality software
• Track, produce, analyze, and action upon key metrics & milestones to ensure quality products are delivered on time

Preferred Qualifications

Comfortable working and leading a team remotely