Blackpoint Cyber is hiring a
QA Manager

Summary

The job is for a Technical Quality Manager at Blackpoint Cyber, a fast-growing cybersecurity company. The role involves leading the quality assurance efforts of the Solution Testing Team, designing and implementing automated test frameworks, and improving testing processes. The candidate should have 10+ years of software development experience with people management experience, strong hands-on experience with automation tools, proficiency in using version control systems, and a passion for quality.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in software development, with 1+ years of people management experience
• Strong hands-on experience with automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Playwright, JUnit, TestNG, or others), scripting languages (Typescript, Python, etc.), and cloud testing tools
• Experience in testing cybersecurity solutions such as endpoint detection, threat detection, or SOC solutions
• Proven experience in developing and executing automated tests for complex systems, ideally in the cybersecurity space
• Proven track record of leading QA teams, mentoring junior engineers, and fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement
• Strong understanding of integrating testing into continuous integration pipelines, with tools like Github Actions, ArgosCD, or Jenkins
• Ability to quickly diagnose issues, propose solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement fixes
• Experience in cloud-based environments (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Proficiency in using version control systems such as Git
• Experience in test-driven development (TDD) and behavior-driven development (BDD)
• A passion for quality and a ‘Get Stuff Done’ attitude, balanced with a sense of responsibility to customers and the team
• B.S. or M.S. Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of solution testers, setting direction, mentoring, and ensuring high-quality standards are met across all cybersecurity product offerings
• Deeply involved in designing and implementing automated test frameworks, ensuring scalable and repeatable tests for complex cybersecurity products
• Establish and execute comprehensive testing strategies, including automated testing approaches to ensure the robustness of endpoint and cloud-based security solutions
• Work closely with developers, product managers, and DevOps to integrate testing early in the software development lifecycle
• Lead efforts in integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to enable rapid and reliable release cycles
• Track and report defects, work with engineering teams for resolution, and validate fixes to ensure product stability and quality
• Continuously improve testing processes, introduce new tools, and ensure best practices are implemented across the team
• Provide clear, data-driven reports on product quality, risks, and testing progress to stakeholders, including upper management

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance)
• Robust 401k plan
• Discretionary Time Off