Senior Manager, Test Engineering

Summary

Join Glassdoor's QA Engineering team as a Sr. Manager, Test Engineering. Lead multiple teams of test engineers (7-8 direct reports), building and optimizing test automation solutions. Define and monitor quality goals, providing metrics to stakeholders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align testing strategies with project goals. Champion continuous improvement and foster a culture of quality. Define long-term quality strategies to scale testing operations. This role requires a strategic leader with extensive technical, architectural, and cross-functional expertise.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Test Engineering and quality assurance for web, mobile and backend in complex, high-traffic, enterprise environments
• 5+ years of experience in test engineering management, leading cross-functional and cross-disciplinary teams, including mentoring managers and fostering career growth
• Proven success in developing and executing an org-level test engineering strategy, vision, and roadmap covering circuit, component, sub-assembly, and final product testing
• Expertise in building and refining system architecture for measurement and test systems and defining trade-offs across competing requirements (e.g., cost, schedule, and technical necessity)
• Proficiency in automated test tools and frameworks; skilled in scaling CI/CD pipelines with tools such as Selenium, Appium JUnit, and TestNG for robust, maintainable automation
• Programming expertise in Java, with hands-on experience in automated API testing, RESTful and GraphQL APIs, and object-oriented design
• Experience with mobile test automation frameworks (e.g., Appium, Espresso, XCUITest) and a strong background in performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner)
• Skilled in test implementation scheduling, evaluating deadlines, and aligning test plans with product release schedules to optimize time-to-market
• Ability to motivate and coordinate across engineering, product, and business functions to meet ambitious goals around cost, quality, and schedule
• Proficiency with data analysis dashboards and reporting for real-time insights into test metrics, enabling data-driven decisions for engineering and operations
• Advanced knowledge of Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and continuous testing, fostering a high-velocity testing culture that supports rapid release cycles
• Strong collaboration skills to validate end-to-end system architecture and improve cross-functional processes, test procedures, and test architecture design
• Experienced in mentorship, evaluations, conflict resolution, and recognition to cultivate a highly motivated, engaged team
• Ability to leverage third-party suppliers, consultants, and partners to maximize efficiency and team performance
• Familiarity with Linux, SQL, bash scripting, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, and other cloud technologies, along with a deep understanding of infrastructure as code and version control
• Demonstrated commitment to an inclusive culture, advocating for diversity and fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple teams of skilled test engineers, managing 7–8 direct reports, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth
• Drive the evolution of scalable and modern test automation frameworks by adopting cutting-edge tools, streamlining processes, and future-proofing testing strategies
• Establish and monitor measurable quality goals, provide actionable metrics to cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver progress updates to senior leadership
• Oversee and refine the architecture of measurement and test systems, addressing design trade-offs, improving processes, and driving efficiency
• Partner closely with engineering, product, and business teams to align testing strategies with project goals, timelines, and customer needs
• Identify testing gaps, implement innovative automation methodologies, and enhance frameworks to improve test coverage, reduce time-to-market, and maintain high quality
• Set a high bar for quality by leading through example, fostering team resilience, and promoting a culture of accountability and excellence
• Define long-term quality strategies to scale testing operations effectively, ensuring the organization stays ahead of industry trends

Benefits

• Base Salary Range*: $ 112,300 - $149200
• Annual Bonus Target**: 15%
• Generous Restricted Stock Units (RSU)
• 100% employer-paid premiums for employee medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability, select well-being programs, along with 80% employer-paid premiums for all dependents
• Generous paid time off programs for birthing and non-birthing parents are provided, along with paid injury/illness leave and paid family emergency leave
• Open Paid Time Off policy, in addition to 15-20 paid company holidays/year
• 401(k) plan with a company match up to $5,000 per year, subsidized fertility and family planning services, and discounted legal assistance services
• Flexible hours and a where-to-work policy
• Remote-first company; employees can live anywhere Glassdoor is a registered company
• Work Away for up to a total of 30 (thirty) working days in a calendar year without permanent relocation and compensation change (20 days for employees on visas)