Lead Software QA Automation Engineer

Are you a seasoned Software QA leader with a passion for building high-performing teams and driving excellence in software quality? Do you possess a wealth of experience in shaping QA strategies, mastering test automation, and nurturing talent? If so, we invite you to apply for the role of Lead Software QA Automation Engineer at Arcanys

This is a unique opportunity for an individual with 15-20 years of dedicated Software QA experience to lead our Quality Assurance department, shaping its future and ensuring the delivery of flawless products. As a Lead Software QA Automation Engineer, you will be instrumental in fostering a culture of quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

In this role, you’ll get to:

Department Leadership and Development:

• Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of QA professionals, fostering an environment of growth and collaboration.

• Provide mentorship and development opportunities to team members, designing and implementing effective training paths to enhance their skills and career progression.

• Conduct regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and supporting individual development plans.

• Champion a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the QA team

Test Automation Mastery & Strategy:

• Leverage your deep expertise in test automation to define and implement robust automation strategies and frameworks.

• Drive the adoption of cutting-edge automation tools and best practices to enhance efficiency and test coverage.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Act as the primary point of contact for all QA-related matters, effectively communicating with cross-functional teams, including Development, Product Management, and Senior Leadership.

• Collaborate closely with development teams to integrate QA processes seamlessly into the software development lifecycle.

Process Management and Continuous Improvement:

• Establish, monitor, and refine QA processes and methodologies to ensure optimal efficiency and effectiveness.

• Identify areas for improvement within the QA function and implement data-driven solutions.

• Assist with the fine-tuning and implementation of QA audits within various client teams.

Ad Hoc Tasks:

• Undertake and manage ad hoc projects and responsibilities as required by the evolving needs of the department and the company.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• 15-20 years of progressive experience in Quality Assurance, with a significant portion in a leadership/management capacity.

• Demonstrable mastery of test automation principles, frameworks such as Playwright and Cypress, testing tools, and experience in architecting and scaling automation solutions.

• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive training and development programs for QA professionals at various skill levels.

• Extensive experience in leading, mentoring, and growing QA teams, fostering a positive and high-performance culture.

• Deep understanding of various testing methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid), types (Functional, Non-Functional, Performance, Security, Usability), and levels (Unit, Integration, System, UAT).

• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.

Why work with us?

Arcanys is a privately owned 300+ people company, with 10-20% annual growth and the growing pains that come along with it. The company is at a stage where it needs a high level management executive that has worked in 500+ people company(es) to bring some best practices for the next few years ahead.

While looking like just another technology outsourcing firm, Arcanys is at the forefront of the industry, both helping startups and mid-sized companies to scale their development team to large teams, and also making meaningful financial investments in technology startups with its Arcanys Ventures arm.
All of this wrapped into a great care for employees welfare, GreatPlaceToWork certified, Glassdoor ratings of 4.8/5, Clutch Ratings of 5/5.

The Perks:

We like to make sure the talent is well taken care of, and here are just some of the benefits you will enjoy:

• Top compensation based on expertise – we are only looking for top talent and pay accordingly.

• Long-term work from home - we let you work from the comfort of your home

• Standard 5-day work week from Monday to Friday.

• Flexible working schedule. You can choose your working hours (within reason).

• Flat management style and open-door policy - no micromanagement and your voice are being heard!

• Work with the latest technologies - you can hone your skills and work with Australian and European clients.

• Free consultations with Arcanys registered nutritionist-dietitians.

• Free access to Mental Health Therapists (online)