Lead, mentor, and scale the QA team, instilling best practices in manual and automated testing
Architect and evolve QA strategy across functional, regression, integration, performance, and security testing
Drive test automation initiatives using modern frameworks and languages—leveraging your background in software development
Collaborate with Engineering, Product, and DevOps to build quality into each phase of the SDLC
Build and maintain a test infrastructure integrated with CI/CD pipelines for fast, reliable feedback loops
Define and track quality metrics, assess risk, and clearly communicate test outcomes and quality status to stakeholders
Promote shift-left testing, test-driven development (TDD), and behavior-driven development (BDD) practices
Actively contribute to improving code quality and design through participation in reviews and architectural discussions
Requirements
4+ years of professional experience as a Developer, QA, or DevOps Engineer, with a deep technical foundation
2+ years of experience leading or managing QA teams, including experience with hiring and team growth
Strong programming skills and experience contributing code to production systems in one or more modern languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Java, C#, etc.)
Hands-on experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Postman) and CI/CD systems
Thorough understanding of software testing methodologies, quality metrics, and test planning techniques
Excellent analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex quality concepts to business and engineering teams
Proven ability to advocate for quality while balancing business priorities and release schedules.
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible, remote work
Fun, fast-paced work environment
Dynamic start-up culture
Ability to make an immediate impact in a growth stage company
Convenient downtown Chicago office located in the heart of the city
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
test automationmanual testingautomated testingsoftware developmentprogrammingtest-driven developmentbehavior-driven developmentquality metricsdebuggingproblem-solving
Soft skills
leadershipmentoringcommunicationanalytical skillscollaborationadvocacy for qualityrisk assessmentstakeholder communicationteam growthorganizational skills