Senior Manager, QE Automation Architecture (Hybrid)

About the position Senior Manager, QE Automation Architecture is responsible for the QE Automation systems, processes, environments, reporting, and testing efficiency. This role manages a dedicated team of seasoned Professional Automation Engineers who work as a team to support the line of business application automated testing processes by team members. The role provides leadership, training, and models for best-in-class automated testing, as well as staying informed on new developments in the field. This is a hybrid role in our Newton office 3x a week onsite. Responsibilities • Provide strategy and policy for QE Automation implementation • Develop new processes and operational plans for department • Solve complex problems to support continuous operation of the QE Automation environment and tools • Be the source for cross-department communication on results and QE Automation coverage • Build team by hiring, retaining, growing and developing Automation Engineers • Be a leader in evaluating current and future tools to enhance productivity • Design, build, and maintain QE Automation processes, product, methodology, and reports • Create guidelines and ensure compliance for standardized automated test case generation • Conduct technical assessments on new tools, practices, and methodologies to continuously improve testing value and efficiency • Budgeting, reporting and forecasting to leadership Requirements • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent, 5 years of experience would be considered in lieu of degree • 7 years or more experience as a Software Automation Architect for web-based and/or mobile applications Nice-to-haves • Master's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent • 5 years or more experience as a Software Automation team manager • Proven experience building out software multiple automation frameworks and teams • Strong understanding of software automation tools, methodologies, software engineering, and design patterns • Solid understanding and practices using source control tools • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Thrive on successful problem-solving situations • Experience with working in multiple programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, etc. • Proficiency with SQL databases • Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities • Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group including executives, managers, and subject matter experts Apply tot his job

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