QA Automation Manager

QA Automation Manager

Job Summary

As a QA Automation Manager at Redsail Technologies, you will lead a team of automation engineers across multiple product lines to drive quality through scalable automation solutions. You will oversee test automation strategy, framework architecture, team development, and integration into the CI/CD pipeline. In this leadership role, you will collaborate with QA, Development, Product, and DevOps to deliver high-quality, performant software. Your ability to balance technical leadership with people management will be critical to achieving organizational goals.

Key Duties

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of QA Automation Engineers.
• Define, refine, and implement the QA automation strategy and roadmap across products.
• Collaborate with DevOps to ensure automated test suites are fully integrated into CI/CD pipelines.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency, risk reduction, and automation across QA and SDLC processes.
• Set and track automation KPIs and report metrics to leadership to measure quality and release readiness.
• Drive alignment of automation efforts with the product and release roadmap.
• Partner with Engineering and Product teams to triage high-priority bugs, understand feature scope, and ensure test coverage.

Education/Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field—or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of experience in QA, test automation, or software engineering.

Required Work Experience/Skills

• Expertise with one or more test automation tools/frameworks (e.g., Playwright, WebdriverIO, Robot Framework).
• Strong programming skills in JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, or C#.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a passion for coaching and developing talent.
• Deep understanding of performance testing tools (e.g., K6, JMeter) and API testing practices.

Preferred Work Experience/Skills

• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum, CI/CD pipelines, Git, and cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
• Previous experience with pharmacy management systems or healthcare-related applications.
• Proven experience designing, implementing, and maintaining large-scale test automation frameworks.

 Discretionary Judgment

• Uses independent judgment and discretion based upon the employee’s experience in the position and knowledge of the products, equipment, and services
• Uses good judgement and possesses ethical work values

 Physical Demands, Working Conditions, and General Employment Guidelines

• Moderate or high levels of stress may be experienced in the performance of the job
• Position is performed in a general office environment, home office, or approved remote workspace where physical work includes, but is not limited to, sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting to 25 lbs.

Equipment

• Daily use of the Microsoft Teams (phone), computer, printer, and other routine office equipment
• Must have internet access

Safety to Self and Others

• Little responsibility for safety of others. Job is performed in an office setting where there are no hazardous materials or equipment

Working Conditions/Hazards

• Position is performed in an open office environment or approved remote work location

• The anticipated base salary range for this position is $95,000-$110,000 annually.
• This position is also eligible for an annual target bonus of 4-7%. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location.
• Benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with a 5% company match, a fitness bonus, professional development opportunities, and programs that support overall well-being.

 Work Location

• RedSail Office Hybrid