QA Engineering Manager

Quality and impact go hand in hand. Our mission is to create solutions that help people and organizations thrive. As a QA Engineering Manager, you are central to this mission. You will lead and grow a talented team of QA engineers, drive our testing strategy, and champion a culture of technical excellence. Your leadership will ensure our QA initiatives are perfectly aligned with business goals, enhancing efficiency and accelerating the delivery of high-quality software.

Our promise:

You choose how you'll work with us: remote-first or at our offices in Timpuri Noi Square (Bucharest) or Brasov.

We support your development through continuous learning programs, coaching, and mentorship.

We promise a feedback-driven culture that inspires healthy and transparent communication.

A friendly, professional, and supportive team is waiting for its new teammate.

A bunch of colleagues with common hobbies and interests (sailing, football, running marathons, tennis, music, etc.) are ready to welcome you.

You'll join a community driven by courage and creativity (we have our own beer and our own band that sings about us).

We designed benefits that give you the power to create a healthy balance in life, on and off work.

As a QA Engineering Manager, you will:

Directly manage, mentor, and grow a dedicated team of 15-20 QA Engineers, covering both manual and automation testing expertise.

Prioritize your team's development by focusing on their individual needs, motivations, and career aspirations through active coaching and continuous feedback.

Collaborate with QA leadership to shape and implement the department's strategic vision, ensuring alignment with company-wide objectives.

Identify, propose, and lead department-level initiatives aimed at improving processes, enhancing team health, and increasing the overall maturity of our QA practice.

Establish and promote high standards and best practices in quality assurance, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Conduct performance evaluations, set clear goals, and provide the necessary support for the professional growth of each team member.

Oversee resource allocation, ensuring team members are assigned to projects that match their skills and project needs, removing obstacles to ensure their success.

Work closely with Development, Product, and Project Management departments to ensure a seamless and efficient integration of QA processes within the entire delivery lifecycle.

What about you?

You have proven experience managing a QA team of individuals, with a clear focus on both manual and automation engineers.

7+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, with at least 5 years in a direct people management or leadership role.

A strong ability to see the bigger picture, align team objectives with business goals, and drive strategic initiatives from concept to completion.

You are a natural coach and mentor, passionate about helping people grow and reach their full potential.

A profound understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle and modern Quality Assurance processes and methodologies.

You possess outstanding communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.

You have a proactive mindset, with a strong focus on finding solutions and delivering results.

Nice to have:

Familiarity with managing budgets for tools, training, or other team resources.

Solid understanding of CI/CD concepts and DevOps best practices.

Experience providing technical consultancy and support to sales teams.

Basic scripting skills (e.g., JavaScript, PHP).

Technical studies in Automatics, Electronics, Mathematics and Computer Science (student or graduate).

Our process starts here. What should you expect?

A get-to-know discussion with a recruiter;

A short psychometric test;

A final discussion with the QA team leadership.

Our recruitment process is designed to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Department

Quality Assurance

Locations

Remote, from Romania