Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you a highly skilled and experienced test automation engineer ready to take on a leadership role? We are looking for a Manager I, Quality Engineering to lead a talented team of engineers, providing both technical guidance and managerial oversight.

7EDGE is a Digital Product Engineering Company based in Bengaluru, India. Our core expertise lies in crafting modern applications with cloud-native services, specializing in microservices and serverless architecture tailored to the requirements of enterprises and startups alike. We deliver unparalleled solutions to industries and companies across the globe. As the company is expanding rapidly, we are looking to grow our Quality Engineering team by hiring talented individuals who are eager to learn and contribute to our success.

In this role, you will lead manage, and mentor a team of SDETs. You'll leverage your technical expertise and problem-solving skills to:

• Lead a team of SDETs, driving the automation testing strategy and ensuring high-quality software releases.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance while managing team performance and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Oversee the development and execution of test automation frameworks, ensuring they align with both technical and business goals.
• Coach and mentor team members, fostering their professional growth and development, and guiding them through technical challenges.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to combine technical expertise with leadership, ensuring excellence in software quality while mentoring your team to success. If you're ready to lead and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide hands-on guidance in designing and developing automated testing frameworks.
• Lead a team of SDETs, ensuring their growth, performance, and development.
• Oversee testing efforts, ensuring projects are delivered on time and meet quality standards.
• Define and implement test automation strategies and ensure they are aligned with the overall development goals.
• Work closely with engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of automated tests within CI/CD pipelines.
• Mentor junior team members and encourage best practices in test automation and software testing.
• Continuously improve test processes, identifying areas for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
• Regularly communicate test strategies, project updates, and results to stakeholders.
• Ensure test environments are stable and meet the requirements for automated and manual testing.
• Monitor team performance and project outcomes, addressing challenges and ensuring quality goals are met.

REPORTING LINE

• You will be reporting to Manager II, Engineering Management.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven leadership experience in a technical or management capacity.
• Strong experience in test automation tools like Selenium, Appium, or JUnit.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript.
• Proven ability to manage teams, drive performance, and mentor junior engineers.
• Experience managing multiple testing projects simultaneously.
• Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Hands-on experience with cloud services (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Familiarity with tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner.
• Strong verbal and written communication to effectively engage stakeholders.
• Analytical skills to address complex testing and automation challenges.

PREFERRED SKILLSET

• AWS Cloud Practitioner certification.
• Proficiency in tools such as Selenium, Appium, JUnit, and other automation frameworks.
• Experience in web and mobile application test automation.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and scalable test scripts.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Capability to seamlessly integrate test automation into CI/CD processes.
• Deep understanding of testing strategies for modern application architectures, including microservices and serverless designs.
• Experience in leading and managing a team of SDETs, including performance monitoring and fostering professional growth.
• Strong ability to mentor junior engineers in best practices.
• Proficiency in managing multiple testing projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Ability to identify areas for efficiency improvement and implement innovative testing solutions.

PERKS/BENEFITS

• Personalized learning opportunities to enhance your career.
• Competitive salary structure aligned with industry standards.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies and work with international clients.
• Benefit from comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Thrive in a collaborative and innovative work environment where your ideas are valued.
• Regular team-building events, company outings, and engaging workplace activities to foster connections and celebrate achievements throughout the year.
• Culture of appreciation through our Peer and Spot Recognition programs to acknowledge your contributions.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Fixed shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to relocate to Mangalore?

Work Location: In person