The Role:
We are looking for a self-driven QA Automation Manager to set the vision, and strategy, and manage the delivery of outcomes for our test automation technologies. You will lead and collaborate with QA and software engineers by defining the test automation strategy and co-collaborating on technical strategies to achieve company goals. You will manage a group of QA folks, providing guidance, coaching, and mentoring.
The ideal candidate:
- Experienced technical leader with a track record of designing innovative test automation solutions, launching software quickly with high quality, measuring results, and achieving business outcomes
- Experienced manager of high-performing QA teams and a desire to mentor, guide, and coach
- An effective communicator and collaborator including with engineering, product, Design/UX, analytics, operational departments, and external partners where necessary
- Able to thrive in uncertainty and comfortable with a high degree of ownership and bias for action; you’re a driver rather than a passenger
- Takes charge and steers the ship by defining your vision, not simply executing previously set priorities
Success in this role means:
- Setting the mission, vision, and strategy for your initiatives, and collaborating cross-functionally to align stakeholders
- Immersing yourself in the Fetch needs and becoming an expert in your subject area
- Using a combination of QA instincts and data to drive decisions and results
- Collaborating with engineering and QA leaders on strategies to drive the breadth, depth, and accuracy of our test automation solutions
- Collaborating with QA and software engineering leaders to define, execute, and launch innovative test automation enhancements
- Consistently demonstrating clear improvements to our test automation metrics
- Driving initiatives to elevate the abilities of our QA team, and the overall company
- Attracting and retaining top talent to grow your team
- Getting into the details to ensure we build a world-class product that our consumers and partners love and cannot live without
- No excuses; take ownership and responsibility for outcomes, and be ready to take action to remediate issues and solve tough problems in a fast-paced environment
Compensation:
At Fetch, we offer competitive compensation packages to the exceptional folks we hire. The base salary for this position is $135,000 - $185,000. We also offer all employees equity in Fetch, so that everyone can benefit from Fetch’s growth.
At Fetch, we'll give you the tools to feel healthy, happy and secure through:
- Equity for everyone
- 401k Match: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%.
- Benefits for humans and pets: We offer comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for everyone including your pets.
- Continuing Education: Fetch provides ten thousand per year in education reimbursement.
- Employee Resource Groups: Take part in employee-led groups that are centered around fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace through events, dialogue and advocacy. The ERGs participate in our Inclusion Council with members of executive leadership.
- Paid Time Off: On top of our flexible PTO, Fetch observes 9 paid holidays, including Juneteenth and Indigenous People’s Day, as well as our year-end week-long break.
- Robust Leave Policies: 20 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers, 14 weeks for secondary caregivers, and a flexible return to work schedule.
- Calvin Care Cash: Employees who are welcoming new family members will also receive a one time $2,000 incentive to assist employees with covering the cost of childcare, clothing, diapers and much more!
- Hybrid Work Environment: Collaborate with your team in one of our stunning offices in Madison, Birmingham, or Chicago. We’ll ensure you are equally equipped with the hardware and software you need to get your job done in the comfort of your home.
