SQA & Automation Lead - San Jose, United States - Axiado

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    Company Description

    Axiado is an AI-enhanced security processor company redefining the control and management of every digital system. The company was founded in 2017, and currently has 70+ employees. At Axiado, developing great technology takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration, respect each other, and go the extra mile to achieve exceptional results. It takes people who have the passion and desire to disrupt the status quo, deliver innovation, and change the world. If you have this type of passion, we invite you to apply for this job.

    Job Description

    Axiado is seeking an exceptional Software QA Leader to join our growing team As the founding member of the SQA organization at Axiado, the job seeker will have the opportunity to define test architecture, test methodology, automation framework, test infrastructure and to influence the product requirements / design decisions from a quality perspective. This position will report directly to the VP of Software Engineering and is a challenging opportunity that plays an important role in shaping Axiado's full stack software solution.
    • Take ownership of Axiado's QA & Test Automation efforts, including test architecture, test methodology, as well as test infrastructure
    • Hire top-notch engineers, lead, mentor, and coach team members, build an excellent quality engineering team
    • Collaborate with rest of the software organization to meet our commitment of delivering high quality, highly secure software solutions
    • Build and maintain a best-in-class automated testing environment which will reduce regression issues and improve time to market
    • Monitor all QA activities, test results, leaked defects, root cause analysis and identify areas of improvement. Implement steps required to improve the processes
    • Work closely with cross-functional / cross-geo teams in realizing product delivery goals
    • Provide necessary support for project management by creating schedule based on team velocity / capacity
    Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent.
    • Senior QA leader with 10+ years of experience in testing, including at least 5+ years of experience in leading global software QA and automation teams
    • Must have experience in Embedded systems, Firmware & Device testing
    • Experience in testing BMC or Data Center Servers or TPM or SmartNIC is highly desirable
    • Hands-on experience in Python and shell scripting
    • Experience in architecting, implementing and leading large scale test automation development
    • Hands-on experience in defining test topology and building test infrastructure suitable for large server farms
    Ways to stand out from the crowd:
    • Experience leading software engineering projects or teams
    • Hands on experience with FPGA, chip bring-up, etc.
    • Familiarity with Agile Scrum and software release planning processes
    • Experience working at a semiconductor company
    Additional Information

    Axiado is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the highest caliber talent in a diverse and multifaceted environment. We are headquartered in the heart of Silicon Valley, with access to the world's leading research, technology and talent.

    We are building an exceptional team to secure every node on the internet. For us, solving real-world problems takes precedence over purely theoretical problems. As a result, we prefer individuals with persistence, intelligence and high curiosity over pedigree alone. Working hard and smart, continuous learning and mutual support are all part of who we are.

    Axiado is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Axiado does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.