QA Manager

What You'll Do:

• Hands on Firmware QA Manager who will lead by example in all of the Firmware release efforts
• Hire, mentor and groom Firmware Quality Engineers and Firmware Quality Engineering Leads across multiple geographic locations. This includes providing expert technical guidance,establishing sound release processes and implement device test benches
• Bring state-of-the-art Firmware QA practices by implementing firmware test automation efficiencies and simulation techniques
• Pivot the firmware QA team to test automation and leverage efficiencies thereby bringing in shorter release cycles
• Define metrics-driven goals, establish strong team processes, execution cadence and automation tools to achieve these goals. 
• Establish as a subject matter expert on the embedded devices and all of the Motive Products to understand better testability
• Fully owns the processes used across the team and improves them iteratively with tangible feedback.
• Ensuring natural and meaningful coordination with all stakeholders and making effective communication a norm.

What We're Looking For:

• BS in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of experience in Quality Engineering or related domains
• 2+ years of experience in testing the quality of embedded products.
• 5+ years of experience managing 8-10 QAs and 2+ years of experience managing QA leads
• Experience with testing embedded systems, mobile and web applications.
• As an Engineering Manager the candidate needs to have empathy for ICs,  a strong belief and understanding of cultural, moral and ethical values.
• Must lead from the front, not be afraid of challenges, technology and must be forward looking.
• A high degree of comfort with short release cycles, passion for customer adoption and ability to dig into prevention of customer issues
• Demonstrated success in hiring, managing, motivating, and promoting skilled Engineers
• An opinion on and a solid understanding of what makes for a strong, healthy, and productive Engineering culture
• A track record as a strong individual contributor earlier in your career, with continued hands on test approach on a daily basis