Head of Quality Engineering

Posted 9 Days Ago
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Singapore
Expert/Leader
Software • Travel • Financial Services
The Role
The Head of Quality Engineering will lead a team of 60+ QA Engineers and SDETs, establish quality assurance practices, and implement metrics to enhance product quality. Responsibilities include driving a culture of quality, collaborating with engineering and product teams, and fostering continuous improvement in quality engineering capabilities.
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Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Head of Quality Engineering to lead and elevate our quality assurance practices. You will be responsible for overseeing a team of 60+ QA Engineers and SDETs, driving a culture of quality, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional digital products and services. As a key member of the engineering leadership team, you will collaborate with cross-functional partners to establish and maintain robust quality standards throughout the software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

  • Leadership & Strategy:

    • Provide strategic direction and vision for the Quality Engineering organization.

    • Build and develop a high-performing team of QA Engineers and SDETs through mentorship, coaching, and performance management.

    • Foster a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team and across the organization.

    • Define and implement quality metrics, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms to track and communicate quality performance.

  • Quality Assurance & Testing:

    • Develop and implement comprehensive quality assurance strategies, processes, and methodologies that align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

    • Oversee the design, development, and execution of test plans, test cases, and test automation frameworks.

    • Drive the adoption of test automation tools and techniques to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

    • Ensure the timely and accurate identification, tracking, and resolution of defects and quality issues.

  • Collaboration & Partnerships:

    • Partner closely with engineering, product management, and other stakeholders to ensure quality is integrated into every stage of the software development lifecycle.

    • Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines that include robust quality gates.

    • Represent Quality Engineering in cross-functional initiatives and provide expertise on quality-related matters.

  • Innovation & Technology:

    • Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in quality engineering and test automation.

    • Evaluate and implement new tools and techniques to enhance the quality engineering capabilities of the organization.

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    Requirements


    • Experience: 10+ years of experience in quality engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing large QA or SDET teams.
    • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

    • Technical Skills:

      • Deep understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies, including Agile and DevOps.

      • Expertise in test automation frameworks, tools, and practices (e.g., Appium, Selenium, Maestro, TestNG, Testrail).

      • Strong knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript) and scripting.

      • Experience with performance testing, security testing, and other specialized testing areas.

      • Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure and technologies.

    • Leadership Skills:

      • Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams.

      • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.

      • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.

      • Passion for quality and continuous improvement.

    Nice to Have:

    • Experience in the digital native business space.

    • Familiarity with AI-based technologies.

    • Certifications in quality engineering or related disciplines (e.g., ISTQB, CSQE).

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    If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

    Top Skills

    Java
    JavaScript
    Python
    The Company
    3,089 Employees
    On-site Workplace
    Year Founded: 2012

    What We Do

    We don’t innovate for the sake of innovation, we utilize technology to simplify people’s lives so they can enjoy their lives better. That belief is what brought Traveloka to be the leading travel platform in Southeast Asia. Traveloka serves 20+ products that include comprehensive travel services. From transportations to accommodations, discovering nearby attractions, and insurance products to financial services, including the groundbreaking ‘Buy Now Pay Later’.

    With 100+ millions downloads in six countries across the SEA region, we aim to keep exploring for better innovations — all to fulfill our users’ travel aspirations so they can enjoy their lives, their way.

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