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Software engineer
- Location
- San Francisco
- Type
- Full time
- Compensation
- $150k-$200k
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Join a team building useful software. Work closely with engineering and design to turn new ideas into products.
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Manager QA Engineering
- Location
- Phoenix
- Type
- Full time
- Compensation
- USD 125,000–150,000 / year (Hybrid)
- Posted
- 16D AGO
About the role
Work Type/Locations: Hybrid in either Jersey City, NJ/Clarksburg, MD/Fairfax, VA, Phoenix, AZ/Panama City, FL
About goTenna
goTenna is the world's leading mobile mesh networking company, providing off-grid connectivity solutions for smartphones and other devices, as well as augmenting traditional communications networks. This technology enables mobile, long-range connectivity without cell, Wi-Fi, or satellite connectivity. goTenna's products are currently in use by law enforcement, military, and public safety agencies worldwide. goTenna is a wholly owned subsidiary of Forterra, a leading provider of ground autonomy solutions for the US Department of Defense and other organizations.
About the role:
goTenna is seeking an experienced QA SDET Manager to lead, mentor, and develop a growing team of SDET engineers while overseeing a rigorous QA process across our firmware and software product portfolio. This is a hands-on leadership role, with the manager actively contributing to test automation, troubleshooting, and other SDET activities. The position will collaborate closely with Hardware, Firmware, Software, Product, and Customer Experience leadership to deliver high-quality products to customers on schedule. The QA SDET Manager will also help optimize goTenna’s testing methodologies, drive product improvements informed by customer feedback and technical expertise and support an Agile development environment that includes regular field testing.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead, coach, mentor, and develop QA team members while ensuring the team consistently delivers high-quality results
- Collaborate with and support the QA Lead Architect in defining and executing the software test automation strategy, technical roadmap, coding standards, and framework architecture
- Partner with the Director of QA Engineering and cross-functional leaders to establish and maintain product quality standards
- Define, implement, and continuously improve QA standards, testing methodologies, and evaluation processes
- Establish and enforce quality policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements across the product lifecycle
- Ensure product quality through effective planning, continuous monitoring, risk assessment, and evaluation of testing outcomes
- Maintain current technical and professional knowledge through training, industry publications, professional networks, and relevant organizations
- Contribute to team objectives by performing senior-level QA and SDET responsibilities as needed
Required Experience:
- 7+ years of experience in quality assurance, software test automation, software development, and/or firmware engineering
- Demonstrated hands-on automation testing experience with Android, iOS, and web-based applications
- Experience with tools such as Selenium, Appium, or similar using Java, C/C++, or Python, including hardware integration
- Experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) practices.
- Proficiency with debugging and API tools such as ADB, Xcode, and Postman
- Experience working with AWS and/or virtualized environments
- Strong leadership, communication, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred Experience:
- Familiarity with XCodeUI and/or Espresso
- Experience with virtualization and emulation for mobile devices
- Experience with Linux and networking
- Preferred experience with AI tools, technologies, and their practical application in software testing and automation
- Experience using RF test/lab equipment such as network analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers
- RF or Telecommunications experience
- Experience working in a technology startup environment
CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY - This position may require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. For more information about U.S. Security Clearances: click here.
Placement at the appropriate job level (entry, senior, etc) will be determined by a combination of years of experience, demonstration of proficiency in this field, and other qualifications.
goTenna is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
goTenna Benefits:
- Equity
- 401(k) plan
- Unlimited PTO
- Parental Leave with Pay
- Holiday pay (including December recess)
- Medical, Dental, Vision and life insurance
- Pre-tax benefits
- Short- and Long-term disability plans
- Professional Development Stipend
