Manager Software Engineering (QA/Automation)

Mastercard•O'fallon, MO

1d•$140,000 - $231,000•Onsite

About The Position

Leads a team of software engineers delivering enterprise integration solutions across cloud-based platforms. Provides technical leadership, drives large-scale initiatives, and ensures high-quality, scalable, and secure software delivery aligned to business priorities.

Requirements

Strong software design and architecture experience (microservices, APIs, scalable systems)
Strong Core Java experience
Deep familiarity with test automation frameworks and modern automated testing practices
Strong understanding of test strategy and design, including defining coverage, test cases, and quality metrics
Strong understanding of automation architecture, including framework design, scalability, and maintainability
End-to-end understanding of the testing lifecycle, from planning and design through execution, defect management, and release validation
Exposure to AI concepts or tools, with the ability to understand and apply AI within a software testing or engineering context
Deep knowledge of software development, testing (unit/integration), and performance engineering
Experience with secure coding practices and code quality standards
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to design systems with operability, monitoring, and reliability in mind
Proven experience leading and mentoring software engineering teams
Track record delivering large, complex technical solutions in agile environments
Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills
Ability to drive continuous improvement and engineering excellence
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of quality, innovation, and accountability
Drive end-to-end delivery of complex integration and full-stack engineering initiatives
Manage configuration and integration of cloud-based applications across the enterprise
Provide technical leadership in architecture (microservices, APIs, scalable design) and system design decisions
Oversee execution of projects, balancing scope, timeline, and quality
Ensure adherence to enterprise standards including secure coding, testing, and operational best practices
Review and approve technical designs, code, and configurations
Partner with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions
Drive quality through strong testing strategy, automation, code reviews, and performance validation
Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, automation, and reliability

Benefits

insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
flexible spending account and health savings account
16 weeks of new parent leave
up to 20 days of bereavement leave
80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time
25 days of vacation time
5 personal days
10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays
401k with a best-in-class company match
deferred compensation for eligible roles
fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities
eligibility for tuition reimbursement