VP, QA & Automation

Storable•Austin, TX

1d•Remote

About The Position

Storable is seeking a Vice President of QA & Automation to lead the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of quality across our global software development lifecycle. This senior leader will ensure that quality outcomes, automation-first practices, and risk reduction are embedded into every stage of product delivery, from concept through release. As a VP-level executive, you will define Storable’s quality vision, build scalable automation frameworks, and partner with Product, Engineering, and Operations to ensure we deliver robust, secure, and high-performing solutions across storage, marine, and RV & camping verticals. You’ll drive a culture of “quality is everyone’s responsibility” while ensuring dedicated QA expertise, tools, and processes set the highest bar for our industry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
15+ years in software engineering or QA roles, with at least 7+ years leading large-scale QA/automation teams.
Proven track record of defining and implementing automation-first QA strategies in SaaS environments.
Expertise in CI/CD, cloud-native testing strategies (AWS preferred), and automation frameworks (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, etc.).
Experience with performance testing, security testing, and observability practices.
Strong communication and executive presence, able to influence at ELT and Board level.
Demonstrated ability to scale global QA teams, mentor senior leaders, and build strong cross-functional partnerships.
Data-driven decision maker with the ability to translate technical outcomes into business impact.
All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
To be eligible for employment, you must reside in the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WY.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on technical depth (coding, automation, cloud infrastructure) preferred to complement leadership.

Responsibilities

Define and execute the enterprise QA strategy aligned with Storable’s SDLC and business goals.
Establish a “shift-left” testing mindset, embedding quality practices early in design and development.
Serve as the executive owner for quality outcomes across all verticals and product lines.
Build and scale automation frameworks for regression, integration, and performance testing.
Ensure CI/CD pipelines include robust test coverage and quality gates.
Partner with DevOps and Engineering to implement test data management, monitoring, and observability practices.
Introduce tools and metrics that make quality transparent and actionable across distributed teams.
Oversee functional, non-functional, performance, and security testing across all releases.
Define and enforce standards for release readiness, defect management, and incident response.
Lead root cause analysis for critical issues and ensure systemic fixes, not just patchwork.
Collaborate with Engineering, Product, Client Success, and Operations to align on requirements and acceptance criteria.
Act as a strong advocate for the end customer, ensuring products meet usability, reliability, and compliance expectations.
Build and lead a high-performing global QA and automation team across the US, India, and other hubs.
Recruit top talent, foster an inclusive and innovative environment, and provide mentorship and professional development.
Define and report key quality metrics (e.g., defect density, automation coverage, release confidence scores).
Use data to identify trends, improve processes, and continuously elevate product reliability.

Benefits

Generous health coverage for you and your family, including fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage and two-times base salary life insurance.
401(k) match after 60 days, 100% vested after 1 year.
Employer contribution to your HSA, plus an HRA to help offset your deductible.
Instant access to flexible vacation. We trust you, so we have a ‘take what you need’ vacation policy.
Be More – company rewards and recognition that add up and can be redeemed for personalized gifts and experiences! Storriors have been able to enroll in SCUBA certification classes, travel overseas, and redo their back patio, among many other things.
8 hours of Volunteer Time Off each year and the opportunity to get active in the community by joining one of our offsite volunteer and community service events.
8 hours of Rest, Relax, Recharge time to care for your mental health.
Access a range of mental well-being resources for yourself and your dependents, including counseling services, stress management programs, and mindfulness workshops
Fully paid parental leave: 12 and 6 weeks for primary and secondary caregivers, respectively.
’Paw’ternity Leave and Pet Bereavement - we understand that pets are a part of the family and have generous time-off policies, which honor that commitment.
Caregiver Leave: four weeks of fully paid time away from work to care for aging dependents or family members, if needed.
$50 monthly home data stipend, plus a home office sign-on bonus of $250.
Fertility care support options to help in your journey towards parenthood.
Access to financial experts to help you make informed decisions and achieve your financial goals.
Direct Student Loan Payment Program, some qualifications and eligibility rules apply.