VP, QA Automation

Impiricus • Atlanta, GA

10h • $200,000 - $240,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Vice President of QA Automation to define and lead our quality automation strategy at scale. This executive will own the vision, architecture, and execution of automation across web, mobile, and API platforms, ensuring our products meet the highest standards of reliability, performance, and compliance.

This is a highly strategic and hands-on leadership role. You will build and evolve automation frameworks from the ground up, embed quality across the SDLC, and lead a growing team of QA engineers in a fast-paced startup environment. You will partner closely with Engineering, Product, and DevOps to ensure automation is deeply integrated into CI/CD pipelines and aligned with our innovation roadmap.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in QA Automation leadership
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
• Proven experience leading QA teams of 10+ employees
• Demonstrated experience building automation frameworks from scratch
• Strong hands-on background in test automation tools and frameworks, including: Mobile Automation: Appium, Espresso, XCUITest, Or similar mobile automation frameworksWeb Automation: Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Or similar frameworksAPI Testing: Postman, RestAssured, Or equivalent tools
• Experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines
• Proficiency in one or more languages such as Python, Golang, or TypeScript
• Deep understanding of mobile app testing challenges across both iOS and Android ecosystems
• Experience working in fast-paced startup environments
• Strong analytical, communication, and executive-level leadership skills

Nice To Haves

• ISTQB Advanced Level (Test Manager or Test Automation Engineer)
• Demonstrates deep understanding of QA leadership, test strategy, and automation best practices
• Certified Test Automation Engineer (CTAE) or equivalent
• Validates expertise in designing and scaling automation frameworks
• Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE)
• Indicates strong foundations in quality systems, metrics, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the enterprise-wide QA automation strategy
• Establish scalable, modern automation frameworks across web, mobile (iOS/Android), and APIs
• Build a culture where quality is embedded early and continuously in the development lifecycle
• Define KPIs, quality metrics, and reporting frameworks for executive visibility
• Lead the design and implementation of automation frameworks from scratch
• Ensure robust test coverage across frontend, backend, APIs, and mobile applications
• Oversee integration of automation into CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing and rapid release cycles
• Champion modern testing methodologies, tooling, and AI-driven automation practices
• Lead, mentor, and scale a QA Automation team of 10+ engineers
• Hire, develop, and retain high-performing automation talent
• Establish best practices in test strategy, framework design, and test data management
• Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and technical excellence
• Partner with Engineering and Product leadership to align quality strategy with roadmap priorities
• Ensure QA is embedded within agile development processes
• Support compliance, security, and healthcare data quality standards where applicable
• Act as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on quality, risk, and scalability

Benefits

• Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents + on-demand healthcare concierge
• HSA, FSA & DCFSA: Pre-tax savings options for healthcare and dependent care, with monthly employer contributions to HSA (if enrolled in a high-deductible plan)
• Coverage & Protection: 100% paid short- and long-term disability, plus life and AD&D insurance
• Flexible Time Off: Take the time you need with a flexible vacation policy — recharge your batteries your way
• Parental Leave: Paid parental leave to spend time with your newborn, adopted, or foster child (available after 6 months).
• Your Work, Your Way: If you’re close to an office, we encourage spending some time in-person to collaborate and connect. If not, remote is always an option.
• Home Office Setup: We’ll ship you the gear you need to create a comfortable workspace at home.
• 401(k): Save for your future with tax advantages (and company match!)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive