Automation Manager

Core Mindset & Traits AI-First Automator You do not automate for its own sake. You point AI and automation at the work that carries real cost, risk, and toil, and you can prove the return in numbers. Quality as a Discipline Quality is built in at every stage, never inspected at the end, and you measure it with data, not opinions. Hands-On Leader You can still write the framework and debug the pipeline, and you are senior enough to set the standard and grow the team. Your engineers respect you because you can do the work. Framework Builder You build reusable frameworks and standards so automation compounds, instead of leaving behind a pile of brittle scripts. Ruthless Prioritizer You aim automation at the highest-value, highest-risk work first, and you deliver on time and on budget. Talent Multiplier You hire, coach, and stretch QA and automation engineers into a team that keeps getting measurably better.

Desired Candidate Profile

Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Experience 10+ years in automation, QA, and/or software development, including experience managing and growing teams. Proven track record building and owning automation frameworks and delivering automation initiatives with measurable results. Experience in quality management and governance, ideally in regulated industries. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong knowledge of automation tools such as UiPath, Selenium, Playwright, and n8n, and of CI/CD tooling. Hands-on with Java, Python, and JavaScript, and good knowledge of SQL. Real experience applying AI and GenAI to automation, across both testing and business processes. Strong grasp of Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira and Azure DevOps. Strong understanding of regulatory requirements for highly regulated industries, and excellent communication and leadership. Preferences Quality certifications such as ISTQB, CSTE, CSQA, CAST, or CMSQ. Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt). Certification or experience with Camunda or other BPMN tools.