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Director of Quality

Director of Quality

CompanyHumane
LocationSan Francisco, CA, USA
Salary$280000 – $325000
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelExpert or higher

Requirements

  • 10+ years of professional experience in Quality Assurance, Test Engineering, or related roles, with significant experience in end-to-end hardware and software integration.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing diverse, multidisciplinary teams in quality-related functions.
  • Proven expertise in developing quality processes and automation frameworks for hardware-software products.
  • Experience shipping globally and managing hardware + software products across their entire lifecycle, from concept to deployment.
  • Strong track record of addressing complex challenges in testing non-deterministic systems, such as AI or machine learning-based products.
  • Deep knowledge of test methodologies, automation tools, and best practices for managing quality in scalable organizations.
  • Exceptional communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a multidisciplinary team across Build and Release, Infrastructure, Automation Engineering, and Quality Test Engineering, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
  • Develop innovative testing methodologies to address the complexities of AI-driven products, including efficacy and prompt effectiveness for AI pipelines.
  • Oversee the creation of test contracts that delegate specific testing responsibilities to integration and validation teams, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
  • Define and implement a forward-thinking quality strategy that integrates hardware, software, and AI pipeline testing for HP’s portfolio of devices, ensuring robust and scalable processes.
  • Standardize bug triage processes, establishing consistent classification and prioritization mechanisms across teams.
  • Build tools and frameworks to support automation and testing at scale, enhancing developer productivity and code hygiene.
  • Develop KPI’s and quality goals for individual product teams across HP’s ecosystem of devices.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality planning is integrated from inception through deployment, reducing surprises and enhancing delivery outcomes.
  • Provide detailed, data-driven insights into product quality and readiness to ship, continually improving quality metrics and processes.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated success in building and scaling quality teams and processes in dynamic, startup environments.
  • Familiarity with AI technologies and their unique quality assurance demands, with a passion for exploring innovative solutions.
  • Strong organizational skills, including prioritization and time management in environments with competing objectives.
  • Commitment to delivering exceptional user experiences through high-quality products.