Infoblox

Description It’s an exciting time to be at Infoblox. Named a Top 25 Cyber Security Company by The Software Report and one of Inc . magazine’s Best Workplaces for 2020, Infoblox is the leader in cloud-first networking and security services. Our solutions empower organizations to take full advantage of the cloud to deliver network experiences that are inherently simple, scalable, and reliable for everyone. Infoblox customers are among the largest enterprises in the world and include 70% of the Fortune 500, and our success depends on bright, energetic, talented people who share a passion for building the next generation of networking technologies—and having fun along the way. We are looking for a Product Quality and Automation, Director to join our team located in Santa Clara, CA, or Tacoma WA, or Austin, TX remote, reporting to the VP of Software Engineering. In this role, you will define and implement a strategy for product quality and automation across our Engineering organization. You will also lead our QA team, ensuring the highest standards of quality and reliability for our SaaS products. This role involves developing and implementing comprehensive testing strategies, driving automation initiatives, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional software solutions. You are the ideal candidate if you are technically driven, and you enjoy working with a large, distributed team and driving quality solutions and deliveries on schedule. What you’ll do: Lead and mentor QA managers, engineers, and automation specialists Foster a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and accountability Develop and manage budgets, resources, and timelines Define and implement QA processes, standards, and best practices Develop comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts Ensure thorough testing of all software releases, including functional, regression, performance, and security testing Drive the adoption of test automation frameworks and tools Identify opportunities for automation and streamline testing processes Oversee the development and maintenance of automated test suites Work closely with Product Management, Development, and Operations teams to understand requirements and ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle Communicate QA metrics, progress, and issues to stakeholders Advocate for quality and provide insights to improve product performance and user experience Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in QA and automation Implement innovative solutions to enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness Conduct regular reviews and audits of QA processes and outcomes What you’ll bring: 20+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 8 years of experience in a leadership role Proven experience with SaaS products and network services such as DNS, DHCP, and IPAM Solid knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and processes Expertise in test automation frameworks and tools, like Selenium, JUnit, and TestNG Experience with Amazon Web Services, such as EC2, VPC, ELB, S3, CloudFormation, etc. is a plus Knowledge of DNS protocol and general networking concepts, and knowledge of Unix/Linux environments Experience working on an agile development process Full software development life-cycle experience with a proven track record of shipping software Results-oriented with a solid work ethic and excellent attention to detail and quality Experience with DNS, DHCP is a plus Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering required, master’s degree preferred What success looks like: After six months, you will… Drive quality and automation strategy across multiple agile teams Establish KPIs and report metrics After about a year, you will… Own and drive product quality and automation across the entire Infoblox SaaS platform We’ve got you covered: Our holistic benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness—as well as a great work environment, employee programs, and company culture. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and generous paid time off to help you balance your life. We have a strong culture and live our values every day—we believe in transparency, curiosity, respect, and above all, having fun while delighting our customers. Why Infoblox? We’ve created a culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and rewards innovation, curiosity, and creativity. We achieve remarkable results by working together in a supportive environment that focuses on continuous learning and embraces change. So, whether you’re a software engineer, marketing manager, customer care pro, or product specialist, you belong here, where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career. Check out what it’s like to be a Bloxer . We think you’ll be excited to join our team. #LI-RO1 #LI-HYBRID