Quest Global Manufacturing

DevOpsQA Engineer

Quest Global Manufacturing$105K — $115K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience in DevOps or cloud engineering roles.
  • Deep knowledge of CI/CD and automation tools, particularly in AWS.
  • Proficiency in containerization with Docker and orchestration using Kubernetes.
  • Strong understanding of monitoring tools like ELK and Prometheus.
  • 9+ years of experience specifically in QA Engineering or related fields.
  • Hands-on experience transitioning from manual to automated testing environments.
  • Strong programming skills in Java or Python.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and automate build, testing, and deployment processes for CI/CD.
  • Design and maintain scalable infrastructure on AWS and Kubernetes.
  • Implement monitoring systems to ensure application availability and performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the software development lifecycle.
  • Oversee security practices within DevOps processes.
  • Contribute to the technical design and strategy of the DevOps approach.
  • Lead efforts in creating a robust automated testing framework.

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Employer paid Life Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
Full Job Description
Job Requirements

Job Description

POSITION: Devops QA Engineer

What You will Do:
  • Develop, manage, and automate build, testing, and deployment processes to create robust CI/CD pipelines.
  • Design and maintain scalable, reliable infrastructure, including cloud environments (AWS), container orchestration (Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code (IaC).
  • Implement and manage systems for monitoring, logging, and alerting to ensure high availability and promptly troubleshoot production issues.
  • Work closely with software developers, QA, and operations teams to bridge the gap between development and operations and to improve the overall software development lifecycle (SDLC).
  • Oversee security measures and best practices within the DevOps processes to ensure compliance.
  • Contribute to the technical design and strategy for the company's DevOps approach.
  • Guide and train a team of DevOps engineers.
  • Design, develop, and execute a comprehensive automated testing strategy, leading the charge to convert manual testing processes into a robust, scalable framework.
  • Architect and support implement end-to-end, integration, and API tests using modern frameworks (Playwright) and programming languages (Java/Python).
  • Embed automated tests into our CI/CD pipelines to provide rapid feedback to the development team and ensure quality is maintained with every release.
  • Act as a key voice for quality in architectural and design reviews, ensuring testability is built into the development lifecycle from the start.
  • Lead and contribute to healthy debates on technology strategy, framework selection, and testing best practices to continuously improve our QA processes.
  • Work closely with developers, project managers, and DevOps to identify, triage, and p0 resolve bugs, and to define and report on key quality metrics.

What You Will Bring:
  • Extensive experience in DevOps, cloud engineering, or a similar role.
  • Deep knowledge of CI/CD, automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform), and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS).
  • Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
  • Proficiency in monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (e.g., ELK, Prometheus, Grafana).
  • Strong understanding of networking, security principles, and IaC.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
  • 9+ years of experience in QA Engineering, Software Development in Test (SDET), or a related software development role.
  • Proven, hands-on experience leading the transition from a primarily manual testing environment to a robust automated testing culture.
  • Strong programming skills in Java or Python.
  • Demonstrated experience with modern end-to-end testing frameworks, with a strong preference for Playwright.
  • Experience working effectively in a complex, matrixed organization on cross-functional projects.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions and advocate for quality initiatives.
  • A results-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
  • Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, REST Assured).

Pay Range: $105K- $115K

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements:

This role is considered an on-site position located in Austin, TX, USA
  • You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
  • Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.


Benefits begin on day one:
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employer paid Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability

Benefits

Full time benefits for FT

About Quest Global Manufacturing

Quest Global Manufacturing is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing services to the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Quest Global Manufacturing has a team of over 11,000 professionals who work with clients around the world to design, build, and maintain complex systems and components. The company's services include product design, engineering, prototyping, testing, and more. Quest Global Manufacturing is committed to delivering innovative solutions that help its clients succeed in today's competitive marketplace.
Learn more about Quest Global Manufacturing
Size
11,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1997

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