{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"dc56a011e433deb8a82fe9e7","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dc56a011e433deb8a82fe9e7","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dc56a011e433deb8a82fe9e7","title":"Software Test Manager","description":"Location: Austin, TXEmployment Type: Full-TimeWork model: Onsite, Monday-FridayRole OverviewWe are seeking a highly accomplished Software Test Manager / Senior Manager to lead software verification and validation efforts for advanced products in a fast-paced engineering environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who combines strong technical expertise with proven people management capabilities.The successful candidate will serve as a player-coach, leading a team of test engineers while actively contributing to test strategy, automation, quality initiatives, and release readiness decisions. This individual will be responsible for establishing robust testing practices, driving automation, and ensuring the highest standards of software quality through Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and simulation-based testing.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, mentor, and develop a team of software test and validation engineers.Define and execute comprehensive software verification and validation strategies.Drive HIL, SIL, and simulation testing efforts across product development programs.Build and enhance test automation frameworks using Python and modern CI/CD pipelines.Establish release quality metrics and determine software release pass/fail criteria.Partner closely with software, hardware, systems, and leadership teams to ensure product quality.Improve testing processes, methodologies, and overall engineering excellence.Create scalable validation strategies that support rapid product development cycles.Champion a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.Required Qualifications: ExperienceBachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience, including 4+ years in people leadership.Master's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience, ORPhD with 6+ years of relevant experience, including leadership responsibilities.Proven experience leading software test, validation, or verification teams.Demonstrated track record of career progression, promotions, and high performance.Technical SkillsDeep expertise in Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Testing.Deep expertise in Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) Testing.Strong experience with simulation-based testing environments.Advanced proficiency in Python.Experience building and scaling test automation frameworks.Hands-on experience with CI/CD and automated testing pipelines.Strong understanding of software quality assurance methodologies and release management.Experience defining and enforcing release readiness criteria and quality gates.Preferred QualificationsExperience within robotics, autonomous systems, automotive, aerospace, industrial automation, or other complex engineering environments.Background from organizations known for mature engineering and quality processes.Experience from companies such as Tesla, SpaceX, leading automotive OEMs, robotics organizations, or similar high-performance engineering environments is highly desirable.Demonstrated excellence in both technical execution and leadership.","company":"Vertage","rawCompany":"vertage","city":"Austin","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-11-07T07:29:43.608Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1253.00","title":"Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers","slug":"software-quality-assurance-analysts-and-testers"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Software Test Manager","description":"Location: Austin, TXEmployment Type: Full-TimeWork model: Onsite, Monday-FridayRole OverviewWe are seeking a highly accomplished Software Test Manager / Senior Manager to lead software verification and validation efforts for advanced products in a fast-paced engineering environment. 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