Senior Manager, Quality Engineering

JOB DESCRIPTION

Calling all originals: At Levi Strauss & Co., you can be yourself — and be part of something bigger. We're a company of people who like to forge our own path and leave the world better than we found it. Who believe that what makes us different makes us stronger. So add your voice. Make an impact. Find your fit — and your future.

Summary of the role:

We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager of Quality Engineering who loves retail and has a passion for delivering best-in-class experiences for consumers and best-in-industry quality engineering and test automation practices to our development squads.

About the role:

• Lead transformation of Quality Engineering, adapting and implementing a strategic vision for an enabling team model that works laterally across the Technology organization to:
• • Define, maintain and monitor Quality Engineering governance, across both manual and automated testing frameworks.
• Provide internal consulting to development squads and subject-matter expertise on QE best practices.
• Adapt, implement and update test automation tools and frameworks using best in class commercially available systems, customized for Levi's needs
• Identify, implement and enhance Quality Engineering tools to support QE activities, including contract negotiations and ongoing vendor relationships, and training the wider organization on any new tools and their best practices.
• Ensure the on-demand creation and availability of test data which is accurate, complete and consistent.
• Ensure availability and configuration of standardized test environments.
• Utilize GenAI and Agentic AI systems to provide industry-leading capabilities to engineering teams
• Lead an enabling services and platform services team to provide test automation capabilities to engineering squads across Technology spaces
• Drive the adoption of automated testing tools, best practices, and standards across the organization.
• Monitor and analyze related metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions in collaboration with your partners.
• Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards, and security best practices.
• Build and inspire a high-performing and engaged team by recruiting, developing and retaining top Quality Engineering talent.
• Build high-trust, mutually collaborative relationships to drive continuous improvements with partners across Engineering, Product, Technical Product, Program and Commercial teams.
• Foster an inclusive culture that champions diversity, collaboration and a company-first mindset.
• Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in Quality Engineering, testing automation.

About you:

• Experienced Quality Engineering leader with 12+ years' experience, including 3 years of team management. Subject matter expertise in software testing methodologies, automation frameworks, and CI/CD practices.
• Strong curiosity and exploration in the use of GenAI and Agentic AI to partner with human engineers in getting work done in better ways
• Breadth in leading QE applications such as TestRail, Selenium, Playwright, Browserstack, Page Vitals, Digital.AI, Gremlin and Dot Com Monitor, as well as JIRA, Jenkins, Git and cloud-based deployment platforms.
• Demonstrated capability to use GenAI and Agentic AI to understand and improve on our capabilities
• Proven track record of driving process improvements and implementing scalable testing solutions.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data and metrics to interpret monitoring and derive recommendations / actions.
• Comprehensive understanding of Agile, DevOps and Lean Software principles.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills at all levels of an organization.

Benefits:

We put a lot of thought into our programs to provide you with a benefits package that matters. Whether it is for medical care, taking time off, improving your health or planning for retirement, we've got you covered.

Here's a small snapshot:

• Complimentary preventive health check-up for you & your spouse
• OPD coverage
• Best in class leave plan including paternity & family care leaves
• Counselling sessions to prioritize mental well-being
• Exclusive discount vouchers on Levi's products

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to empowering individuals from all walks of life to achieve their professional goals with us, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, or genetic information. We actively seek and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including those with disabilities, and offer accommodations throughout the selection process upon request.

To ensure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone's perspectives and experience, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.

LOCATION

Bengaluru, India

FULL TIME/PART TIME

Full time

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