Sr Manager - Digital QA - Daikin Applied

Make your mark at the world’s largest HVAC company

Daikin Applied is seeking a talented Sr Digital QA Manager. The Sr Digital QA Manager will have a strong understanding of Quality Assurance and Release Management with a proven track record of building teams and executing on strategy. This role is essential in protecting our organization's critical assets, data, and operations from evolving cyber threats. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Plymouth, MN - Hybrid

What you will do:


* Craft and implement a comprehensive vision, strategy, and roadmap for Quality Assurance (QA) and Release Management spanning diverse software platforms
* Foster an environment focused on continual enhancement, prioritizing advanced testing techniques, process automation, and software quality improvements
* Establish scalable and efficient QA processes, tools, and frameworks tailored to thrive in dynamic and high-velocity environments
* Manage all phases of the QA lifecycle, from planning test strategies and executing test cases to tracking defects and ensuring quality benchmarks are met
* Guarantee thorough testing across applications, incorporating functional, regression, performance, security, and scalability assessments
* Deploy and optimize automated testing solutions to streamline processes and improve speed and precision
* Regularly evaluate and share key metrics, such as defect rates and customer impact, to drive informed decisions and quality enhancements
* Work in close partnership with DevOps teams to synchronize QA operations with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure
* Align QA and release strategies with organizational goals by working closely with Application and Operations teams
* Continuously explore advancements in QA methodologies, tools, and best practices to remain at the forefront of industry standards
* Introduce innovative solutions that enhance software quality, testing automation, and test management practices
* Promote a mindset focused on innovation and evolution, ensuring QA processes are future-ready and competitive
* Direct the planning, coordination, and execution of software release cycles across multiple product/software portfolios
* Develop structured release workflows to ensure timely and dependable updates to production systems
* Work in close partnership with DevOps teams to synchronize QA and release operations with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure
* Identify, collect, manage required data for measured SLAs and other product release related metrics
* Baseline and qualitatively be able measure quality improvements across releases

What’s in it for you:


* Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more
* The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
* The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Minimum Qualifications:


* Bachelor's or Graduate's Degree in computer science, engineering, or closely related field
* 10 years of experience in software quality assurance, including at least five years in management or leadership
* Proven track record in driving and managing large-scale QA projects for complex software systems
* Deep understanding of testing methodologies, both manual and automated, along with expertise in tools, frameworks, and QA workflows
* Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines/ DevOps methodologies
* Strong leadership skills, with a history of building and mentoring successful teams in fast-paced environments
* Exceptional abilities in communication, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: 




* Multiple medical insurance plan options dental and vision insurance
* 401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions
* Short term and long term disability
* 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees 11 company paid holidays


* Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state and local law requires a faster accrual
* Paid sick time in accordance of the federal, state and local law
* Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
* Company provided life insurance optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $113,000 - $179,000 bonus in MN. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.



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