Lead QA Engineer - AI; NYC Hybrid

Lead QA Engineer - AI (NYC Hybrid)

This is a full-time, hybrid position based in New York, NY, for a Lead QA Engineer joining a specialized B2B Insurtech business backed by a prestigious global investment management firm. The company is building an AI-native platform designed to transform complex, paper-heavy insurance processes into modern, data-driven experiences using advanced LLM-integrated systems.

This is a high-impact opportunity to join a high-growth business that offers the stability of an industry leader with the "zero-to-one" ownership of an early-stage startup. The #1 feature of this role is the chance to define the standard for quality assurance in an "agent-first" development environment, moving beyond traditional testing into the future of AI-assisted engineering. We are looking for a technical leader who is energized by solving hard problems with automation and wants deep ownership over a platform that is fundamentally changing how the insurance industry operates.

You will gain unparalleled experience in AI-native architecture while working in a culture that prioritizes experimentation, professional growth, and a healthy hybrid work-life balance.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5–7 years of professional engineering experience with a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Deep technical expertise in Type Script, Jest, and Playwright for building comprehensive automation suites.
• Significant experience with AI/LLM tools, specifically experimenting with or building agentic development workflows and code generation.
• Strong knowledge of application security and the ability to design infrastructure for vulnerability detection.
• Proven track record in B2B SaaS or high-growth environments, delivering high-quality code in fast-paced settings.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Professional experience within the Life Insurance or Health Tech industries.
• Background in early-stage startups or incubated ventures.
• Professional working proficiency in Spanish (for collaborating with nearshore teams).

What You Will Be Doing

• 70% AI-Native Automation & Tooling (Type Script, Jest, Playwright)
• 30% Security Infrastructure & Vulnerability Testing Daily

Responsibilities

• 60% Hands-On Engineering & Framework Architecture
• 20% Team Leadership & Nearshore Mentorship
• 20% Strategic Collaboration (Product Roadmap & CTO/Lead Partnership)

The Offer

• Salary Range: $150,000 - $165,000
• Bonus and Long-term Incentive eligible
• Equity Awards

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Program
• Encouraged Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Hybrid work setup with a modern New York office
• Free breakfast, snacks, and drinks in-office

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Specialization: QA/SDET