SQA Manager

Datacolor, a global leader in color management solutions, provides software, instruments and services to improve the precision, performance and efficiency of color workflow. We understand that details matter, and precise, consistent replication is essential.

Position Summary
We manage a complex ecosystem comprising critical legacy applications and cutting‑edge new products. We need a leader who can respect the stability of the past while aggressively architecting the future. This role is a forward‑thinking Software Quality Manager to lead our QA Engineering team through a pivotal transformation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Management

Lead, mentor, and grow a team of QA Engineers (Manual and Automation) working across diverse tech stacks.

Define the Quality Strategy for both Legacy Systems and Greenfield Applications.

Foster a "Quality as Code" culture, bridging the gap between developers and QA.

AI-Driven Automation & Architecture

Architect and implement a robust automation framework that supports web, API, and backend testing.

Champion the use of Generative AI and Machine Learning tools to create self‑healing test scripts, automate test data generation, and perform visual regression testing.

Build and maintain "Intelligent Pipelines" within our CI/CD environment (Git Hub/Azure Dev Ops) that utilize AI to intelligently select and execute tests based on code changes (Test Impact Analysis).

Product Collaboration & Customer Focus

Partner deeply with Product Owners during the requirements phase to flesh out complex use cases and acceptance criteria.

Ensure the SQA team translates customer feedback and support tickets into actionable test scenarios.

Facilitate UAT phases that mimic real‑world customer behaviors, ensuring our legacy updates and new features provide a seamless user experience.

Release Management & Dev Ops

Manage the release process and ensure smooth CI/CD transitions from development to production.

Oversee the stability and data integrity of staging, QA, and production environments in Azure.

Metrics & Reporting

Define and track KPIs related to automation coverage, defect leakage, and release velocity.

Utilize AI‑driven analytics to identify patterns in defect data and predict potential hot spots in the codebase.

Experience & Qualifications

7+ years in Software Quality Assurance with at least 3+ years in a people‑management or technical‑lead role.

Deep, hands‑on experience building automation frameworks from scratch (Selenium, Playwright).

Proficiency in at least one scripting language (Python, C#, or Type Script). Must be able to do code reviews for the team.

Proven experience or demonstrable knowledge in applying AI to QA (e.g., using LLMs for test case generation, Copilot for code assistance, or commercial AI testing tools).

Expert‑level understanding of integrating automated suites into build pipelines (Git Hub Actions, Azure Dev Ops).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing QA for monolithic to microservices migrations.

Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud environments (AWS/Azure).

Experience implementing Test Impact Analysis (TIA) to reduce regression cycle times.

The Ideal Candidate Profile

The Hybrid:
Comfortable reading C++/Legacy code logs in the morning and writing Python scripts for an AI agent in the afternoon.

The Automator:
Believes that if a test has to be run twice, it should be automated.

The Innovator:
Constantly researching how LLMs (Large Language Models) can revolutionize the SDLC and eager to implement these findings.

Location
This role is a hybrid position based in our Reggio Emilia office, Italy.

Our Core Values
Learn, understand and live the Datacolor Core Values of Customer Focus, Execution, Ownership, Teamwork, Learning, Ethics, and Passion.

Our Core Competences
Communication, Adaptability and Problem Solving are core competencies that all our employees consistently demonstrate.

Salary Range
€60,000 – €80,000 gross per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Your Benefits

Transparent compensation package with opportunities for growth and development.

Dynamic and collaborative work environment with a flat hierarchy.

Flexibility and autonomy in a global and diverse company.

Open and informal atmosphere where personal input is valued.

Exposure to innovative color‑management solutions and cutting‑edge AI technologies.

Datacolor is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Notice:
Datacolor never asks for personal or financial information via social media and does not contact candidates through private messages on messaging platforms. All official recruitment communications are conducted through our corporate email addresses and career website.

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