Senior Software Quality Engineer

The Role

As a Senior Software Engineer (Quality), you will play a pivotal role in driving a culture of quality throughout the organization. This is not just about testing, it is about owning quality from the start.

If you are passionate about breaking products to make them better and delivering software that users can trust and love, we would love to have you on board.

• Break the Product: Push the product to its limits, uncovering bugs, edge cases, and usability gaps.
• Manual Testing: Dive deep into hands-on testing to validate functionality, reliability, and user experience.
• Automation Development: Design, implement, and maintain automated testing frameworks for end-to-end testing.
• Shift-Left Testing: Collaborate with developers to embed quality practices early in the development lifecycle, catching issues before they surface.
• Refine Requirements: Work closely with product managers to define and refine quality requirements, ensuring a seamless and intuitive user experience.
• Optimize Pipelines: Enhance CI/CD pipelines with comprehensive and reliable automated testing solutions.
• Mentor and Guide: Foster a culture of curiosity, quality, and continuous improvement by mentoring team members and sharing best practices.

• Experience: 5+ years in quality assurance or software development with a strong focus on both manual and automated testing.
• 5+ years in software development and test automation
• Critical Thinking: A creative and methodical approach to uncovering bugs and ensuring quality.
• Shift-Left Mindset: Proven ability to integrate testing strategies early in the development process.
• Collaboration: Strong communication and teamwork skills to partner effectively with developers, product managers, and stakeholders.
• Ownership: A proactive approach to taking responsibility for product quality and driving improvements across teams.
• Customer Focus: A dedication to delivering exceptional user experiences.

• Experience testing AI/ML-based products.
• Knowledge of performance and load testing tools and methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with API testing tools and CI/CD systems like Git Hub Actions or Jenkins.

Must be willing to work from our SF office at least 3x per week

This position requires a commitment to a hybrid work model, with the expectation of coming into the office a minimum of (3) three times per week. Relocation assistance is available for candidates willing to move to San Francisco.

Must be willing to travel up to 10%

Abridge typically hosts a three-day builder team retreat every 3-6 months. These retreats often feature internal hackathons, collaborative project sessions, and social events that allow the team to connect in person.

We value people who want to learn new things, and we know that great team members might not perfectly match a job description. If you’re interested in the role but aren’t sure whether or not you’re a good fit, we’d still like to hear from you.

At Abridge, we’re transforming healthcare delivery experiences with generative AI, enabling clinicians and patients to connect in deeper, more meaningful ways. Our mission is clear: to power deeper understanding in healthcare. We’re driving real, lasting change, with millions of medical conversations processed each month.

Joining Abridge means stepping into a fast-paced, high-growth startup where your contributions truly make a difference. Our culture requires extreme ownership—every employee has the ability to (and is expected to) make an impact on our customers and our business.

Beyond individual impact, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of curious, high-achieving people in a supportive environment where success is shared, growth is constant, and feedback fuels progress. At Abridge, it’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it. Every decision is rooted in empathy, always prioritizing the needs of clinicians and patients.

We’re committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally. Whether it's flexible work hours, an inclusive culture, or ongoing learning opportunities, we are here to help you thrive and do the best work of your life.

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