Quality Assurance Manager

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. About Vytelle We are a global precision livestock company reshaping how cattle producers worldwide unlock animal performance. Our portfolio includes world class Bovine phenotypic and genotypic data capture system via Vytelle SENSE and Vytelle INSIGHT which enables producers to accurately select desired traits to continually produce elite progeny, coupled with Vytelle ADVANCE In Vitro Fertilization Service, which enhances the speed at which genetic improvement can be made. Job Title: Quality Assurance SpecialistCompany: VytelleReporting to: IO Program ManagerLocation: BrazilSalary Range: ContractorStatus: 1.0 FTE Role Overview We are seeking a seasoned Quality Assurance Manager with a robust background in technology and software development. This role is designed for a dynamic professional who excels in leading quality assurance and control initiatives, ensuring the highest standards of quality in our cloud-based architecture solutions. With a pivotal role in our organization, the Quality Assurance Manager will be instrumental in driving our product excellence and customer satisfaction to new heights. First 90 Days Learn SENSE’s architecture, data flows, and operational objectives. Review QA documentation, test scripts, and known defect logs to understand baseline coverage. Build familiarity with the existing development and CI/CD environments (AWS, GitHub Actions, Playwright). Begin authoring automated tests for one end-to-end SENSE workflow (Telemetry → Cloud → UI). Partner with developers and the Product Assurance Manager to define acceptance criteria and test coverage for upcoming releases. Identify quick-win improvements for testing efficiency and reporting visibility. Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain automated and manual tests for SENSE’s data-capture, processing, and visualization layers. Conduct white-box tests (code-level, API, and service integration) and black-box tests (UI, end-user workflow, regression). Collaborate with developers to integrate testing directly into CI/CD pipelines. Build and maintain test harnesses for RESTful APIs, data streams, and web services. Write and review test scripts in Python, JavaScript, or C# to validate logic and data transformations. Contribute to the design of performance and reliability tests for high-frequency sensor data. Participate in UAT and release readiness reviews, ensuring alignment with product requirements and field conditions. Document test results, create bug reports, and verify fixes. Continuously learn new QA tools, frameworks, and automation approaches. Education and Background Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent technical field. 3–6 years of software development or test-automation experience. Strong interest in transitioning toward or expanding within Quality Assurance. Experience working with distributed or IoT-style systems is an asset. Technical Skills Solid programming knowledge in Python, C#/.NET, or JavaScript/TypeScript. Experience with automation frameworks (Playwright, Selenium, PyTest, Postman/Newman). Familiarity with RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and message-based architectures. Understanding of relational (SQL) and non-relational (NoSQL) data stores. Exposure to AWS environments (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ECS/EKS) is a plus. Comfortable working in Linux and Windows environments. Knowledge of Git, GitHub Actions, or similar CI/CD tools. Preferred: experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and telemetry data pipelines. Soft Skills Analytical and curious mindset. Strong communication skills across remote, multi-disciplinary teams. Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, iterative environment. Collaborative attitude and willingness to learn new domains (ag‑tech, IoT, data science). Proficiency in English (verbal and written) is required. Success Metrics Increased automation coverage across all SENSE components. Faster regression cycles and fewer escaped defects in production. Reduced test execution time through CI/CD integration. Verified data accuracy between telemetry capture and phenotype calculation. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Quality Assurance Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Vytelle by 2x We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr