Senior QA Software Lead, Pumpkin

$100-130k

JavaScript
Python
Ruby
Grafana
Senior and Expert level
Remote in US
New York

More information about location

Pumpkin

Pet insurance provider

Open for applications

Pumpkin

Pet insurance provider

101-200 employees

B2CInsurancePets

Open for applications

$100-130k

JavaScript
Python
Ruby
Grafana
Senior and Expert level
Remote in US
New York

More information about location

101-200 employees

B2CInsurancePets

Company mission

Pumpkin is a pet care company on a mission to keep all pets healthy.

Role

Who you are

  • 5+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 2 years in a lead or managerial role.
  • Strong understanding of QA methodologies, testing tools, and frameworks, with proficiency in automated testing and performance testing tools
  • A skilled troubleshooter who can identify the root cause of defects and propose solutions for improvement
  • Ability to think strategically about QA processes, aligning them with business goals and delivering measurable improvements
  • Ability to analyze large datasets, identify trends, and use data to inform decision-making on testing strategy and resource allocation
  • Capacity to handle changing requirements and technical challenges, staying flexible in dynamic environments

Desirable

  • Understanding of integrating testing practices into CI/CD pipelines for automated quality checks
  • Basic coding skills in Python, Ruby, or JavaScript to enhance automation scripts
  • Experience with API testing
  • Proficiency in performance monitoring tools like Grafana or New Relic
  • Awareness of security testing best practices and tools

What the job involves

  • As a Senior QA Lead, you'll be responsible for establishing quality assurance strategies, leading a team of QA engineers, and ensuring that our software meets the highest quality standards
  • You will drive the development and execution of comprehensive test strategies including automation, drive process improvements to enhance product reliability and performance and focus on delivering scalable, high-quality solutions that align with business goals and help pets receive the best possible care
  • Create comprehensive test plans and strategies that align with project objectives and ensure full coverage of test scenarios
  • Lead and mentor the QA team, guiding them toward best practices in testing and quality assurance
  • Implement and refine test automation frameworks to streamline testing processes
  • Monitor, track, and analyze defects, ensuring timely resolution and reporting on trends
  • Work with engineers, product management, and other stakeholders to identify quality risks and establish preventive measures
  • Provide regular updates on test results, quality metrics, and progress to stakeholders
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, seeking opportunities to refine testing processes and methodologies

Otta's take

Sam Franklin headshot

Sam Franklin

CEO of Otta

While pet ownership & adoption rates are at an all-time high, 1 in 4 families are unable to provide the veterinary care they want for their pet due to financial barriers. In response Pumpkin created a more accessible type of pet insurance.

In particular, Pumpkin innovated with ‘Preventative Essentials’. It’s not insurance, but an optional benefit pet parents can easily add to their insurance plan to get refunds for crucial preventive care all pets need to stay healthy, from annual wellness visits to routine vaccines. Its product has proven popular, and Pumpkin insures over 60,000 pets in the USA and Canada.

Pumpkin was acquired by JAB's pet insurance platform in 2023. This move will boost the company's marketing reach and accelerate its research and development efforts. While it faces steep competition in the market, with the likes of AKC, Chewy and Figo offering similar insurance products, its up-to-date tech stack and the deep pockets of its parent company will ensure it maintains its strong position.

Insights

Few candidates hear
back within 2 weeks

45% employee growth in 12 months

Company

Company benefits

  • Best-in-class health insurance
  • A generous vacation policy
  • Of course, pet-friendly offices

Company values

  • Pets Come First: Put what's best for pets at the center of everything you do
  • Trust the Pack: Help families make empowered pet care decisions
  • Jump Fences: If there’s a will, there’s always a way over them
  • Share Toys: Be generous with your gifts and amazing things will happen
  • Dig New Holes: Challenge conventions to create the future of pet health care

Company HQ

Midtown South, New York, NY

Founders

Previously founded Ollie Pets, a natural pet food company. Before that, co-founded TheLadders, a mobile network for professionals.

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