Technical Lead for Automation and Innovation

4 days ago


San Francisco, California, United States Humane™ Full time

We are seeking a seasoned Technical Lead to spearhead our automation efforts and drive innovation across our engineering teams at Humane.

About the Role

As a key member of our leadership team, you will oversee the development and implementation of strategic automation initiatives, collaborating closely with QA, Dev Infra, and Firmware/Application Development groups. Your expertise in software engineering and test automation will be essential in driving cross-functional alignment and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leverage your technical acumen to define and drive automation strategy, ensuring seamless integration with existing workflows.
  • Mentor and lead a small to medium-sized team of Software Developers to enhance automation coverage and promote best practices.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize automation efforts, balancing strategic needs with practical implementation goals.
  • Conduct code reviews, participate in architectural discussions, and ensure high standards for automation frameworks and test coverage.
  • Develop and execute plans to increase automation coverage for regression tests, improve resiliency, and enhance processes for quick triage and fixes.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of management experience, preferably in a fast-paced startup environment.
  • Strong technical background with 5+ years of experience in software engineering and test automation.
  • Hands-on coding experience in Python and Java, with ability to contribute technically when necessary.
  • Agility and adaptability to navigate changes late in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
  • Proven experience in mentoring junior engineers and planning for intern programs.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with automated testing of native Android, iOS, and Web apps.
  • Strong background in designing and building build/release/test systems.
  • Experience managing cross-functional relationships and effectively collaborating with diverse engineering teams.
  • Knowledge of continuous integration pipeline tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and CircleCI.
  • Familiarity with backend service development and frontend applications (both web and mobile).

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of $185,000-$230,000, commensurate with experience. Additionally, our comprehensive benefits package includes health & wellness and work/life balance offerings, including:

  • Comprehensive healthcare insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • 401K plan
  • Paid time off and leave programs
  • Commuter benefits
  • Team events, snacks, and other perks

Why Join Us?

At Humane, you'll have the opportunity to develop cutting-edge technologies in a creative and innovative environment. Our values of trust, truth, and joy guide everything we do, and we're committed to creating a workplace that reflects these principles.

Note

Humane is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.



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