QA Automation Engineering Manager

OverviewTL;DR Kharon is seeking a full-time QA Automation Engineering Manager based in Denver, Colorado. This role requires in-office attendance at least 4 days a week.Kharon is a highly disruptive and incredibly innovative organization that navigates risk at the intersection of global security threats + international commerce. Operating at the nexus of global security, Kharon is on a mission to revolutionize the current landscape. We take really complex data as it relates to global security and empower our clients to not only understand the risk associated with their potential business relationships but to operationalize that data so that they can make the best and most informed decisions possible. From financial crimes and sanctions to export controls and threat identifications, our tools optimize protection against the types of risks that could otherwise be incredibly dangerous and excessively costly to any business. Serving many of today’s leading global financial and multinational institutions, Kharon products are the most powerful in the space with a precision and depth that is absolutely unparalleled.When you look at any major global crisis event, we’re providing intelligence at the heart of those circumstances. We connect the dots in a way that’s meaningful. Now, we’re experiencing unprecedented growth. As the world continues to evolve in complexity, so too does the demand for our products. Given the significance of our work and the increasing global reliance on our insights, we are looking for a QA Automation Engineering Manager to join us as we work to shape the way businesses perceive and navigate global risks.Reporting to the VP of Engineering, the QA Automation Engineering Manager will be instrumental in reinforcing our scalable trajectory. They will oversee the design, enhancement, and maintenance of our software test automation frameworks, drawing from collective insights and closely collaborating with the internal Engineering team to amplify testing efficiency and shape the direction of our technology operations.ResponsibilitiesHire, mentor, and lead a small QA/SET team; be a hands-on player/coach.Architect, develop, and sustain software test automation frameworks and scripts, ensuring they align with Kharon’s vision.Forge strong partnerships with developers and the QA community to understand and pinpoint test automation needs.Craft and oversee meticulous test plans and cases, focusing on exhaustive coverage.Administer and interpret automated test cases, leveraging results to identify potential pitfalls.Spotlight areas ripe for procedural enhancement within the testing paradigm, and champion corresponding solutions.Diagnose and mend issues within our test automation infrastructure, maintaining its integrity.Document and articulate test automation methodologies and procedures, ensuring clarity and accessibility for all stakeholders.Help integrate automated tests into CI/CD; gate releases with reliable, fast pipelines.QualificationsA Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is favored.3+ years in software test automation.4+ years as a QA or Test mand over at least one major programming language, such as Java, Python, or JavaScript.Deep experience with modern test stacks: Playwright/Cypress/Selenium, REST Assured/Postman, pytest/JUnit/TestNG.CI/CD proficiency (GitHub Actions/GitLab/CircleCI), containers (Docker/K8s), and cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure).Solid grasp of test data management, service virtualization/mocking, and observability (e.g., Datadog/Grafana).Excellent cross-functional communication and a bias for pragmatism and speed.BenefitsFully sponsored medical, dental, and visionFSA program for both medical and dependent care401k + Roth with matching and immediate vestingPaid time off + 11 paid holidaysCompensationThe base salary range at Kharon is set between $150,000 - $165,000. Please note that this figure does not necessarily include potential bonuses, commissions, benefits, or equity that may be part of the overall compensation package.How to applyIf interested in pursuing this position, please visit to apply.Equal Employment OpportunityKharon is committed to cultivating and maintaining a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or identity, neurodiversity, appearances, age, protected veteran status, or status as a qualified individual with disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-29