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QA Lead

CoVet
Full-time
Remote
Canada
QA Lead


About the role


We are seeking a QA Lead who will define and execute the end-to-end quality strategy for our web and mobile applications. You will be responsible for leading QA initiatives, building out automation frameworks, hiring and mentoring QA engineers, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure product quality at every stage. This is a highly impactful role with the opportunity to influence product, process, and team direction.


What you'll do

  • Own the quality vision and strategy across the engineering organization.
  • Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable manual and automated test frameworks.
  • Establish and evolve QA processes, driving best practices and ensuring high standards of quality across all releases.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and design teams to define testable features, acceptance criteria, and ensure test coverage.
  • Build and manage a high-performing QA team: hire, mentor, and guide team members to success.
  • Drive the integration of QA into CI/CD pipelines and oversee test infrastructure management.
  • Report on quality metrics and risks, and lead quality improvement initiatives across sprints and releases.
  • Act as the voice of quality in sprint planning, code reviews, and release readiness discussions.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance with at least 2+ years in a QA leadership or lead role.
  • Deep understanding of QA methodologies, SDLC processes, test case design, defect management, and root cause analysis.
  • Strong hands-on experience with automation tools (e.g., Cypress, Appium, Detox, or similar) and scripting.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills with a strong ability to influence engineering teams and product stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Exposure to Firebase Test Lab, Crashlytics, and Google Play/App Store deployment pipelines.
  • Background in performance, load, or security testing is a plus.
  • Experience in a startup or high-growth product company environment.

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to shape the QA function.
  • Competitive salary and health, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Remote-first culture with flexible working arrangements.
  • Opportunity to shape the future of a fast-growing company and make a real impact in the veterinary industry.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Accommodations are available for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.