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Burbank, CA, US, 91505
Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.
Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled.
Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day.
If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO!
Job Title
Manager, Software Quality Assurance Engineering
Team
Global Quality Engineering (GQE)
Location
Burbank, CA (on-site)
Job Description
Overview
Paramount is seeking a Manager, Software Quality Assurance Engineering to lead the design and build-out of testing infrastructure supporting Paramount’s large-scale software development and deployment ecosystem. This role goes beyond traditional testing. You will drive a shift-left quality culture, anticipate risks and failure points before they reach customers or production, and represent GQE in Scrum ceremonies and cross-functional discussions.
You will manage and mentor a team of quality engineers, partner with engineering leaders at a technical level, and provide strategic input on test coverage, automation, reliability, and overall software quality across consumer-facing platforms.
This role requires a blend of hands-on QA/automation expertise, people leadership across on-site and offshore teams, and the ability to evaluate and scale modern AI-powered testing tools.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & People Management
- Lead virtual, geographically dispersed teams, fostering collaboration across locations and time zones.
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and coaching to help team members grow and perform at their highest potential.
- Manage people across on-site and offshore teams.
Technical Strategy & Execution
- Lead and manage the implementation of solutions for test automation, CI/CD, and DevOps for Client teams.
- Champion a shift-left quality mindset within a dynamic, fast-paced Agile environment.
- Continuously assess Quality Engineering capabilities against organizational needs, developing pilots, POCs, and implementation plans to close gaps.
- Evaluate, pilot, and scale AI-powered testing and coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or specialized AI test automation platforms) to boost Client teams’ productivity and automate repetitive QA workflows.
Cross-Functional Alignment
- Partner with developers and technology leaders to drive quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Serve as a GQE representative in Scrum ceremonies and cross-functional discussions.
- Clearly communicate technical concepts, quality risks, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Operational Excellence
- Develop and continuously improve testing, quality assurance, and defect remediation processes.
- Assess risk associated with identified defects and establish appropriate priority and severity levels.
- Provide a holistic assessment of data quality across existing implementations and new feature development.
- Develop data validation tests aligned with business and technical requirements within an Agile delivery methodology.
Qualifications
Required
- 8+ years of testing experience in an Agile Software Development methodology.
- 5+ years leading projects with minimal supervision.
- 5+ years of people management experience, working with on-site and offshore teams.
- 5+ years testing consumer-facing applications on WebCTV and built-in CTV platforms.
- 5+ years developing test automation scripts using object-oriented frameworks (Selenium/WebDriver, Java).
- Experience with Test Harness (TestNG), version control (GIT), SQL, CI/CD tools (Jenkins), build tools (Maven), debugging tools (Charles/Fiddler), Agile management tools (JIRA), and test management tools (TestRail).
- Deep understanding of streaming playback fundamentals, with proven experience testing across WebCTV platforms (smart TVs, streaming devices) and hands-on use of QoE monitoring tools (e.g., Conviva, Mux) to identify and triage device-specific playback defects.
- Hands-on knowledge of modern AI-powered testing and coding assistants, with the ability to evaluate, pilot, and scale AI tools that automate regression testing and enhance requirement validation.
Preferred
- 2+ years of performance testing experience using commercial or open-source tools (jMeter, Curl, WebPageTest, etc.).
- Working knowledge of NoSQL databases (MongoDB, etc.).
- Experience working with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or a comparable field, and/or equivalent work experience.
#L1-TG1
Paramount Streaming, a division within Paramount Global, is the home to the company's direct-to-consumer services spanning free and paid in the form of Pluto TV and Paramount+. Pluto TV is the global leader in free ad-supported TV, delivering more than 1,400 global channels and an extensive library of streaming content, including live and original channels. Paramount+, digital subscription video-on-demand and live streaming service, combines live sports, breaking news, and A Mountain of Entertainment™. Paramount+ features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including SHOWTIME®.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $124,000.00 - 186,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.
- Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here.
- Generous paid time off.
- Complimentary subscriptions to HBO Max, Paramount+, and other Skydance streaming services and digital news products.
- Robust employee engagement opportunities, including access to exclusive screenings and events, speaker series, volunteer activities and more.
Skydance is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)
We embrace the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit. In line with the laws of the country or region in which the role is based, this includes consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, union status or any other category protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation during the job application and/or recruitment process. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
Burbank, CA, US, 91505
Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.
Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled.
Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day.
If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO!
Job Title
Manager, Software Quality Assurance Engineering
Team
Global Quality Engineering (GQE)
Location
Burbank, CA (on-site)
Job Description
Overview
Paramount is seeking a Manager, Software Quality Assurance Engineering to lead the design and build-out of testing infrastructure supporting Paramount’s large-scale software development and deployment ecosystem. This role goes beyond traditional testing. You will drive a shift-left quality culture, anticipate risks and failure points before they reach customers or production, and represent GQE in Scrum ceremonies and cross-functional discussions.
You will manage and mentor a team of quality engineers, partner with engineering leaders at a technical level, and provide strategic input on test coverage, automation, reliability, and overall software quality across consumer-facing platforms.
This role requires a blend of hands-on QA/automation expertise, people leadership across on-site and offshore teams, and the ability to evaluate and scale modern AI-powered testing tools.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & People Management
- Lead virtual, geographically dispersed teams, fostering collaboration across locations and time zones.
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and coaching to help team members grow and perform at their highest potential.
- Manage people across on-site and offshore teams.
Technical Strategy & Execution
- Lead and manage the implementation of solutions for test automation, CI/CD, and DevOps for Client teams.
- Champion a shift-left quality mindset within a dynamic, fast-paced Agile environment.
- Continuously assess Quality Engineering capabilities against organizational needs, developing pilots, POCs, and implementation plans to close gaps.
- Evaluate, pilot, and scale AI-powered testing and coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or specialized AI test automation platforms) to boost Client teams’ productivity and automate repetitive QA workflows.
Cross-Functional Alignment
- Partner with developers and technology leaders to drive quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Serve as a GQE representative in Scrum ceremonies and cross-functional discussions.
- Clearly communicate technical concepts, quality risks, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Operational Excellence
- Develop and continuously improve testing, quality assurance, and defect remediation processes.
- Assess risk associated with identified defects and establish appropriate priority and severity levels.
- Provide a holistic assessment of data quality across existing implementations and new feature development.
- Develop data validation tests aligned with business and technical requirements within an Agile delivery methodology.
Qualifications
Required
- 8+ years of testing experience in an Agile Software Development methodology.
- 5+ years leading projects with minimal supervision.
- 5+ years of people management experience, working with on-site and offshore teams.
- 5+ years testing consumer-facing applications on WebCTV and built-in CTV platforms.
- 5+ years developing test automation scripts using object-oriented frameworks (Selenium/WebDriver, Java).
- Experience with Test Harness (TestNG), version control (GIT), SQL, CI/CD tools (Jenkins), build tools (Maven), debugging tools (Charles/Fiddler), Agile management tools (JIRA), and test management tools (TestRail).
- Deep understanding of streaming playback fundamentals, with proven experience testing across WebCTV platforms (smart TVs, streaming devices) and hands-on use of QoE monitoring tools (e.g., Conviva, Mux) to identify and triage device-specific playback defects.
- Hands-on knowledge of modern AI-powered testing and coding assistants, with the ability to evaluate, pilot, and scale AI tools that automate regression testing and enhance requirement validation.
Preferred
- 2+ years of performance testing experience using commercial or open-source tools (jMeter, Curl, WebPageTest, etc.).
- Working knowledge of NoSQL databases (MongoDB, etc.).
- Experience working with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or a comparable field, and/or equivalent work experience.
#L1-TG1
Paramount Streaming, a division within Paramount Global, is the home to the company's direct-to-consumer services spanning free and paid in the form of Pluto TV and Paramount+. Pluto TV is the global leader in free ad-supported TV, delivering more than 1,400 global channels and an extensive library of streaming content, including live and original channels. Paramount+, digital subscription video-on-demand and live streaming service, combines live sports, breaking news, and A Mountain of Entertainment™. Paramount+ features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including SHOWTIME®.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $124,000.00 - 186,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.
- Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here.
- Generous paid time off.
- Complimentary subscriptions to HBO Max, Paramount+, and other Skydance streaming services and digital news products.
- Robust employee engagement opportunities, including access to exclusive screenings and events, speaker series, volunteer activities and more.
Skydance is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)
We embrace the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit. In line with the laws of the country or region in which the role is based, this includes consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, union status or any other category protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation during the job application and/or recruitment process. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in software quality assurance jobs.
- Proficiency with test automation frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright
- Experience writing and executing manual and automated test cases and test plans
- Familiarity with Agile or Scrum development workflows and sprint ceremonies
- Knowledge of API testing tools such as Postman or REST Assured
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field
- ISTQB Foundation Level certification or equivalent quality assurance credential
Tips for Your Software Quality Assurance Job Search
Quantify defects caught on your resume
List the bug counts, release cycles you protected, or test coverage percentages you achieved rather than listing responsibilities. Hiring managers for software quality assurance roles want evidence you reduced risk, not a description of your daily tasks.
Tailor automation tool names to each listing
Swap Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, or Appium to the exact tools named in the job description. Applicant tracking systems for software quality assurance roles often filter by tool name before a human ever reads your resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists software quality assurance openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by testing methodology
Search for Agile, shift-left, or behavior-driven development alongside your job title to surface roles that match how you actually work. A mismatch in methodology is one of the fastest ways to wash out of a software quality assurance interview.
Demonstrate exploratory testing in interviews
Interviewers frequently hand you a live app and ask you to find bugs in real time. Practice narrating your thinking aloud, grouping findings by severity, and explaining why each issue matters to the end user before your interview.
Negotiate using scope, not just title
When discussing offers, ask about test suite ownership, access to production data, and whether you set QA strategy or execute someone else's. These factors shape day-to-day authority and your growth path far more than job title alone.
Software Quality Assurance Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most software quality assurances?
The companies hiring the most software quality assurances right now include Fortinet, Medpace, and BAE Systems USA, with the largest share of openings in California, Virginia, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to cluster around software product companies, healthcare technology vendors, and financial services firms with regulated release cycles.
How many software quality assurance jobs are remote?
About 50% of software quality assurance openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making it one of the more remote-accessible roles in technology. Test automation engineers and QA analysts working on web or API products see the highest share of remote postings, while hardware-dependent and embedded QA roles are more likely to require an on-site presence.
How do you become a software quality assurance?
Start by building foundational knowledge in software testing concepts, including the software development life cycle, test case design, and bug reporting. Learn at least one automation framework such as Selenium or Cypress through hands-on projects. Earn an entry-level certification like ISTQB Foundation to validate your skills, then apply to QA analyst roles where you can grow into automation and performance testing over time.
Can you get hired in software quality assurance with no experience?
Yes, entry-level software quality assurance roles exist specifically for candidates without professional experience, particularly at companies that prioritize manual testing before automation. Build a portfolio of documented test plans, bug reports, and exploratory testing walkthroughs on a public app or open-source project. Emphasizing attention to detail, structured thinking, and any coursework in testing methodology strengthens your application when professional experience is limited.
What does the software quality assurance interview process look like?
Most software quality assurance interview processes include an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone interview covering testing concepts and tool familiarity, and a practical exercise where you write test cases or find bugs in a live or mock application. Final rounds often include a panel discussion with engineering leads who probe your understanding of risk-based testing, defect lifecycle management, and how you prioritize coverage under tight deadlines.
Where can I find and apply to software quality assurance jobs?
You can find and apply to software quality assurance jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search roles by location, seniority, or specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and goals.
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