Software Manager, Test Automation

Teamwork makes the stream work.
Roku is changing how the world watches TV

Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.

From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.

About the team

We are the New Product Introduction team responsible for introducing new Roku TVs to the market. We work on everything required to bring a new product to market from concept phase to mass production. We work with vendors and channel partners along with various teams within Roku to make sure we can bring high quality products to our customers.

About the role

As an Embedded SW QA Manager at Roku, you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of experienced automation engineers. You will play a critical role in shaping the automation strategy, driving efficiency, and ensuring high-quality software releases. If you are passionate about automation, enjoy leading teams, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of Roku TV products.

What you will be doing

• Hire, mentor, and manage a high-performance team, fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
• Architect and implement robust, scalable automation frameworks tailored for TV OS testing, ensuring seamless integration with CI/CD pipelines.
• Defining test automation strategy by establishing best practices for automation testing, balancing test coverage, execution speed, and reliability.
• Work closely with software developers, QA engineers, and product managers to align automation efforts with business and technical objectives.
• Identify bottlenecks, enhance automation pipelines, and introduce cutting-edge tools and methodologies to accelerate product delivery.

We're excited if you have

• 8+ years of experience in designing and implementing scalable automation frameworks for embedded systems, smart TV platforms, or consumer electronics.
• 3+ years working as a manager or similar role with experience in hiring, mentoring, and managing automation engineers, including setting goals and defining team processes.
• Expertise in UI, API, and system-level test automation for TV OS or similar platforms.  Proficiency in Python.
• Experience integrating automation frameworks into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI.
• Knowledge of software development best practices, version control (Git), and debugging techniques.
• Ability to drive root cause analysis (RCA) and improve defect detection through automation.
• Hands-on experience developing automation and testing smart TV applications, embedded systems, or streaming platforms is a plus.
• Exposure to Machine Learning or AI-driven test automation for smart TV platforms is a plus.
• Bachelor's and/or master's degree in computer science or equivalent.
• AI literacy and curiosity

Benefits

Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.

The Roku Culture

Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV.

We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.

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