About Platform.sh

Platform.sh is Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) that removes the complexities of cloud infrastructure management and optimizes development-to-production workflows, reducing the time it takes to build and deploy applications. Delivering efficiency, reliability, and security, giving development teams both control and peace of mind. Built for developers, by developers.

Adopted and loved by 16,000+ developers, 7,000 customers, and for nearly a decade Platform.sh has been providing innovative capabilities that serve as the launchpad for creative development teams’ out-of-the-box thinking.

We provide 24x7 support, managed cloud infrastructure, and automated security and compliance with an all-in-one PaaS. We give our customers complete control over their data by keeping applications secure and available around the clock.

Platformers are a remote, global workforce, and we thrive in a multicultural team. We are committed to open source and an open, welcoming environment. Our team spans the globe and the experience spectrum. What's our commonality, our cultural fabric? A curious spirit and a thirst for knowledge; an eagerness for innovative ideas and cultures. We believe we can build anything together in an environment that frees you to do your best work.

Bring your expertise and enthusiasm to our growing, global organization. Your contributions, collaboration, and unique point of view are recognized and valued here.

Impact of a QA Lead

As the QA Engineering Lead, you will establish and guide the Quality Assurance function across engineering. More than a tester, you are a strategist and hands-on leader who brings structure, consistency, and rigor to how we test, moving the organization toward a cohesive and scalable approach to quality.

You will be instrumental in building a culture of quality, stabilizing releases, driving automation, expanding integration and end-to-end testing, and reducing the number of bugs that reach production. By embedding structure and process into our testing efforts, you will lead the shift toward robust automated testing across all applications.

Your impact will be seen in stronger releases, greater reliability, and a shared commitment to quality across the entire engineering organization.

What to expect

• Lead QA Strategy: Own and drive the QA function by creating a consistent testing approach across all systems to ensure both reliability and speed of delivery.
• Unify Testing Practices: Develop and implement streamlined testing methods that bring alignment across components and teams.
• Define a QA Roadmap: Conduct gap analysis, propose solutions, and introduce new tools or frameworks to strengthen our testing capabilities.
• Build Testing Infrastructure: Design and maintain robust infrastructure for APIs, including performance, data consistency, and stability checks.
• Enhance Stability: Improve the performance and resilience of existing testing frameworks to increase confidence in every release.
• Increase Visibility: Establish systems that provide clear reporting on test coverage and results.
• Provide Leadership: Mentor engineers, fostering best practices in testing and code quality while building a strong culture of quality.

What you bring

• Proven Leadership in QA: Significant experience driving QA functions and establishing scalable processes across engineering organizations.
• Automation Expertise: Deep knowledge of designing and implementing automated testing strategies and frameworks for complex systems.
• Distributed Systems Experience: Hands-on success in building testing approaches that address interactions, dependencies, and failure scenarios across microservices.
• Technical Depth in Testing: Strong practical experience with API testing, performance testing, and end-to-end test automation.
• Culture of Quality: Ability to establish QA processes and embed a culture of quality across an engineering organization.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Strong skills in bringing structure, clarity, and solutions to complex or ambiguous challenges.

Bonus Points for

• Experience working in a PaaS (Platform as a Service) or a similar complex, distributed systems environment. 
• Familiarity with building and maintaining testing infrastructure within modern CI/CD pipelines, extra bonus points for Continuous AI experience
• Python or Golang programming experience for test automation or tooling.
• Familiarity with test-case management software (e.g., TestRail or similar).

Where we hire

At Platform.sh, remote work isn't just a trend - it's our foundation. The freedom of remote work with the support of a diverse, global team has been our successful model for nearly a decade. Our culture celebrates flexibility and collaboration, and while we have team members in over 30 countries around the globe, we are currently focused on hiring for this role in Canada, France, Germany, Spain, and the United Kingdom. Although we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates who are legally authorized to work in these countries. 

How we hire

We know that a great hire won’t meet every requirement that we’ve outlined. If you can see yourself elevating the team, we want to hear your story. Few of us would be here had we not taken a chance.   

You can expect 4 interviews on Google Meet to follow the order below. Should you successfully move through the entire process you will have the opportunity to meet with a variety of Platformers. Our goal is to ensure you can make the most informed decision on whether this role, and our culture aligns with what you’re looking for in your future working environment. 

1. 45 Minutes with Talent Acquisition 
2. 60 Minutes with Hiring Manager (Senior Director, Front End Engineering)
3. 60 Minutes with Team (IC & Director, Engineering)
4. 45 Minutes with Executive (VP, Engineering)

All roles require background checks.

What we offer

💡 A product you can believe in - Join us in transforming how businesses build and manage web applications, driven making a positive impact as a proud B Corp.

🏆 An Award-Winning Workplace - We’ve been recognized by Forbes’ Top 30 Companies for Remote Jobs and France’s Best Workplaces for Women.

🗣️ A culture that values your voice - Join a flexible, open, and inclusive work environment where your voice is encouraged, and your ideas shape our growth and evolution.

🌎 A global team - Collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds across the world, embracing different perspectives

🎉 Benefits and perks - Make the most of what matters to you

🩺 Healthcare coverage 

🏝 Flexible PTO

📈 Company stock options

🧠 Professional development budget

💻 Office equipment budget

💆‍♀️ Wellness budget

🧳 Annual team gatherings

🛜 Internet reimbursement

👶 Inclusive parental leave

✈️ Remote work travel program

You belong here

At Platform.sh, we celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. We embrace and value different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, because they make us stronger as a team. Whoever you are, wherever you're from, and whatever path you've taken, you are welcome here. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, connect with others, and share your passion. If you need accommodations at any stage of our hiring process, please let us know. We're here to ensure an accessible and comfortable experience for you.