Senior Software Design Engineer, Testing Infrastructure at Mattermost

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Technology, Defense, Security, Critical InfrastructureIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Responsibilities

Lead a company-wide transformation of test automation and quality engineering strategy, partnering directly with Mattermost’s founders and engineering leadership
Define and own the vision and roadmap for Mattermost’s testing and quality engineering infrastructure
Architect scalable, intelligent testing frameworks that integrate seamlessly into CI/CD pipelines and distributed engineering workflows
Establish and enforce testing standards, best practices, and quality metrics across engineering teams
Influence and mentor engineers to adopt shift-left testing, testability-focused design, and quality-first development practices
Partner with engineering leadership to align testing strategies with product and platform roadmaps
Design systems, tools, and processes that enable developers to create, run, and maintain high-quality automated tests with ease
Lead the integration of AI/LLM technologies into the testing strategy—including intelligent test generation, analysis, and reporting
Build visibility and trust in quality signals through advanced reporting and improved observability of product reliability and test effectiveness
Drive continuous improvement by researching, evaluating, and championing emerging testing methodologies and technologies
Foster a culture of technical excellence in testing architecture, ensuring quality is a shared responsibility across all engineering teams

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Test AutomationQuality EngineeringTesting InfrastructureTest FrameworksAI-driven TestingSoftware TestingScalable SystemsObservability

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the key responsibilities of this Senior Software Design Engineer role?

The role involves leading a company-wide transformation of test automation and quality engineering, defining the vision and roadmap for testing infrastructure, architecting scalable testing frameworks for CI/CD pipelines, and establishing testing standards.

Is this position remote or does it require a specific location?

This information is not specified in the job description. Non-US applicants in Canada, the UK, Germany, or Spain should apply to location-specific postings.

What are Mattermost's core values?

Mattermost's core values are Customer Obsession, Earn Trust, Self Awareness, Ownership, and High Impact.

Who will this role partner with?

The role partners directly with Mattermost’s founders, CEO, and engineering leadership.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A visionary senior engineer with expertise in test automation, quality engineering, scalable frameworks, CI/CD integration, and the ability to lead strategic transformations and partner with executive leadership.

Mattermost

Secure collaboration platform for technical teams

About Mattermost

Mattermost provides a secure collaboration hub specifically designed for technical teams. Its platform allows users to communicate in real-time, share files and code snippets, and automate workflows, all while maintaining a high level of security and control over data. Users can customize the platform to fit their needs and deploy it in various environments. Mattermost integrates with essential tools like GitHub and GitLab, enabling teams to streamline their workflows within a single interface. Unlike many competitors, Mattermost offers both premium features, such as advanced compliance and admin controls, and an open-source version, allowing for greater flexibility and customization. The company's goal is to enhance productivity and security for teams working in complex operational settings.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$68.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries

51-200Employees