[Remote] Staff Quality Engineer at Boulevard

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, SaaS, Self-CareIndustries

Requirements

Systems Thinking: See the entire delivery lifecycle, from commit to production as a system that can be instrumented, improved, and made more reliable
Hands-On Experience: Proven experience in quality engineering (description cuts off but implies direct, practical expertise)

Responsibilities

Establish, build and support common test infrastructure, frameworks and test suites across services: unit tests, integration tests, end-to-end tests
Integrate automated testing frameworks into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring testing is seamless for new changes and releases
Use developer experience (DevEx) and quality metrics (e.g., incident rate, unit-test coverage, integration coverage, escaped defects, lead time for changes) to identify risk areas and focus testing efforts to drive quality improvements
Collaborate closely with development teams, reliability engineers and platform engineers to define, implement and iterate on testing strategies, test plans and quality objectives
Work with staff-augmented (contract or embedded) engineers and internal resources to design and build tests, using tools such as Cypress and Playwright for end-to-end testing of new features with a goal of automation to detect and prevent regressions
Own the vision for how QA and testing evolve at the company exploring and implementing AI-driven testing tools, automation assistants, test generation, anomaly detection, etc
Communicate clearly with stakeholders (engineering leadership, product, platform) about quality status, risk, test metrics and improvements; help steer release readiness

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Test AutomationCI/CDQuality EngineeringQA PracticesAI ToolsCloudReliability Engineering

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What will I be doing as a Staff Quality Engineer?

You'll establish and support test infrastructure, frameworks, and test suites across services including unit, integration, and end-to-end tests, integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines, and use DevEx and quality metrics to drive improvements.

Who will I report to in this role?

You will report to the Director of Cloud & Reliability.

What are the foundational principles of the Cloud & Reliability group?

The group operates on four principles: Reliable Infrastructure for stability and security, Developer Productivity to empower builders, Clear ownership with accountability and collaboration, and Long-term Focus to engineer for tomorrow.

Is this a hands-on role with growth opportunities?

Yes, this is a hands-on role with opportunities for growth, focused on shaping quality engineering practices.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Boulevard

Business management platform for beauty services

About Boulevard

Boulevard provides a business management platform specifically designed for service-based businesses in the beauty and wellness industry. The platform includes tools for booking appointments, managing inventory, and enhancing customer interactions through features like customizable intake forms, two-way messaging, self-check-in, and automated arrival alerts. It allows businesses to create detailed client profiles that track past visits and purchases, enabling personalized service and stronger client relationships. Boulevard's one-tap tipping feature encourages upsells and pre-bookings, while its Software as a Service (SaaS) model charges clients a subscription fee for access. The platform is recognized for its user-friendly design and effectiveness in improving operational efficiency, setting it apart from competitors.

West Hollywood, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$105.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

100% Health, dental, & vision coverage

Flexible vacation & PTO

Quarterly bonus

401k Match

Boulevard bucks

WFH perks

Risks

Emerging competitors offer similar features at lower costs, threatening Boulevard's market share.

Economic downturns may reduce spending in the beauty industry, affecting Boulevard's revenue.

Data privacy concerns with third-party integrations could lead to regulatory scrutiny.

Differentiation

Boulevard offers a comprehensive platform tailored for the beauty and wellness industry.

The platform integrates client self-scheduling, CRM, and payment processing seamlessly.

Boulevard's focus on personalized services enhances customer experience and operational efficiency.

Upsides

Boulevard achieved a 122% increase in annual recurring revenue in 2022.

The company launched Boulevard Capital to provide growth funding for self-care businesses.

Boulevard's enhanced Google integration improves booking efficiency for medspas and salons.

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