You know the moment. Its the first notes of that song you love the intro to your favorite movie or simply the sound of someone you love saying hello. Its in these moments that sound matters most.

At Bose we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth. Weve dedicated ourselves to improving it for nearly 60 years. And were passionate down to our bones about making whatever youre listening to a little more magical.

The Engineering team at Bose is a thriving passionate deeply skilled team of professionals from a broad range of disciplines and experiences who share a common goalto create products that provide transformative sound experiences.

Job Description

Think you know Bose Look closer.

Weve spent more than 60 years finding new ways to bring quality audio products to peoplein their homes in cars planes and just about anywhere else that there is a possibility to enjoy music. Our legendary QuietComfort noise cancelling headphones SoundLink Mini Bluetooth speaker or Wave music system may ring a bell with you. Bose relies on exceptional people to create and deliver those products to our customers.

The future of consumer electronics at Bose isnt just about our award-winning speakers or headphones. It is about the consumer experience as enabled by product features and service offerings. It is about making everyday life easier and more enjoyable. Its about connected products to consumers world including social media entertainment and communications. Helping people reach their fullest human potential so they can feel more do more and be more.

At Bose were obsessed with delivering amazing experiences through superior technology and design. When you join our team youll work with Bose products to delight millions of customers around the globe for years to come. This is a unique opportunity to do the most impactful work of your career.

Today were focused on enriching everyday life through connected intelligent and immersive product experiences. Our vision blends exceptional design intuitive software and meaningful technology. And none of it happens without incredible people.

About the Role

The Software QA Automation Manager will lead the transformation of our automation teamelevating test practices scaling automation infrastructure and mentoring top talent.

Youll work on some of Boses most iconic and innovative productsincluding headphones earbuds Bluetooth speakers and home theater systemsand play a key role in improving software quality across Bluetooth devices and mobile platforms. This is your chance to modernize how we test and make a big impact on how millions of people experience sound.

What Youll Do

• Lead & Inspire
  • Manage and mentor a growing team of QA automation engineers
  • Foster a culture of ownership learning and continuous improvement
• Modernize QA
  • Redesign and scale test automation frameworks
  • Introduce smart reliable test strategies for fast feedback and early defect detection
• Collaborate Across Teams
  • Partner with developers architects product owners and other QA leaders
  • Integrate quality into all phases of the software development lifecycle
• Own Automation Strategy
  • Develop test plans define appropriate test suites and build tools to test functionality performance and stability
  • Drive test execution and reporting with tools like Jenkins TestRail and AWS
• Champion Quality
  • Promote best practices in CI/CD and automated regression
  • Ensure robust validation of Bluetooth connectivity and mobile interactions (iOS Android)
• Track Progress
  • Implement and report on quality KPIs
  • Provide clear status updates and risk assessments

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent
• 10 years industry experience in QA or Software Engineering
• 15 years experience designing implementing and executing automated tests
• 5 years of people management
• Experience with Python and other scripting languages
• Experience using common automation frameworks
• Familiarity with version control bug tracking and CI / CD systems and procedures
• Expertise with Bluetooth WiFi or other networking protocols.
• Experience with basic lab equipment (Bluetooth analyzers)
• Keen sense of ownership passionate fast learner detail-oriented analytical mindset perfection seeker
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience with Android iOS or other mobile application development ortesting

Bose is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic information national origin age disability veteran status or any other legally protected characteristics. The EEOCs Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal Poster is available here: Bose is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application interviewing completing any pre-employment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to Please include Application Accommodation Request in the subject of the email.

Our goal is to create an atmosphere where every candidate feels supported and empowered in the interviewing process. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our success and we believe that providing reasonable accommodation is not only a legal obligation but also a fundamental aspect of our commitment to being an employer of choice. We recognize that individuals may have different needs and requirements based on their abilities and we provide reasonable accommodations to ensure ideal conditions are met during the application process.