Software Engineering Manager, Test Platform

SentinelOne

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Hybrid
Location
Prague, Czech RepublicBrno, Czech Republic
Posted
2 days ago
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About SentinelOne

SentinelOne is a cybersecurity company that provides an AI-powered extended detection and response (XDR) platform. Its Singularity platform delivers autonomous endpoint, cloud, and identity protection for enterprises.

SentinelOne currently has 45 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Software Engineering Manager, Test Platform

As a Software Engineering Manager - Test Platform, you will lead the SaaS Test Platform Service team to establish operational objectives, work plans, and quality strategies for the Singularity platform. You will manage and grow a team of automation and software engineers, translating organizational strategy into test frameworks, tools, and services that improve developer experience and product quality. Your daily responsibilities include championing automated test frameworks, Docker-based environments, and cloud validation across AWS and GCP while integrating AI-powered tools into the validation lifecycle. You will build internal enablement functions covering the full test pyramid, including unit, component, integration, end-to-end, and persona-based testing. The role requires expertise in Python (Pytest), TypeScript (Playwright), and containerization to solve complex quality engineering challenges within a high-scale SaaS environment while fostering a culture of excellence and technical growth for your team.

What does a Software Engineering Manager earn?

Median $223750 from 116 postings across 39 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Establish operational objectives, work plans, and quality strategies for software development across all lifecycle phases.
  • Manage, mentor, and grow a team of test automation and software engineers through performance reviews and career development.
  • Oversee the development of internal tools, frameworks, and services to improve developer experience and product quality.
  • Champion the adoption of automated test frameworks, Docker environments, and AI-powered tools in the validation lifecycle.
  • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align on requirements, schedules, and technical priorities for testing coverage.
  • Drive platform adoption through documentation, internal evangelism, and providing quick feedback loops for other engineering teams.
  • Define and track key performance metrics such as test flakiness, pipeline reliability, and time-to-onboard.
  • Lead the continuous improvement of testing methodologies and share best practices across the wider organization.

What we're looking for

  • Experience as an individual contributor in software quality assurance, validation engineering, or test automation.
  • Experience managing or leading a team of 5 or more engineers, or strong readiness to step into people management.
  • Domain expertise in test frameworks, automation, and quality engineering to lead technical conversations with senior staff levels.
  • Proficiency with Python (Pytest), TypeScript (Playwright), Docker containerization, and AWS/GCP cloud environments.
  • Experience designing or scaling an internal developer platform or "paved road" testing model.
  • Solid grasp of the full test pyramid including unit, component, integration, E2E, and persona-based testing.
  • Experience setting quality engineering strategy, budgets, work plans, and policies for cross-team operations.
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate with peer managers, directors, and cross-functional stakeholders.

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