Software Quality Engineering Manager

Cisco

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Hybrid

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Boxborough, MA
Salary
$166,300–$238,300 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Nov 1, 2026

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Similar $196k
This role $202k
$139k most similar roles pay here $249k

This role pays more than 55% of similar roles. Most pay $164,999–$226,362 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $202k versus about $196k for comparable roles.

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About Cisco

Cisco Systems is the world''s leading networking technology company, designing and manufacturing networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and cybersecurity solutions for businesses and governments. Industry: Networking Technology & Cybersecurity

Cisco currently has 193 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $167,700–$245,200 across 193 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Software Quality Engineering Manager

The Software Quality Engineering Manager joins the Secure Client Quality Assurance team to lead quality assurance strategy and execution for desktop and mobile platforms. This role involves driving the adoption of AI-enabled testing frameworks, automation tools, and validation methodologies to enhance product security and reliability. The manager will mentor QA engineers, guide technical excellence in automation and AI/ML validation, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders like engineering and product management to align quality goals with customer needs. Key responsibilities include developing test plans, managing defect tracking, and overseeing CI/CD environments. The role requires expertise in cybersecurity, networking, identity, and zero trust technologies while utilizing tools for performance testing and AI model validation. This position addresses the critical challenge of ensuring high-quality endpoint security solutions for enterprise customers through innovative, automated testing processes.

What you'll do

  • Lead the quality assurance strategy for Cisco Secure Client across desktop and mobile platforms.
  • Drive the adoption of AI-enabled testing frameworks and automation tools to accelerate release confidence.
  • Develop QA strategies, test plans, and validation processes for enterprise software products.
  • Mentor QA engineers and provide technical guidance on automation and AI/ML validation.
  • Advocate for quality best practices and responsible AI integration across the organization.
  • Manage defect tracking and performance testing within CI/CD environments.
  • Align quality goals with customer needs by collaborating with engineering, product management, and support teams.

What we're looking for

  • 10+ years of experience in software quality assurance, cybersecurity, cloud, IT, or related technical fields.
  • Leadership experience leading one or more teams.
  • Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience, Master's with 8+ years, or PhD with 5+ years of related experience.
  • Experience testing desktop and mobile applications using automation frameworks and AI/ML-based testing tools.
  • Experience developing QA strategies, test plans, and validation processes for enterprise software products.
  • Experience with QA automation methodologies, performance testing, defect tracking, and CI/CD environments.
  • Knowledge of AI, machine learning, endpoint security, networking, identity, and zero trust technologies (preferred).
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance on AI integration and quality best practices (preferred).

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