Manager QA

Security Compass; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm located in Toronto is seeking a QA Manager to own quality outcomes across the product lifecycle. You will lead a QA strategy emphasizing automation and collaboration within cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates should have over 7 years of experience in software quality engineering and significant mentoring experience. This role supports a remote-first work model with a focus on team connection. Competitive salary range offered between CAD 120,000 - 137,500.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Unlimited vacation

Dedicated learning & growth budget

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in software quality engineering.
• 2+ years of experience leading or mentoring QA/SDET engineers.
• Proven ability to own test strategy and release readiness.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the QA strategy and execution.
• Leverage AI-assisted testing to optimize QA workflows.
• Collaborate closely with Product and Engineering teams.

Skills

Hands-on experience in software quality engineering

Leadership or mentoring QA/SDET engineers

Cross-functional communication

Testing Automation practices

Tools

Cypress

Selenium

Playwright

Python

NodeJs

K6

Linux/Darwin OS

Job description

Security Compass empowers organizations to build secure software by design. Our flagship platform, SD Elements, integrates seamlessly into DevSecOps workflows, delivering actionable, traceable security requirements. Devici, our intuitive threat modeling solution, helps teams design more securely by identifying risks early in the development cycle. To complement these tools, Security Compass Application Security Training offers immersive, hands-on experiences that sharpen practical secure coding skills. Together, these solutions position Security Compass as a leader in proactive application security.

As QA Manager, you’ll be reporting to the Vice President, Engineering. You will own quality outcomes across the product lifecycle, combining hands-on QA leadership with strong cross-functional collaboration to drive predictable, high-quality releases.

We are open to candidates across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). We are a remote-first company with a head-office in Toronto. We don’t mandate team members to come in on a particular schedule, however we encourage team members to come into the office to foster connection with their colleagues on a schedule that works for them personally.

What you’ll do

• Own and drive the QA strategy and execution, applying standardized QA practices with a strong focus on automation to ensure consistency across teams
• Leverage AI-assisted testing and intelligent automation tools to optimize QA workflows, improve test effectiveness, and accelerate feedback cycles across the development lifecycle
• Ensure timely test planning and execution for all releases, including regression coordination and release quality sign-off
• Collaborate closely with the Product and Engineering to embed quality early in the development lifecycle
• Influence without authority and drive alignment with cross-functional teams
• Drive effective use of test automation as part of the overall quality strategy to improve coverage, speed, and release confidence
• Continuously evolve processes, tooling, and practices to improve quality, efficiency, and release confidence.
• Lead, mentor, and grow QA engineers while fostering a strong quality-first culture.
• Define and track key quality metrics to improve release confidence and reduce defect leakage and support data-informed decision-making.

What you’ll need to succeed

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in software quality engineering.
• 2+ years of experience leading or mentoring QA/SDET engineers, ideally in a player-coach capacity.
• Experience mentoring others and fostering a culture of ownership, and accountability.
• Proven ability to own test strategy, release readiness, and regression prevention for complex systems.
• Comfortable staying hands-on while setting direction and standards for the team.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills with the ability to influence without authority.
• Tools familiarity with - Cypress, Selenium, Playwright, Python, NodeJs, K6, Linux/Darwin OS’.
• Strong testing Automation practices are necessary.
• Nice to Have:
  • Exposure to or interest in applying AI-assisted testing or automation tools to improve test coverage, efficiency, or quality insights.

Why Security Compass?

• Meaningful Work. We contribute towards making technology in the world more secure and our vision is one of a world where we can trust technology.
• Trust. It’s important to us that you trust those you work with and are empowered to be yourself. To build this trust and transparency, we encourage open, respectful communication.
• Innovation. We encourage you to explore ideas and test new theories, both in your work and in your individual career development plan.
• Growth. We make your growth and learning a priority by allocating all our employees with a dedicated learning & growth budget. We give our team members tools and support to be the drivers of their careers and encourage knowledge sharing.
• Life-Work Integration. We create an environment where you can integrate your work with life in a way that makes sense for you with our hybrid or remote working model, flexible work hours, and unlimited vacation!
• Fun. We could not have good culture without good fun, and we don’t underestimate its importance. Our casual atmosphere promotes camaraderie, fun and helps bring people together.
• Embracing Diversity, Inclusion and Equity. We speak up for inclusion and celebrate diversity in thought. Our goal is to create a safe, equitable workplace where everyone feels like they belong.

What does the interview process look like?

Phone Interview – You’ll start with a 15–20-minute phone screen with someone from our Recruitment team to learn more about your background and goals for your next role.

Technical Interview - A formal technical discussion with the Director of Engineering and a Senior QA Engineer, focused on your technical experience and approach to quality and automation.

Practical - A discussion-based practical involving scenario questions to think through and talk through in the next step.

Hiring Manager Interview - A conversation with the VP of Engineering, including a 20-minute discussion focused on practical experience and real-world application.

Culture-Add Interview – A 30-minute virtual meeting with either our Chief People & Culture Officer or CEO to learn how your values align with our CCOAR values of Customer Focus, Collaboration, Ownership, Authenticity and Respect.

Note: We use an AI-enabled interview tool (BrightHire) to support note-taking and review during the hiring process. The AI does not make decisions — it simply assists our hiring team. All decisions are made by people. Please let us know if you have questions about this.

Security Compass is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require any accommodation, please inform [e-mail] so that an inclusive and barrier free process can be provided for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process. All information provided will be addressed confidentially.

$120,000 - $137,500 CAD