Manager, Test Engineering

Kestra PWS; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Test Engineering Manager to lead their data engineering team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the quality of data platforms and pipelines, requiring a blend of leadership and hands-on engineering skills. You will mentor engineers, define testing strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality. The company offers a dynamic environment that fosters innovation and independence, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about data engineering and quality assurance.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Vision Insurance

Dental Coverage

401(k) Plans

Legal Services

Car Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing test engineering teams in data-centric environments.
• Strong Python skills with a focus on automation and data validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of test engineers and define testing strategies for data engineering.
• Develop automation frameworks and data validation tools using Python and SQL.

Skills

Python

SQL

Test Engineering

Data Validation

Automation

UI Automation

CI/CD

Stakeholder Management

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Snowflake

Selenium

Cypress

Playwright

SQL Server

Databricks

Job description

Encino Building #2, Austin, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:00 AM

ABOUT US:

Kestra Holdings offers industry-leading wealth management platforms for independent wealth management professionals nationwide. With an innovative culture that celebrates independence, the company seeks to redefine the future of the advisory industry through superior service, cutting-edge technology, and preeminent resources that every financial professional needs to succeed in the market now and in the years to come.

Kestra Holdings companies collectively oversee $123 billion in assets under administration (AUA) and support more than 2,400+ independent financial professionals across the country in delivering comprehensive securities, trust, and investment advisory services to their clients. Located in the “Silicon Hills” of Austin, Texas, Kestra Holdings offers an experience as unique as the city in which it operates.

We are seeking a seasoned Test Engineering Manager to lead and grow our test engineering function within the Data Engineering team. This role is critical to ensuring the quality and integrity of our data platforms, pipelines, and products. The ideal candidate is not only an experienced leader but also a hands-on engineer who can guide the team through complex testing challenges across our data and application ecosystems.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a team of test engineers, providing mentorship, guidance, and career development.
• Define and drive testing strategies across data engineering initiatives, including data pipelines, integrations, and data platform migrations.
• Collaborate closely with data engineers, analysts, and product teams to ensure thorough test coverage and data quality.
• Oversee the development and execution of test plans for systems including Azure Data Factory, Snowflake, SSIS packages, and APIs.
• Develop automation frameworks and data validation tools using Python (Pandas, Polars, PySpark) and SQL (SQL Server).
• Build and maintain automated test suites for UI regression testing using Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Implement and manage API testing frameworks.
• Author comprehensive master test plans and participate in architecture and design reviews.
• Promote best practices in testing, CI/CD, and quality assurance within the team.

What You Bring

• Proven experience managing test engineering teams, preferably in data-centric environments.
• Strong Python skills with a focus on automation and data validation (Pandas, Polars, or PySpark).
• Advanced SQL skills, with experience in SQL Server.
• Experience with Snowflake and testing data workflows within it.
• Familiarity with Databricks or similar notebook-based environments like Jupyter or Google Colab.
• Deep understanding of Azure services, especially Azure Data Factory.
• Experience testing SSIS packages and other ETL solutions.
• Hands-on experience with UI automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Experience in building API test suites and automation frameworks.
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for mentoring engineers of all experience levels.
• Experience working within CI/CD pipelines.
• Exposure to modern data architectures and cloud-native design patterns.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential.

Internal Applicant Policy:

Internal applicants must be in good standing and have a minimum of 1 year of service with Kestra. They must also have at least 1 year in their current role unless approved by the EVP.

Benefits:

Full health, vision, dental coverage. 401(k) plans along with voluntary plans such as legal services, car insurance, and more.

Disclosure:

By applying to a job at Kestra Financial, Inc., you agree to the following:

• Kestra Financial, Inc. may obtain and use background information regarding your credit, character, reputation, and work habits for employment evaluation purposes.
• Kestra Financial is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics.

Our Mission:

Powering Financial Independence by living our values: SERVE, MAKE IT HAPPEN, and ONE TEAM.