Platform Software Testing Manager

Procter & Gamble; United States; Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Procter & Gamble in Mason, Ohio, is seeking a Platform Software Testing Manager to architect and enhance automated testing infrastructure and QA processes. You will design and maintain test automation frameworks, integrate quality activities into CI/CD, and promote best practices across agile teams to deliver high-quality software.

The role requires strong software engineering expertise, platform-focused QA experience, and a strategic mindset to leverage AI and modern testing methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related IT field.
• 2+ years of professional software engineering/QA experience.
• Experience with Requirement Analysis, Test Planning and Execution, Software Design and Development.
• Proficiency in at least one major programming language.
• Ability to use AI tools and integrate AI into testing workflows.
• Willingness to work a hybrid schedule in Mason, Ohio.
• Preferred: Familiarity with BDD/BMAD methodologies and tools.
• Knowledge of performance and load testing tools.
• Knowledge of security testing concepts and tools.
• Knowledge of test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, JUnit, NUnit, pytest).
• Experience with API automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Postman, Rest Assured, k6).

Responsibilities

• Support the selection, implementation, and optimization of QA tools and technologies to enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness, with a focus on AI and horizontal capabilities.
• Develop and test code to ensure it functions as designed following CSV processes.
• Implement code across the SDLC preferring CI/CD tooling for deployment and integration, using automated and AI testing frameworks.
• Stay current on emerging software practices, technologies, and vulnerabilities, including test automation and AI-enabled testing.
• Ensure compliance with Application Governance processes.
• Communicate technical opportunities and constraints to service owner.
• Collaborate with product management, software engineering, and DevOps to integrate quality activities into agile workflows.
• Provide mentorship on test automation best practices.

Skills

QA experience

Team collaboration

AI tooling awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related IT field

Tools

Python

Java

JavaScript

C#

Selenium

Playwright

Cypress

JUnit

NUnit

pytest

Postman

Rest Assured

k6

Job description

Job Location MASON BUS AND INNOVATION CTR

The Software Management job family at P&G involves the application of project management and governance processes to leverage Third-Party suppliers. Software Managers play a crucial role in communicating technical opportunities and constraints to service owners, understanding business needs, and effectively navigating procurement processes to source application development externally.

Job Description

The Opportunity: As a Platform Software Testing Manager you will support the development and enhancement of our automated testing infrastructure and quality assurance processes. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in designing, building, and maintaining robust test automation frameworks and tools that empower our agile teams to deliver high-quality software efficiently and continuously. You will drive the integration of quality activities throughout our continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, advocate for best practices in testability and quality, and champion the adoption of innovative solutions, including AI, to optimize our testing strategies. This position requires a strong blend of software engineering expertise, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of modern QA methodologies within a platform context, with a focus on ensuring compliance and validation where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the selection, implementation, and optimization of QA tools and technologies to enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness, with a particular focus on leveraging AI and horizontal capabilities.
• Develop and test code to ensure it functions as designed following CSV(computer system validation) processes.
• Implement code across the software development life cycle steps preferring CI/CD tooling for deployment and integration, and leveraging automated and AI testing frameworks to improve testing rigor.
• Stay current on emerging software practices, technologies, and vulnerabilities, including test automation, AI-enabled testing, and related innovations, and proactively share and reapply learnings across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with Application Governance processes.
• Communicate technical opportunities and constraints to service owner.
• Collaborate closely with product management, software engineering, and DevOps teams to integrate quality activities seamlessly into agile development workflows.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members on test automation best practices.

Job Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical/IT field.
• 2+ years of professional experience working in software engineering/QA.
• Demonstrated experience with Application Development methodologies including Requirement Analysis, Test Planning and Execution, Software Design and Development.
• Proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, C#).
• Ability to use AI tools, implementing AI into testing workflow.
• Basic awareness of Integrated Risk Management and IT Operations.
• A willingness to share perspectives within a team.
• Must be able to work a hybrid schedule in Mason, Ohio.
• Preferred: Familiarity with Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) / BMAD methodologies and tools.
• Knowledge of performance and load testing tools.
• Knowledge of security testing concepts and tools.
• Knowledge of test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, JUnit, NUnit, pytest).
• Experience with API automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Postman, Rest Assured, k6).

Compensation for roles at P&G varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. At P&G compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total rewards at P&G include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role. For more information regarding who is eligible for hire at P&G along with other work authorization FAQ’s,

Procter & Gamble participates in E-Verify. Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed. P&G is dedicated to meeting the needs of applicants requesting an accommodation/adjustment due to a disability in order to complete the online application process. If you have a disability that affects your ability to complete our online application process, please visit our Disability Accommodation Page.

Job Schedule Full time

Job Number R000159970

Job Segmentation Experienced Professionals Starting Pay / Salary Range $92,000.00 - $116,500.00 / year

P&G was founded over 180 years ago as a simple soap and candle company. Today, we’re the world’s largest consumer goods company and home to iconic, trusted brands that make life a little bit easier in small but meaningful ways. We’ve spanned three centuries thanks to three simple ideas: leadership, innovation and citizenship. The insight, innovation and passion of talented teams has helped us grow into a global company that is governed responsibly and ethically, that is open and transparent, and that supports good causes and protects the environment. This is a place where you can be proud to work and do something that matters.