About the Role
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Job Title: VP QA Automation </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Location: Atlanta, GA., New York City, NY., (hybrid) OR Remote</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Reports to: CTO</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Exemption Status: Full-time, Exempt </strong></span></p>
<p> </p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Who We Are</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Impiricus is the first and only AI-powered HCP Engagement Engine. In 2025, Deloitte named Impiricus the #1 fastest growing company in North America for their prestigious Fast 500 list. Founded by a practicing physician and a senior pharmaceutical executive, Impiricus was created to transform how life sciences companies support physicians. We ethically connect HCPs to pharma resources, reduce go-to-market costs and accelerate patient access to the treatments they need.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">With our unique access to the largest opted-in network of HCPs, their insights, and clinical expertise, we are the leading provider of AI technology and real-time channels that life science companies need to deliver clear, reliable, and evidence-based resources directly into the hands of HCPs. Guided by a council of 2000+ trusted HCP advisors, we ensure every interaction is clinically meaningful, ethically grounded and leads to better patient care.</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Job Summary</strong></span></h2>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">We are seeking a Vice President of QA Automation to define and lead our quality automation strategy at scale. This executive will own the vision, architecture, and execution of automation across web, mobile, and API platforms, ensuring our products meet the highest standards of reliability, performance, and compliance.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">This is a highly strategic and hands-on leadership role. You will build and evolve automation frameworks from the ground up, embed quality across the SDLC, and lead a growing team of QA engineers in a fast-paced startup environment. You will partner closely with Engineering, Product, and DevOps to ensure automation is deeply integrated into CI/CD pipelines and aligned with our innovation roadmap.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Responsibilities</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Quality Strategy & Vision</strong></span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Define and execute the enterprise-wide QA automation strategy</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Establish scalable, modern automation frameworks across web, mobile (iOS/Android), and APIs</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Build a culture where quality is embedded early and continuously in the development lifecycle</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Define KPIs, quality metrics, and reporting frameworks for executive visibility</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Automation Architecture & Execution</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Lead the design and implementation of automation frameworks from scratch</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ensure robust test coverage across frontend, backend, APIs, and mobile applications</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Oversee integration of automation into CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing and rapid release cycles</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Champion modern testing methodologies, tooling, and AI-driven automation practices</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Team Leadership & Growth</strong></span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Lead, mentor, and scale a QA Automation team of 10+ engineers</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Hire, develop, and retain high-performing automation talent</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Establish best practices in test strategy, framework design, and test data management</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and technical excellence</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Cross-Functional Collaboration</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Partner with Engineering and Product leadership to align quality strategy with roadmap priorities</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ensure QA is embedded within agile development processes</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Support compliance, security, and healthcare data quality standards where applicable</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Act as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on quality, risk, and scalability</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Requirements</strong></span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">10+ years of experience in QA Automation leadership</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Proven experience leading QA teams of 10+ employees</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrated experience building automation frameworks from scratch</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Strong hands-on background in test automation tools and frameworks, including:</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Mobile Automation: Appium, Espresso, XCUITest, or similar mobile automation frameworks<br></strong></span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Web Automation: Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar frameworks<br>API Testing: Postman, RestAssured, or equivalent tools</strong></span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Proficiency in one or more languages such as Python, Golang, or TypeScript</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Deep understanding of mobile app testing challenges across both iOS and Android ecosystems</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience working in fast-paced startup environments</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Strong analytical, communication, and executive-level leadership skills</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Preferred Certifications</strong></span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">ISTQB Advanced Level (Test Manager or Test Automation Engineer)</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrates deep understanding of QA leadership, test strategy, and automation best practices</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Certified Test Automation Engineer (CTAE) or equivalent</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Validates expertise in designing and scaling automation frameworks</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE)</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Indicates strong foundations in quality systems, metrics, and continuous improvement</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Compensation and Benefits</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">The base salary range for this role is <strong>$200,000-$240,000.</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Where you land within the range will reflect your skills, experience, and location, while keeping team parity in mind and leaving room for future growth.</span></p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Important Notice</strong></p>
<p>To protect candidates, please note that all communication from our team will come directly from an @impiricus.com email address. We do not engage third party recruiters to schedule interviews for this role. If you receive outreach from anyone outside of our domain claiming to represent Impiricus, please disregard and let us know by forwarding the message to <a href="mailto:careers@impiricus.com">careers@impiricus.com</a></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong><br>Benefits:</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Impiricus focuses on taking care of our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span class="c-emoji c-emoji__medium c-emoji--inline" data-qa="emoji" data-sk="tooltip_parent"><img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://a.slack-edge.com/production-standard-emoji-assets/14.0/apple-medium/2728.png" alt=":sparkles:" aria-label="sparkles emoji" data-stringify-type="emoji" data-stringify-emoji=":sparkles:"></span> <strong data-stringify-type="bold">Healthcare</strong>: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents + on-demand healthcare concierge</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span class="c-emoji c-emoji__medium c-emoji--inline" data-qa="emoji" data-sk="tooltip_parent"><img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://a.slack-edge.com/production-standard-emoji-assets/14.0/apple-medium/1f4b8.png" alt=":money_with_wings:" aria-label="money with wings emoji" data-stringify-type="emoji" data-stringify-emoji=":money_with_wings:"></span> <strong data-stringify-type="bold">HSA, FSA & DCFSA</strong>: Pre-tax savings options for healthcare and dependent care, with monthly employer contributions to HSA (if enrolled in a high-deductible plan)</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span class="c-emoji c-emoji__medium c-emoji--inline" data-qa="emoji" data-sk="tooltip_parent"><img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://a.slack-edge.com/production-standard-emoji-assets/14.0/apple-medium/1f6e1-fe0f.png" alt=":shield:" aria-label="shield emoji" data-stringify-type="emoji" data-stringify-emoji=":shield:"></span> <strong data-stringify-type="bold">Coverage & Protection</strong>: 100% paid short- and long-term disability, plus life and AD&D insurance</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span class="c-emoji c-emoji__medium c-emoji--inline" data-qa="emoji" data-sk="tooltip_parent"><img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://a.slack-edge.com/production-standard-emoji-assets/14.0/apple-medium/1f334.png" alt=":palm_tree:" aria-label="palm tree emoji" data-stringify-type="emoji" data-stringify-emoji=":palm_tree:"></span> <strong data-stringify-type="bold">Flexible Time Off</strong>: Take the time you need with a flexible vacation policy — recharge your batteries your way</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span class="c-emoji c-emoji__medium c-emoji--inline" data-qa="emoji" data-sk="tooltip_parent"><img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://a.slack-edge.com/production-standard-emoji-assets/14.0/apple-medium/1f476.png" alt=":baby:" aria-label="baby emoji" data-stringify-type="emoji" data-stringify-emoji=":baby:"></span> <strong data-stringify-type="bold">Parental Leave</strong>: Paid parental leave to spend time with your newborn, adopted, or foster child (available after 6 months).</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span class="c-emoji c-emoji__medium c-emoji--inline" data-qa="emoji" data-sk="tooltip_parent"><img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://a.slack-edge.com/production-standard-emoji-assets/14.0/apple-medium/1f4bb.png" alt=":computer:" aria-label="computer emoji" data-stringify-type="emoji" data-stringify-emoji=":computer:"></span> <strong data-stringify-type="bold">Your Work, Your Way</strong>: If you’re close to an office, we encourage spending some time in-person to collaborate and connect. If not, remote is always an option.</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span class="c-emoji c-emoji__medium c-emoji--inline" data-qa="emoji" data-sk="tooltip_parent"><img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://a.slack-edge.com/production-standard-emoji-assets/14.0/apple-medium/1f4e6.png" alt=":package:" aria-label="package emoji" data-stringify-type="emoji" data-stringify-emoji=":package:"></span> <strong data-stringify-type="bold">Home Office Setup</strong>: We’ll ship you the gear you need to create a comfortable workspace at home.</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span class="c-emoji c-emoji__medium c-emoji--inline" data-qa="emoji" data-sk="tooltip_parent"><img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://a.slack-edge.com/production-standard-emoji-assets/14.0/apple-medium/1f4c8.png" alt=":chart_with_upwards_trend:" aria-label="chart with upwards trend emoji" data-stringify-type="emoji" data-stringify-emoji=":chart_with_upwards_trend:"></span> <strong data-stringify-type="bold">401(k)</strong>: Save for your future with tax advantages (and company match!)</span></p>
<p> </p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><em>Impiricus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</em></span></p>
<p> </p>