Head of QA (remote-only, worldwide remote)

TuxCare is a subsidiary of CloudLinux. It offers a portfolio of security solutions for Linux and open-source software aimed at enterprise organisations. With TuxCare, enterprises can automate live vulnerability patching, minimise downtime, keep their applications secure and compliant, and get support from a team that knows Linux security best — covering the most popular Linux distributions, end-of-life systems, programming languages, and much more.For more information, visit our website: https://tuxcare.com/One of TuxCare's key products is Endless Lifecycle Support (ELS), which enables organisations to securely continue using Linux distributions and software languages that have reached end of life or no longer receive standard security updates. ELS delivers vulnerability patches for unsupported versions of CentOS, Ubuntu, Debian, Oracle Linux, as well as for runtimes and frameworks such as PHP, Python, Spring, Angular/AngularJS, Django, and Flask.More details: https://tuxcare.com/endless-lifecycle-support/Product documentation: https://docs.tuxcare.com/els-for-runtimes/We're looking for a Head of QA who can transform a technically capable but operationally strained QA team into a strategic, AI-powered quality engineering function. This is the opportunity to fundamentally rethink how we assure quality at scale — across Linux package testing, multi-distro coverage, and a growing CI/CD automation footprint.Work is fully remote, with flexible hours, where you can plan your day and work from anywhere in the world.What You'll Own1. Strategy & Architecture:Define key product quality metrics and build a strategic multi-quarter QA roadmapExecute the defined QA roadmap and hold the team accountable to itExpand test coverage systematically: prioritise by risk and customer impact, not by noiseOwn the test system infrastructure and the resource strategyDrive adoption of AI tooling across the QA function — from test generation to failure triage2. People & Execution:Build a team culture focused on heavy AI and automation usageRestructure on-duty rotation so it's equitable and sustainableMentor SDETs from "test writers" to "product quality engineers" who own subsystems end-to-endCreate clear career growth paths within the QA functionCollaborate closely with developers; translate quality signals into actionable development prioritiesTech Stack:Test Framework — pytest, Python, Playwright (emerging)Scripting — Bash / Shell (package environments, multi-distro testing)CI/CD — Jenkins, GitLab CI (migration target)Infrastructure — OpenNebula, KubeVirt, Docker, Ansible, S3/CephReporting — Allure Framework, Redash / ClickHouseCommunication — Slack, JiraRequirementsMust Have5+ years in test automation; 2+ years leading a QA team of 3+ engineersDeep experience with Linux-based product testing: RPM/DEB packages, systemd, multi-distro matrixStrong Python skills — the entire test framework and tooling is PythonProven track record of dramatically improving test reliability and coverage metricsExperience building or integrating AI/ML into QA workflows — not theoretical, show what you shippedCI/CD pipeline architecture experience (Jenkins Pipelines; GitLab CI migration is upcoming)Fluent in Linux CLI and shell scripting — package environments require comfort at the system levelEnglish — Upper-Intermediate (B2) or higherMust DemonstrateStrategic thinking: you see the system, not just the ticket; you plan quarters, not just sprintsDelegation instinct: you build processes that distribute and track ownership, not a single point of failureData-driven execution: you measure, set targets, and hold teams accountable to metricsStrategic initiative: you proactively propose and drive improvements — you don't wait for problems to be assignedAutomation bias: if a human does something daily (like a nightly report), it should be automated — periodNice to HaveVM orchestration or cloud infrastructure testing experienceExperience testing security patches and package updates, including kernel-level patches for Linux distributionsExperience with multi-distro Linux testing matrices at scaleHands-on experience with Linux packaging ecosystems (RPM, DEB, APK), repository management, and security advisory formats (OVAL, CSAF)Hands-on understanding of vulnerability lifecycle: CVE intake, patch validation, regression testing of security fixes, advisory generation (OVAL / CSAF) — you'll be testing patches, not featuresBenefitsWhat's in it for youA focus on professional developmentInteresting and challenging projectsFully remote work with flexible working hours — schedule your day and work from any location worldwidePaid 24 days of vacation per year, 10 days of national holidays, and unlimited sick leaveCompensation for private medical insuranceCo-working and gym/sports reimbursementBudget for educationThe opportunity to receive a reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patentBy applying for this position, you consent to the processing of your personal data as described in our Privacy Policy (https://cloudlinux.com/legal/privacy-policies-hub/), which provides detailed information on how we maintain and handle your data.