SDET/QA Automation Lead (remote-only, worldwide remote)

CloudLinux Inc., the maker of the #1 OS in security and stability for hosting providers. It is an innovative security solution designed specifically for shared and VPS/Dedicated servers. The automated, easy-to-use solution with the six-layer approach to security delivers comprehensive and complete attack prevention. Check out our website for more information about our https://cloudlinux.com/ We're looking for an SDET Automation Lead 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.What You'll Own1. Strategy & Architecture:Define key product quality metrics and build a strategic multi-quarter QA roadmap Execute the defined QA roadmap Expand test coverage systematically: prioritize by risk, by impactOwn the test system infrastructure and the resource strategy 2. People & Execution:Build a team culture focused on heavy AI & automation usageRestructure on-duty rotation so it's equitable and sustainableMentor 6 SDETs from "test writers" to "product quality engineers" who own subsystems end-to-endCreate career growth pathsTech Stack:Test Framework - pytest, Python, Playwright (emerging)CI/CD - Jenkins (Multibranch Pipelines, 100+ jobs), GitLab CI (migration target)Infrastructure - OpenNebula (VM orchestration), S3/CephReporting - Allure Framework (POC), Redash/ClickHouse (current)Communication - Slack (daily reports, bots), Jira (DEF project, 1200+ issues)RequirementsMust have:5+ years in test automation, 2+ years leading a QA team (5+ engineers)Deep experience with Linux-based product testing (RPM, systemd, multi-distro matrix)Proven track record of dramatically improving test reliability metricsExperience building or integrating AI/ML into QA workflows (not theoretical — show us what you shipped)Strong Python skills (the entire test framework and tooling is Python)CI/CD pipeline architecture experience (Jenkins Pipelines > GitLab CI is upcoming)Must demonstrate:Strategic thinkingDelegation instinct: you'd build processes that distribute and track ownershipData-driven execution: You measure, set targets, and hold teams accountable to metricsStrategic initiative: You proactively propose and drive improvements, not wait for problems to be assigned to youAutomation bias: If a human does it daily (like the nightly report), it should be automated — periodNice to have:VM orchestration/cloud infrastructure testing experienceSecurity product testing background (WAF, antivirus)BenefitsWhat's in it for you?A focus on professional development.Interesting and challenging projects.Fully remote work with flexible working hours, that allows you to schedule your day and work from any location worldwide.Paid 24 days of vacation per year, 10 days of national holidays, and unlimited sick leaves.Compensation for private medical insurance.Co-working and gym/sports reimbursement.Budget for education.The opportunity to receive a reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patent.By applying for this position, you consent to the processing of your personal data as described in our Privacy Policy (https://cloudlinux.com/candidate-privacy-notice), which provides detailed information on how we maintain and handle your data.