Quality Engineering Manager

Lenders Cooperative is a forward-thinking group of former bankers, investment bankers, and technologists who recognize the need for better innovation and solutions to support financial institutions' commercial lending efforts. Our core mission is to help these institutions focus on their true strengths. Joining Lenders means being part of a mission-driven team that values innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. If you thrive in high-pressure environments where urgency meets creativity and where every challenge is an opportunity to create impact, then continue reading....

Lenders Cooperative seeks a Quality Engineering Manager to build and lead a modern, scalable quality function from the ground up. This is a critical leadership role responsible for defining and executing an automation-first, AI-enabled QA strategy that enables rapid delivery without compromising reliability, compliance, security, or customer trust. You will own quality across our platform, products, and release lifecycle, partnering closely with Engineering, Product, DevOps, and Compliance to ensure we maintain the highest standards in a fast-moving environment. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who can set strategy, roll up their sleeves, and build systems that scale.

What You’ll Do

• Define and lead QA strategy
  • Build an automation-first, AI-enabled testing framework
  • Establish scalable QA processes aligned with rapid product delivery
• Build and lead the QA function
  • Hire, mentor, and grow a high-performing QA team
  • Create a culture of quality ownership across engineering
• Drive test automation & tooling
  • Implement end-to-end, API, and performance testing automation
  • Leverage AI tools to improve test coverage, speed, and defect detection
• Own quality across the SDLC
  • Integrate QA into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows
  • Ensure high-quality releases with minimal regression risk
• Ensure compliance and security standards
  • Align QA practices with fintech regulatory requirements
  • Partner with Compliance and Security teams on audit readiness
• Use data to drive decisions
  • Define and track quality metrics (defect rates, coverage, release confidence)
  • Continuously improve based on insights and outcomes

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years in QA / Software Quality Engineering, with 3+ years in leadership roles
• Proven experience building and scaling QA functions in fast-paced, high-growth environments
• Strong background in:
  • Test automation frameworks (UI, API, integration)
  • CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
  • Performance and reliability testing
• Experience leveraging AI/ML tools in QA workflows (or strong interest in doing so)
• Deep understanding of fintech, security, and compliance requirements
• Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills
• Hands-on mindset—you’re comfortable both setting vision and executing

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health coverage, plus free dental and vision
• Flexible hours and fully remote work options
• Unlimited PTO and company holidays
• Collaborative, inclusive, and growth-minded environment

What to Expect:

1. Apply — It only takes a few minutes.
2. HR Screen — If it’s a match, one of our recruiters will reach out to schedule a quick call.
3. Interviews — Meet the team, discuss the role, and explore how your skills fit our needs.
4. Decision — If it’s a great fit for both sides, we’ll make it official!

Candidates selected for a conditional offer will undergo a background check. A criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify a candidate; results are reviewed based on job relevance and applicable law.

If you’re ready to take ownership of the frontend experience and help shape a platform used by financial institutions nationwide, apply now—we can’t wait to meet you.

Lenders is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate our employees' unique differences because that drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.