Name:
Senior Software QA Engineer
Location: Irvine, CA
Job Posting Location - City, State:
Irvine, CA
Work Type:
Full-time
Department:
Information Technology

Description & Requirements

Come join our family at In-N-Out Burger!

Join a high-impact engineering team transforming legacy and modern systems into scalable, world-class products. As a Senior QA Engineer, you’ll define advanced testing strategies, lead automation across platforms, and ensure thousands of users experience reliable, intuitive software every day. You’ll be a key voice in a collaborative, product-focused culture—solving complex problems, elevating quality practices, and mentoring others as we grow our next generation of applications. Help drive the quality transformation behind an iconic brand and shape the technology our business depends on.

The Senior QA Engineer is responsible for leading QA efforts across multiple applications and teams. This role defines advanced test strategies, scales automation frameworks, drives process improvements, and ensures enterprise standards for quality. They mentor junior QA associates and serve as a key technical leader in cross-functional initiatives.
 
*This position is full-time, in-office only.
 
Essential Functions

• Ability to report to work at the prescribed time for each scheduled shift and to fulfil the job requirements for the duration of the shift or until relieved of all duties by a direct supervisor.
• Reliable and predictable attendance.
• Ability to understand and follow directions from a supervisor.
• Ability to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures.
• Ability to interact cordially and productively with co-workers to accomplish common tasks.
• Ability to receive constructive criticism in a professional manner.
• Ability to cope with stressful circumstances.
• Perform all work-related tasks as needed or assigned by a direct supervisor.
• Compliance with corporate privacy policies and practices to ensure that all company information and data is kept confidential unless specifically authorized for release.
• For positions that require operating a company vehicle, maintain a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

General Responsibilities

• Define and implement advanced test strategies, frameworks, and methodologies
• Lead development and scaling of automation frameworks. Integrate with CI/CD pipelines
• Conduct advanced performance, security, and accessibility testing
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level QA team members. Provide technical guidance
• Collaborate with engineering, UX, and product stakeholders to ensure high-quality delivery
• Lead defect management processes and ensure enterprise-level tracking/reporting
• Drive continuous QA process improvements and innovation


Work Schedule + Benefits

Full-time, Exempt
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00 pm
Excellent Benefits, to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA’s, 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan, Adoption Assistance, Education Reimbursement, Supplemental Health Plans and Pet Insurance
Salary range: $107,367 - $134,209 annually
The above represents the expected pay range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field preferred.
• Agile/Scrum Product Owner or ScrumMaster Certification preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive QA Experience, including leadership of test automation and strategy preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent communication abilities

Tools & Technology Requirements

• Computer (PC).
• Laptop and iPad.
• Standard office equipment.
• Playwright
• Jenkins
• Jira Software and Confluence
• JMeter
• Microsoft office with Visio

Work Location Details

In-N-Out Burger plans to bring its west coast headquarters team back together under one roof by the end of 2029. After maintaining two Southern California office locations for many years, the company will permanently close its Irvine office in 2029 and once again headquarter the company’s western territory solely in Baldwin Park, California, where the company was founded in 1948.

Newly hired Associates in Irvine will be eligible to participate in the group move to Tennessee with relocation assistance or work from our western headquarters in Baldwin Park, CA, upon its opening in 2029. We are sharing this information early so candidates can make informed decisions while considering a career with In-N-Out Burger.


ABOUT In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out Burger was founded in 1948 by Harry and Esther Snyder in Baldwin Park, California, and remains privately owned and operated. Under the direction of the Snyder family, the company has opened restaurants throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas, Oregon, Colorado, Idaho, Washington, and Tennessee. In-N-Out Burger’s menu has remained the same since 1948. We have maintained a simple philosophy – serve only the highest quality product, prepare it in a clean and sparkling environment, and serve it in a warm and friendly manner. We have built a reputation for fresh, made-to-order foods prepared and served by friendly, well trained Associates.

In-N-Out Burger offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. Should there be a need, In-N-Out Burger will provide reasonable accommodation to complete the interview process upon request.