Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Purpose

At Emirates, we believe in connecting the world, to and through, our global hub in Dubai; and in constantly innovating to ensure our customers ‘Fly Better’.

Emirates Group IT thrives on the dynamic nature of technology. Being pioneers in aviation innovation, we're always at the forefront, pushing boundaries. We're on the lookout for exceptional IT professionals to fortify our position as leaders in the industry. Embark on a journey with the world’s largest international airline and become a vital part of our cutting-edge information and technology team as Principal Quality Assurance Engineer.

Job Summary

As a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer in the Quality Engineering team, where quality lies at the heart of our brand. We value diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, and we are building a talented team of quality engineers. Our team ensures software quality across the entire customer journey, from ticket booking to the seamless delivery of ancillary services and the efficient operation of our airplanes. We employ a suite of testing tools and methodologies, utilizing widely used frameworks and programming languages such as Java, C#, and Python, along with innovative technologies essential for application development, testing, and deployment. We implement CI/CD pipelines and follow DevSecOps practices, dedicated to continuous improvement to enhance the customer experience. If you are passionate about shaping the future of quality engineering and contributing to the renowned success of Emirates, we invite you to apply and help to shape the future of Emirates Group.

Job Outline

• Lead quality engineering design and implementation for multiple teams within an agile release train.
• Oversee the technical design and architecture reviews to ensure alignment with modern quality engineering practices.
• Act as a key decision-maker in planning and executing quality assurance strategies across all development stages.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and technical leader for quality engineers, guiding them in best practices and automation.
• Ensure quality engineering standards are created, implemented, and continuously improved within the release train.
• Collaborate with leadership to eliminate inefficiencies and non-value-adding tasks, enhancing overall team productivity.
• Champion modern testing practices like Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD).
• Lead innovation in automation frameworks and tools to enhance delivery quality and reduce manual efforts.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence based on Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) principles.
• Mentor and coach quality engineers, supporting their professional growth and technical development.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in Information Technology: 8+ Years. Degree or Honours: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field or relevant experience.
• Design and build scalable quality engineering solutions that align with the overall release train objectives.
• Conduct technical design reviews and enforce adherence to architecture patterns that support modern quality engineering.
• Plan and execute risk-based testing strategies that cover the entire development lifecycle.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality standards and ensure consistent application across all agile teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of quality engineering into the delivery process.
• Identify areas of improvement in quality processes and drive initiatives that increase efficiency and reduce lead times.
• Ensure that automation is integrated into all aspects of testing, reducing manual intervention and human error.
• Lead root cause analysis sessions to identify defects early and foster a culture of blameless post-mortems for continuous improvement.
• Drive the adoption of agile practices like Test-Driven Development (TDD) and lean software development principles.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to quality engineers, facilitating their growth in technical expertise and agile methodologies.
  
  

Salary & Benefits

Join us in a management role and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary. On top of our generous travel benefits, including discounted flights and hotel stays around the world, this managerial role also has an excellent leave and healthcare package. That’s on top of transport benefits, life insurance and more. Find out what it’s like to live and work in our fast-paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website www.emirates.com/careers