Software Quality Engineer, AI Engineering

Software Quality Engineer, AI Engineering

The future of open source AI starts with you. At Red Hat, we’re looking for engineers who want to become an integral part of democratizing Al technology, making open source AI available and accessible to all.

Al Engineering is a newly formed team where you'll have the scope and impact to make your mark and get your ideas into people's hands. Red Hat's open culture fosters collaboration and allows the best ideas to grow. You will have the opportunity to actively participate in communities like KServe, Kubeflow, and VLLM, and be part of a team that values and expects contributions from all levels. Here, you'll have freedom to innovate, and to focus on challenging, high-impact work that makes a difference. 

We're expanding our Quality Engineering capabilities across our AI portfolio and seeking Software Quality Engineers and Associate Software Quality Engineers across several teams: InstructLab, OpenShift AI, RHEL AI and AI Platform Core Components. 

In this role, you will define and implement automated test strategies and the infrastructure to support them. While core responsibilities remain consistent, each team focuses on distinct aspects of our AI technology stack. During the hiring process, we'll work together to identify the best team placement based on your background, interests, and our current needs.

Ideally, applicants should be located in the Boston, MA or Raleigh, NC area. However, we are open to considering candidates for remote work opportunities, depending on the specific role and required technical skills.

What you will do:

• Develop and implement quality assurance processes and testing strategies for your assigned product area

• Create and maintain automated test frameworks

• Ensure product quality through comprehensive testing methodologies

• Identify and track quality metrics and KPIs

• Collaborate with development teams to integrate testing into the development lifecycle

What you will bring:

• 2+ years of experience in a software quality engineering role

• Experience in testing applications using Go or Python

• Knowledge of large language models (LLMs), including their architecture, functionality, and unique testing requirements

• Experience in agile development, CI/CD, Jira, and Git 

• Ability to quickly learn and use new tools and technologies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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The salary range for this position is $108,760.00 - $173,800.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.

Pay Transparency

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About Red Hat

Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

Benefits
●    Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
●    Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
●    Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
●    Retirement 401(k) with employer match
●    Paid time off and holidays
●    Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
●    Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
●    Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more! 

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States. 

Inclusion at Red Hat
Red Hat’s culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions that compose our global village.

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