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Director Software Qa Engineer Jobs in Riverside, CA

About Planet DDS We're on a mission to fix dental software - and we're not playing small. Our ... Planet DDS. Overview We are seeking an AI-Powered QA Engineer III , to test SaaS and mobile ...

Own quality assurance for all software releases, serving as the final gate to ensure robust ... Conduct comprehensive manual testing and engineer automated testing frameworks to consistently ...

Own quality assurance for all software releases, serving as the final gate to ensure robust ... Conduct comprehensive manual testing and engineer automated testing frameworks to consistently ...

Required : • Seven or more (7+) years of Quality Assurance experience in IT software development ... direct experience leading IT QA efforts • Current or prior working experience with test ...

The successful candidate will work closely with Engineering, QA, DevOps, Product, and business ... The Sr. SDET requires strong ownership, technical depth, and a quality-first mindset. The Senior ...

The successful candidate will work closely with Engineering, QA, DevOps, Product, and business ... The Sr. SDET requires strong ownership, technical depth, and a quality-first mindset. The Senior ...

Foundational knowledge of software validation, software quality assurance, or secure SDLC practices ... Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical ...

Foundational knowledge of software validation, software quality assurance, or secure SDLC practices ... Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical ...

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How much do director software qa engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for director software qa engineer in Riverside, CA is $50.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.86 and $57.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Software Qa Engineer vs Software Qa Engineer?

AspectDirector Software Qa EngineerSoftware Qa Engineer
ResponsibilitiesOversees QA teams, develops testing strategies, manages quality standardsPerforms testing, executes test cases, reports bugs
Required CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Computer Science or related, extensive QA experience, leadership skillsBachelor's in Computer Science or related, QA certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles in tech companies, managing teams and projectsHands-on testing in development or QA teams
Industry UsageCommon in larger organizations with dedicated QA departmentsWidespread across software development companies

The main difference is that the Director Software Qa Engineer focuses on leading QA teams and strategic planning, while the Software Qa Engineer is involved in executing testing tasks. Both roles require strong QA knowledge, but the director role emphasizes leadership and management.

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Infographic showing various Director Software Qa Engineer job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,338 per year, or $50.6 per hour.

QA Engineer III (AI-Powered)

Planet DDS

Irvine, CA • On-site

$40 - $55/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

About Planet DDS

We’re on a mission to fix dental software - and we’re not playing small. Our platform replaces clunky, outdated systems with modern, cloud-based, AI-powered technology built to actually work at scale. From practice management to imaging to revenue cycle automation, we’re tearing down the old infrastructure and rebuilding the future of dentistry. Planet DDS is the fastest-growing provider of dental practice management solutions and the #1 cloud platform for DSOs and multi-location groups.

Here, you won’t just join a team - you’ll join a movement. We want bold thinkers who are ambitious enough to push limits, empathetic enough to work as one, and accountable enough to own big outcomes. Trust is our currency, collaboration is our edge, and impact is our fuel. If you’re ready to grow fast, challenge the status quo, and help reinvent an entire industry, Planet DDS is where you belong.

To learn more, visit: Planet DDS.

Overview

We are seeking an AI-Powered QA Engineer III, to test SaaS and mobile products for dental offices and dental groups. This individual will leverage AI tools and capabilities to enhance and expedite their software testing workflow. To be successful, the engineer will need to be self-motivated, a critical thinker, be able to take high-level directions, communicate clearly, and drive to completion in a very fast-paced environment.

Job Duties
  • Bring AI tools and capabilities advocacy to an engineering team
  • Design, implement and maintain the automated testing framework for SaaS products.
  • Mentor and train other team members on automation, quality practices and principles.
  • Contribute to code reviews, design reviews, effort estimates, task breakdowns, and other team discussions.
  • Assess and raise risks across the Planet DDS solution.
  • Work with the engineering team continuously improving the performance, scalability, and reliability of Planet DDS products.
  • Collaborate with the product and engineering teams to design and deploy new features.
  • Learn about the latest tools and patterns consistent with your role.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

  • 5-7 or more years of experience in software engineering development, test, and/or QA role
  • Track record using AI-powered software testing tools like Applitools, Testim, Mabl, TestRigor, TestComplete, UI-TARS, Midscene and Puppeteer
  • Experience in automation testing and building automation frameworks from the ground up (Playwright preferred)
  • Experience in programming (ideally JavaScript/TypeScript and/or C#)
  • Experience with: Test case management techniques, technologies, and approaches.
  • Experience with Jira & Zephyr Scale would be beneficial
  • Knowledge of how to characterize different risk scenarios (Examples: functional/closed-box, boundary, verification and validation, acceptance, load, stress, performance, HA/DR)
  • Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on the company’s success
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills
  • Ability to engage throughout the department and the company to achieve goals

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Telehealth
  • 401(k) and 401(k) match
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • FTO or Vacation
  • Sick Time
  • Employee Well-Being program
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Volunteer Time Off
  • Employee Referral program
  • Additional perk and voluntary benefit programs

Salary is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is also eligible for variable pay as part of the total compensation package.

PLANET DDS CORE IDEOLOGY:

To encourage measurable progress toward our vision and make the best decisions on behalf of employees and customers, we adopted a set of common values:

  • Collaborative – Working independently and across teams, we create scalable solutions to enable company growth
  • Empathetic – We are educated on the experience of our customers and feel vested in their success
  • Accountable – We feel ownership for the quality of our work and take pride in the positive outcomes
  • Trustworthy – We operate with integrity and honest, making promises we know that we can keep
  • Ambitious – We are driven by our ability to make a long-term, positive impact on the lives of dental market leaders

Planet DDS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.