QA Director (Linux, Hardware)

A leading global provider of open-source software is seeking a Quality Assurance Director for Linux and Hardware to drive the strategy and implementation of next-generation hardware enablement quality. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape the future of Linux certification, ensuring long-term OS stability across PC, server, and IoT hardware.

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: Taipei

Keywords: collaborative, inclusive, supportive leadership, continuous quality, hardware enablement, Ubuntu certification, global teamwork, personal development, distributed work environment, learning opportunities

What you'll do:

• Manage, mentor, and grow software engineering teams dedicated to hardware enablement quality assurance and testing across multiple projects.
• Lead OEM QA Engineering activities including planning, creation, and management of overall quality strategies and documentation.
• Drive improvements in automated test capability through design contributions and hands-on coding.
• Oversee execution of both automated and manual testing processes for desktop and core platforms.
• Triaging test results meticulously and creating precise bug reports while suggesting effective solutions to identified issues.
• Champion continuous improvement projects by establishing proactive measures that enhance reliability and performance.
• Prepare accurate time estimates and schedules for all testing activities to ensure timely delivery of high-quality outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with development teams across various projects to build efficient automated testing frameworks.
• Develop engineering managers within your team while maintaining a culture of inclusivity, accountability, and technical excellence.
• Hire staff-level engineers for specialised roles such as performance optimisation and quality assurance.
• Identify key indicators of team health and productivity; implement rigorous engineering processes to measure progress against benchmark goals.
• Represent products to stakeholders, partners, and customers while actively participating in the leadership team alongside other leaders.

What you bring:

• Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university demonstrating commitment to excellence.
• Undergraduate degree in a technical subject or an impressive alternative narrative reflecting your chosen path.
• Outstanding experience in Linux-based software engineering—preferably with low-level embedded systems expertise.
• Confidence to respectfully exchange feedback, share ideas openly, and contribute positively within diverse teams.
• Proven history of exceeding expectations through collaborative effort resulting in exceptional outcomes.
• Leadership skills evidenced by developing people professionally within engineering environments.
• Organisational ability ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results through effective management practices.
• Management experience combined with confidence to set clear expectations for work ethic, consistency, focus, and learning.
• Passion for technology demonstrated by personal projects or initiatives outside formal employment.
• Professional written and spoken English skills paired with excellent presentation abilities suitable for global communication.
• Experience working with Linux distributions (Debian or Ubuntu preferred) alongside strong interpersonal skills—curiosity, flexibility, accountability—and appreciation for diversity within multicultural organisations.
• Professional manner when interacting with colleagues, partners, or community members; thoughtful self-motivation; result-oriented approach driven by personal commitment; willingness to travel internationally twice yearly for company events.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a pioneer in global distributed collaboration—bringing together over 1,200 colleagues from more than 80 countries who rarely need to be office-based. Teams meet two to four times annually in person at inspiring locations worldwide to align on strategy and execution. The company is founder-led, profitable, growing steadily—and committed to making open source easier, more reliable, secure for enterprise deployment. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements tailored to local needs; annual compensation reviews ensure fairness globally; recognition rewards celebrate outstanding performance; generous personal learning budgets support ongoing development; annual holiday leave provides balance; maternity/paternity leave supports family life; Employee Assistance Programme offers wellbeing support; Priority Pass plus travel upgrades facilitate enjoyable participation at long-haul company events. The organisation’s mission is ambitious: delivering ‘most software to most companies’ by selecting brilliant engineers motivated to elevate open source technology further. Leadership here means helping teams achieve more than they thought possible—while feeling proud of their collective accomplishments. The company’s investment in building the world’s largest Linux device certification facility demonstrates its commitment not only to technical excellence but also environmental responsibility through continuous energy consumption measurement aimed at reducing carbon footprint globally.

What's next:

If you are ready to shape the future of Linux certification while nurturing talented teams in a supportive global environment—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.