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About WPP Production We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world. About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com . A Hybrid working model We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around three days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Role summary: We are looking for an exceptional and self-motivated Lead QA Engineer to support several exciting projects in Sunnyvale, CA. You will own the quality and testing efforts of the team to ensure completion of the quality assurance deliverables, adherence to quality and development processes, and drive on-time project releases. You will play a crucial role in the delivery of high quality projects meeting our client’s needs. You’ll also collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects in a fast paced environment. Key responsibilities: Lead a team of QA engineers and SDETs, driving quality initiatives, establishing metrics, applying industry best practices, and developing new tools and processes to ensure quality goals are met Participate in all aspects of QA product lifecycle: scoping, strategizing, test case creation and execution including feature, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing Review technical requirements, author detailed test plan, and test case documentation Identify, isolate and replicate software defects, research root causes, debug issues, and propose regression tests to discover reoccurrences Coach, lead and mentor junior/new team members and coordinate internal knowledge sharing sessions Ensure that validated deliverables meet functional, design specifications, and requirements Escalate any QA issues to cross-functional teams and push for a suitable resolution in a timely manner Constantly seek opportunities to improve our quality and testing approach Promoting QA productivity through automation, tools, and other best practices Report and drive increased test automation coverage in all areas Ability to handle multiple projects and adapt to priority changes in a fast paced environment Lead the overall QA Activities, plan and assign tasks to the team to meet project deadlines Collaborate with Project Managers, Developers, Content Managers and Release Engineers to deliver projects on-time, ensuring the highest product quality standards Participate in interviews, hiring, and on-boarding of new hires Requirements: 6+ years of experience testing both web and mobile applications 2+ years of experience in leading quality engineering teams, in a highly hands-on role Solid understanding of development lifecycles, testing methodologies, and QA processes Hands-on experience with test planning, test designing and execution, implementing and maintaining quality test automation. Coding experience with object oriented programming languages, preferably JavaScript Experience with automation scripts using tools like, Selenium WebDriver, Appium, Protractor, Mocha, Jasmine, TestNG Good understanding of web technologies including HTML, CSS, XML, JSON and REST APIs Good understanding of modern front-end frameworks such as Vue.js, React, Angular Experience with databases, API, backend systems, and mobile testing (iOS/Android) Experience with GitLab and continuous integration build system such as Jenkins Ability to lead QA teams and mentor junior team members Ability to motivate people, instill accountability and achieve results Ability to articulate vision and manage deliverables Bachelors in Computer Science or equivalent Excellent oral and written communication skills including effective presentation with a dynamic attitude #LI-Hybrid #LI-BS1 Why work here: At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment. Inclusion and Impact WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. 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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.