Birlasoft—Lead Architect

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Description: Area(s) of responsibility Job Summary: We are looking for a Senior QA Lead to spearhead quality assurance efforts in a large-scale Application Modernization project. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in QA methodologies, leadership skills, and a proven track record of ensuring high-quality software delivery. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and implement comprehensive QA strategies tailored to Application Modernization projects. - Lead and manage QA teams, including onshore and offshore resources, ensuring effective collaboration and communication. - Oversee the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and test scripts for functional, integration, and regression testing. - Collaborate with stakeholders to define quality standards and ensure alignment with project goals. - Identify and mitigate risks related to software quality and project timelines. - Conduct root cause analysis for defects and implement corrective actions. - Ensure adherence to Agile or Waterfall methodologies, depending on project requirements. - Provide regular updates and reports on QA progress, metrics, and outcomes to project leadership. - Stay updated with industry trends and tools to continuously improve QA processes. Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. - Proven experience in software quality assurance, with at least 2 years in a lead role. - Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and best practices. - Familiarity with cloud-based environments and CI/CD pipelines. - Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. - Knowledge of API testing tools like Ready API, Postman or RestAssured. - Ability to mentor and guide junior QA team members. - ISTQB certification or equivalent is a plus. Preferred Skills: - Experience in Application Modernization projects. - Experience with automation and performance testing tools like Selenium, JMeter, or similar.