Manager QA

Management Level: 07 – Manager QA Location: Hyderabad Must have skills: QA strategy, Test planning & execution, Automation testing, Quality assurance frameworks, Agile & Scrum methodologies, Stakeholder management, Risk management, Defect tracking & management, CI/CD integration, Team leadership Good to have skills: Performance testing, Security testing, API testing, DevOps practices, Selenium/Cypress, JIRA/Azure DevOps, Test data management, Client presentations, Process improvement, Metrics & reporting Experience: 12+ years of experience is required Educational Qualification: BTech / BE mandatory Job Overview: The QA Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end quality assurance function, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products aligned with business objectives. This role involves strategic oversight of QA processes, managing cross-functional collaboration, and driving continuous improvement in testing practices. The individual will also play a key role in client engagement through platform demonstrations and will take on Scrum Master responsibilities to ensure effective Agile execution. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the QA function across multiple projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards and best practices Define and implement QA strategies, test plans, and automation frameworks to improve efficiency and coverage Drive collaboration across engineering, product, and business teams from a project management perspective Act as a Scrum Master, facilitating Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews Oversee defect management lifecycle, including tracking, reporting, and resolution Conduct platform demonstrations and walkthroughs for clients, ensuring clarity and confidence in delivered solutions Monitor and report on QA metrics, KPIs, and overall product quality Identify risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies Mentor and manage QA teams, fostering a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement Ensure seamless integration of QA processes within CI/CD pipelines Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications: Graduate with 12+ years of experience in Quality Assurance and Testing Proven experience in leading QA teams and managing end-to-end testing initiatives Strong expertise in Agile/Scrum methodologies, with hands-on experience as a Scrum Master Experience in client-facing roles, including conducting demos and stakeholder communication Deep understanding of test automation tools and frameworks Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Experience in driving cross-functional collaboration and project delivery About Us: Backed by a $1 billion investment over three years, Accenture launched its LearnVantage business in March 2024, providing comprehensive learning and training services to help organizations reskill and upskill their people and achieve greater business results in the AI economy. Powered by an AI-native platform, Accenture LearnVantage offers learning strategy and design, personalized learning experiences, learning managed services and certifications, all supported by a robust partner network and access to more than 2,000 mentors around the world. For more information, please visit www.accenture.com/learnvantage

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