Quality Assurance Head (10-15 yrs)

We are currently hiring for the position of QA Head for one of our clients located in Mumbai/Pune.

Company Profile :

Our Client is an Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) firm, which stands at the forefront of innovation, redefining the landscape of due diligence with a commitment to excellence. It was founded with the vision of creating a workplace where employees are celebrated for their skills, diverse experiences, and unique perspectives, it has emerged as a trusted partner in the diligence process. Our clients cutting-edge platform, utilized by esteemed organizations such as PwC, KPMG and our list of esteemed clients also includes Swiss Re, Swiss Post, Tier Mobility, Lumin Insurance to name a few.

Our client are headquartered at London & it boasts a dynamic team of 100+ analysts strategically spread across 3 countries - United Kingdom, United States and India. The global presence allows us to harness a diverse range of talents and cultural insights, enabling us to deliver unparalleled value to our clients.

Position Title : QA Head

Experience Required : 10+ years

Education : Bachelor's /Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field is required.

Location : Mumbai/Pune

Job Brief :

We are looking for a Head of QA to lead and scale our quality assurance function across a dynamic suite of enterprise-grade SaaS products. This is a strategic leadership role for a highly experienced QA professional with deep expertise in both manual and automation testing, strong knowledge of Python, Vue.js, SQL, and Elastic search, and a passion for driving quality at scale.

As the QA Head, you will be responsible for defining QA standards, scaling automation, introducing AI-driven testing approaches, and ensuring high-quality product delivery in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Roles & Responsibilities :

- Define and own the overall QA strategy, vision, and roadmap for the organization.

- Lead a team of QA engineers and establish best practices across manual, automation, and performance testing.

- Design and scale robust automation frameworks compatible with our tech stack (Python, Vue.js).

- Implement and optimize AI-based testing solutions to improve coverage and testing velocity.

- Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and DevOps to integrate quality checks into the CI/CD pipeline.

- Oversee QA planning, execution, documentation, and reporting across all major releases.

- Drive continuous improvement of QA processes, tools, and quality metrics.

- Analyse complex technical and functional requirements to build comprehensive test strategies.

- Lead defect triage, risk analysis, and ensure efficient bug tracking and resolution workflows.

- Present testing outcomes, QA metrics, and case studies to senior leadership and stakeholders.

- Champion a quality-first culture across the organization.

Skills Required :

- 10+ years of experience in software QA, with a strong focus on SaaS product testing.

- Proven leadership in building and managing QA teams in agile environments.

- Expert knowledge of manual and automated testing techniques.

- Strong hands-on experience with tools and frameworks like Selenium, PyTest, Postman, and others.

- Advanced SQL skills and experience with Elasticsearch in QA workflows.

- Proficiency in working within Python and Vue.js environments from a QA standpoint.

- Experience with AI-based testing platforms (e.g., Testim).

- Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

- Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and present QA strategies at leadership level.

- QA certifications (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE) are a strong plus.

Preferred Skills Set :

- Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach when needed.

- Passion for innovation in testing practices and tools.

- Ability to mentor, inspire, and grow high-performing QA teams.

- Strong stakeholder management and cross-department collaboration skills.

Perks and benefits :

- Enjoy the benefit of shaping and implementing high-level strategies, carving a great career path.

- An inclusive work environment where authenticity is celebrated.

- Exposure to a global perspective with dynamic and international client interactions.

- Cultural Diversity that enriches your professional experience, providing a unique and broadened outlook.

If you have any queries, please feel free to reach out. Also, kindly share this opportunity with any friends or colleagues who may be suitable and interested.

Looking forward to contacting you soon!