Quality Engineering Lead (Test Lead)
Project Role Description : Leads a team of quality engineers through multi-disciplinary team planning and ecosystem integration to accelerate delivery and drive quality across the application lifecycle. Applies business and functional knowledge to develop end-to-end testing strategies through the use of quality processes and methodologies. Applies testing methodologies, principles and processes to define and implement key metrics to manage and assess the testing process including test execution and defect resolution.
Must have skills : Test Management
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 15 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education
Summary: As a Quality Engineering Lead, thought leader to guide a team of engineers in delivering high-quality, resilient applications. In this role, you will navigate complex, cross-functional team dynamics, integrated ecosystems, and modern software delivery pipelines while collaborating with product, engineer, and business stakeholders. The ideal candidate combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic vision, driving innovation in testing practices, championing automation and quality metrics, and elevating the organization’s quality culture. Roles & Responsibilities - Serve as a strategic Subject Matter Expert (SME) in modern Quality Engineering, promoting automation, AI/ML testing, DevSecOps, and continuous quality strategies. - Lead and mentor cross-functional QE teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high-performance outcomes. - Take ownership of team decisions and ensure alignment with enterprise-level quality and engineering standards. - Deliver scalable, enterprise-wide quality solutions that enhance resilience, speed, and predictability across programs. - Champion talent development through mentoring, advanced training, and building QE communities of practice. Professional & Technical Skills - Test Strategy Expertise: Proficient in functional and end-to-end test planning for complex, multi-system environments. - Quality Engineering Knowledge: Strong understanding of modern QA/QE methodologies, including risk-based testing, continuous testing, and DevOps-aligned practices. - Automation & CI/CD: Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks, tools, and pipelines integrated into CI/CD workflows. - Analytical & Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate complex requirements into robust test strategies and actionable test cases. - Metrics & Tools: Skilled in defect tracking, test management, and quality metrics tools to drive insights and continuous improvement. - Innovation Mindset: Familiarity with emerging practices such as AI/ML-assisted testing, predictive analytics, and observability-driven testing. Additional Information: - The candidate should have minimum 15 years of experience in Test Management. - This position is based at our Bengaluru office. - A 15 years full time education is required.
Bengaluru
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