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JOB OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient AVP, Quality Engineering Architect, and Technical Lead to lead our Quality Engineering Center of Excellence (CoE). This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with deep expertise in test automation, application development, and AI-driven testing strategies. You will be responsible for architecting scalable platforms and frameworks that support enterprise-wide quality initiatives, while also mentoring a high-performing team and collaborating with senior leadership.
You will work closely with engineering, product, and executive teams to define quality strategies, implement intelligent automation, and ensure robust testing coverage across applications and services.

GOVERNANCE & REPORTING

• Establish quality metrics and KPIs; provide regular reporting to executive leadership.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and industry best practices.
  What are we looking for?
  We’re looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 12+ years of experience in software engineering or quality engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven hands-on experience with Selenium, Playwright, Appium, and test automation frameworks.
• Strong coding skills in Python, Java, and JavaScript.
• Experience in building and scaling test platforms and frameworks across large organizations.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML technologies and their application in quality engineering.
• Expertise in AWS cloud services and infrastructure automation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience leading a Center of Excellence or similar strategic quality initiative.
• Contributions to open-source testing tools or frameworks.
• Certifications in AWS, AI/ML
• Experience with performance testing, security testing, and observability tools.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools like GitHub Actions, Octopus, Docker, and Kubernetes.
  

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