Director of Quality Engineering & Automation at Experian

Hyderabad, Telangana, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Engineering, Automation, AWS, Test Automation, CI/CD, Python, Java, JavaScript, Engineering Productivity, Defect Prevention, Release Readiness, Software Development Engineers in Test, Security, Compliance, Collaboration, Communication

Industry

Information Services

Description

Company Description Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money. We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments. We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com. Job Description Experian is seeking a visionary Director of Quality Engineering & Automation to lead our quality strategy, automation frameworks, and continuous testing initiatives across large-scale enterprise applications. This role will oversee teams in India and United States that are responsible for building high-impact test automation solutions, enabling engineering efficiency, and ensuring the delivery of secure, reliable, and scalable software. The ideal candidate is an engineering leader who thrives at the intersection of software quality, automation, and cloud technology, particularly within AWS environments and who can partner closely with product and platform teams to embed quality throughout the SDLC. You will be reporting to a Vice President. Primary responsibilities include: Lead the global Quality Engineering organization focused on test automation, quality metrics, and engineering productivity. Develop and execute a long-term automation strategy that scales across Experian's enterprise platforms and services. Partner with Engineering, Product, and DevOps leaders to define, measure, and improve product quality and release confidence. Oversee implementation of automation frameworks for APIs, microservices, data pipelines, and UI across AWS-based systems. Establish and monitor KPIs for defect prevention, test coverage, and release readiness. Build a high-performing team of Software Development Engineers in Test (SDETs) and QA Managers. Partner with Security and Compliance teams to ensure automation aligns with enterprise standards and regulated data requirements. Requirements & Qualifications: 10+ years of software quality engineering experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles managing automation teams. Proven experience building and deploying test automation frameworks for enterprise-grade, cloud-based applications. Strong hands-on expertise in AWS (ECS, Lambda, CloudFormation, S3, Redshift, DynamoDB, etc.). Deep understanding of modern software delivery (CI/CD, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar). Solid experience with programming/scripting languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript. Strong communication and collaboration skills to influence cross-functional stakeholders and executive leadership. Experience in highly regulated or data-intensive industries (e.g., Financial Services, Identity). Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. Qualifications AWS 5+ years in leadership role in Sofwtare Quality Github Test Automation Python CI/CD Additional Information Our uniqueness is that we truly celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what truly matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's strong people first approach is award winning; Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why. Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is a critical part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, color, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity. Experian Careers - Creating a better tomorrow together Benefits Experian care for employee's work life balance, health, safety and wellbeing. In support of this endeavor, we offer best-in-class family well-being benefits, enhanced medical benefits and paid time off. #LI-Hybrid Experian Careers - Creating a better tomorrow together Find out what its like to work for Experian by clicking here

Responsibilities

Lead the global Quality Engineering organization focused on test automation and quality metrics. Develop and execute a long-term automation strategy that scales across Experian's enterprise platforms and services.