Position Title Sr D T Quality Engineer Associate Manager Function Group Digital Technology Location Mumbai Shift Timing 11 AM to 8 PM Role Reports to Manager - Quality Engineering Remote Hybrid in-Office Hybrid ABOUT GENERAL MILLS We make foodthe world loves 100 brands In 100 countries Across six continents With iconic brands like Cheerios Pillsbury Betty Crocker Nature Valley and Haagen-Dazs we ve been serving up food the world loves for 155 years and counting Each of our brands has a unique story to tell How we make our food is as key as the food we make Our values are baked into our legacy and continue to accelerate us into the future as an innovative force for good General Mills was founded in 1866 when Cadwallader Washburn boldly bought the largest flour mill west of the Mississippi That pioneering spirit lives on today through our leadership team who upholds a vision of relentless innovation while being a force for good For more details check out http www generalmills com General Mills India Center GIC is our global capability center in Mumbai that works as an extension of our global organization delivering business value service excellence and growth while standing for good for our planet and people With our team of 1800 professionals we deliver superior value across the areas of Supply chain SC Digital Technology D T Innovation Technology Quality ITQ Consumer and Market Intelligence CMI Sales Strategy Intelligence SSI Global Shared Services GSS Finance Shared Services FSS and Human Resources Shared Services HRSS For more details check out https www generalmills co in We advocate for advancing equity and inclusion to create more equitable workplaces and a better tomorrow JOB OVERVIEW Function Overview The Digital and Technology team at General Mills stands as the largest and foremost unit dedicated to exploring the latest trends and innovations in technology while leading the adoption of cutting-edge technologies across the organization Collaborating closely with global business teams the focus is on understanding business models and identifying opportunities to leverage technology for increased efficiency and disruption The team s expertise spans a wide range of areas including AI ML Data Science IoT NLP Cloud Infrastructure RPA and Automation Digital Transformation Cyber Security Blockchain SAP S4 HANA and Enterprise Architecture The MillsWorks initiative embodies an agile scale delivery model where business and technology teams operate cohesively in pods with a unified mission to deliver value for the company Employees working on significant technology projects are recognized as Digital Transformation change agents The team places a strong emphasis on service partnerships and employee engagement with a commitment to advancing equity and supporting communities In fostering an inclusive culture the team values individuals passionate about learning and growing with technology exemplified by the Work with Heart philosophy emphasizing results over facetime Those intrigued by the prospect of contributing to the digital transformation journey of a Fortune 500 company are encouraged to explore more details about the function through the following Link Purpose of the role The Digital and Technology team of General Mills India Centre is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic individual with 10-14 years of experience to work on consultation and execution of functional testing projects The candidate must have a strong understanding of industry trends and best practices including emerging ones such as cloud mobile and big data KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES End-to-End Solution Definition Expert LevelProficiency in understanding business requirements and translating them into comprehensive end-to-end solutions Ability to conduct thorough analysis and design of solution architectures ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical feasibility Experience in defining system integration points data flows and interfaces across different components of the solution Test Management Expertise Expert LevelAdvanced knowledge of test management principles methodologies and tools including HP ALM Jira TestRail Quality Center and others Proven track record in developing comprehensive test strategies plans and schedules to ensure thorough test coverage across all project phases Extensive experience in test case design execution and defect tracking with the ability to prioritize test cases based on risk analysis and business impact Expertise in Test Tools Beginner to IntermediateKnowledge of test automation tools such as Selenium HP UFT Unified Functional Testing and IBM Rational Functional Tester for automating test cases and improving testing efficiency - Understanding of performance testing tools like JMeter Neo load LoadRunner and Apache Bench for conducting load stress and scalability testing of applications Experience with API testing tools such as Postman SoapUI and Rest-Assured for testing web services and APIs Quality Engineering QE Practices Expert LevelIn-depth understanding of quality assurance practices and principles including QE methodologies standards and best practices Experience in establishing and maintaining quality management systems QMS ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle SDLC methodologies including Agile Waterfall and DevOps and experience in integrating quality Engineering activities into the SDLC processes Ability to manage and mitigate project risks through effective quality planning monitoring and control measures throughout the SDLC phases Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills IntermediateExperience in problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes of issues and propose effective solutions Experience in conducting root cause analysis RCA and implementing corrective and preventive actions to address quality issues proactively Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation using metrics and KPIs to measure quality performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives Communication and Leadership Abilities IntermediateStrong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to stakeholders at all levels Demonstrated leadership abilities including the ability to lead cross-functional teams inspire teamwork and foster a culture of collaboration and excellence Experience in mentoring and coaching team members to enhance their technical skills knowledge and professional development Leadership and Team Management IntermediateDemonstrate leadership abilities including the ability to inspire motivate and guide team members towards achieving common goals Proficiency in team management including hiring onboarding performance evaluation and fostering a positive team culture Consultation and Mentorship Expert LevelAbility to provide expert consultation and guidance to team members on quality engineering principles methodologies and best practices Proficiency in mentoring resources to enhance their technical skills knowledge and professional development Skill Enhancement and Career Planning IntermediateExperience in identifying skill gaps and opportunities for improvement among team members and implementing strategies for skill enhancement Proficiency in developing and implementing career development plans including setting goals providing feedback and facilitating learning opportunities Team Leadership ExperienceExperience of 4-5 years in leading and managing teams of 5-7 members ensuring effective collaboration performance and goal achievement MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor s degree in computer science Engineering or related field Total 10-14 years of experience in software testing with a focus on Functional and API testing Good understanding of automation testing principle and other testing tools Experience in Agile methodologies and CI CD DevOps practices Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities Knowledge of continuous integration and continuous deployment CI CD practices Excellent written and verbal communication skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSCertification in Quality Management or Testing e g ISTQB Experience with Microservices API Integration testing Previous experience in an offshoring model is a plus Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels Ability to drive quality initiatives and influence quality culture within the organization Familiarity with cloud-based testing environments and tools