**Role Overview/What will you do:** As an Applications Quality Lead Analyst, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of our product quality and delivery, working towards a target state of a fully automated platform with minimal manual QA intervention. This role combines strategic vision with rigorous quality assurance expertise, with a strong emphasis on driving value through automation, particularly in the realm of Generative AI. + Lead application systems analysis and programming activities, ensuring application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint. + Drive product quality and delivery through automation initiatives, especially in generative AI, targeting a fully automated platform with minimal manual QA intervention. + Partner with management teams to define necessary system enhancements, deploy new products, and resolve high-impact problems through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes. + Collaborate with development teams and Product Owners to formulate comprehensive requirements and propose cutting-edge, efficient solutions. + Define and drive the strategy for quality automation, overseeing testing priorities, roadmapping for releases, and continuous improvement. + Act as a central point of contact for interdepartmental communication, ensuring alignment and seamless collaboration across various project impacts. + Provide technical expertise, mentor mid-level developers and analysts, and establish standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation. + Proactively assess risk, ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and maintain clear, concise communication across all organizational levels. **Key Skills and Experience required** + 10-14 years of experience in Applications Development, systems analysis, or a similar tech lead role. + Proven experience in product ownership, quality assurance management,



or a hybrid role within a technology-driven workplace. + Industry Knowledge: Proven working experience in the Financial Services industry, specifically within the Capital Markets domain. + Programming & Scripting: + Strong proficiency in core Java. + Solid experience with scripting languages such as Python and Shell. + Test Automation Frameworks & Tools: + Expertise in building and using frameworks based on BDD (e.g., Cucumber) and TestNG. + Hands-on experience with widely used test automation frameworks such as Rest-Assured (for API), Playwright, or Cypress. + Good experience with Backend Automation using Python for Data Validation, Accuracy checks + Extensive experience with system analysis, software application programming, and managing successful projects. + Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and various testing methodologies, with experience driving automation initiatives. + Demonstrated leadership, project management, and Subject Matter Expertise in at least one area of Applications Development. + Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, ensuring effective dissemination of information. **Any Beneficial / Nice to have skills and experience** + Practical experience with Automation Testing frameworks and tools. + Experience with Generative AI (Gen AI) concepts and their application in product development or quality assurance. + Familiarity with AI-powered development tools such as Copilot.



+ Proficiency in modern testing frameworks and tools like Playwright, Selenium, and JUnit. + Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with an ability to adjust priorities quickly. + Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment. + Ability to think strategically and translate vision into actionable plans. ------------------------------------------------------ **Job Family Group:** Technology ------------------------------------------------------ **Job Family:** Applications Development ------------------------------------------------------ **Time Type:** Full time ------------------------------------------------------ **Most Relevant Skills** Please see the requirements listed above. ------------------------------------------------------ **Other Relevant Skills** For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------ _Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law._ _If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review_ _Accessibility at Citi (https://www.citigroup.com/citi/accessibility/application-accessibility.htm)_ _._ _View Citi's_ _EEO Policy Statement (https://www.citigroup.com/global/eeo-aa-policy)_ _and the_ _Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)_ _poster._ Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Minority/Female/Veteran/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

📌 Automation Quality Assurance -Technical Lead -Vice President (Pune)
🏢 Citigroup
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