Area(s) of responsibility

- Own and drive QA delivery for assigned application portfolios within the client program, ensuring quality, timeliness, and client satisfaction.

- Manage release cycles, test execution windows, and sign-off processes across multiple parallel workstreams.

- Track and report delivery metrics - defect density, automation coverage, execution progress, and SLA adherence - to program leadership and client stakeholders.

- Proactively identify delivery risks and drive mitigation without escalation dependency. Participate in client calls, QBRs, and governance forums with confidence and accountability.

- Define and govern the automation strategy for assigned scope - framework selection, coverage targets, and execution integration into CI/CD pipelines.

- Drive automation coverage expansion and reduction of manual regression dependency. Oversee script maintenance, auto-healing practices, and execution optimization.

- Evaluate and adopt new tools and approaches in line with program direction,



including AI-assisted testing capabilities.

- Lead a team of Test Leads, Senior Test Engineers, and Test Engineers (cross location).

- Conduct regular one-on-ones, performance reviews, and career conversations. Identify skill gaps and drive targeted upskilling and cross-skilling within the team.

- Foster a culture of accountability, quality ownership, and continuous improvement. Support talent retention through active engagement and recognition.

- Build and maintain solid working relationships with client and technical stakeholders. Translate client expectations into clear delivery commitments and manage them proactively.

- Communicate program status, risks, and achievements with clarity and credibility.

Locations

- Country/Region: IN
- Requisition ID: 37232
- Work Model:
- Position Type: Salary
- Range:
- Location: INDIA - BENGALURU - AUTOMOTIVE

📌 Title: QA Project Manager (India)
🏢 Birlasoft
📍 India