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Job Title: QA ManagerFunction: Quality Assurance & TestingLocation: Hyderabad, IndiaExperience: 10+ YearsAbout AnblicksAnblicks is a cloud data engineering and analytics company that helps enterprises modernize their data platforms using Cloud, Data Engineering, AI/ML, and Advanced Analytics solutions. We deliver scalable, high-performance, and secure systems for global enterprises across industries.We are seeking a highly experienced QA Manager to lead quality engineering initiatives across complex data, cloud, and enterprise software programs. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong technical depth, automation expertise, and proven leadership capabilities.Role SummaryThe QA Manager will be responsible for defining and driving enterprise-level quality strategy, scaling automation frameworks, and leading high-performing QA teams. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in both manual and automated testing, strong architectural understanding, and experience working in Agile/DevOps-driven environments.You will collaborate closely with Engineering, Product, Data, and DevOps teams to ensure high-quality releases, reduced defects, and predictable delivery outcomes.Key Responsibilities1. QA Strategy & LeadershipDefine and implement enterprise-wide QA strategy aligned with business and engineering objectives.Lead and mentor QA teams, fostering a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.Own high-complexity quality initiatives across multiple projects or product lines.Establish best practices for quality governance, risk management, and release readiness.2. Test Architecture & AutomationArchitect, design, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks.Drive automation-first strategy across UI, API, data, and integration layers.Develop robust test strategies for multi-tiered, distributed, and cloud-based systems.Ensure comprehensive test coverage including functional, regression, performance, and security testing.3. Technical OversightAnalyze complex enterprise systems and develop optimized manual and automated testing solutions.Provide accurate effort estimations for testing activities.Review test results, analyze defects, and recommend corrective actions.Ensure version control, branching strategies, and CI/CD integration are aligned with QA processes.Demonstrate mastery in object-oriented design principles, test framework architecture, and SDLC processes.4. Cloud & Enterprise Systems QualityLead testing efforts for cloud-native applications and multi-tier architectures.Ensure validation across distributed data systems, APIs, microservices, and enterprise integrations.Support DevOps and continuous testing practices within CI/CD pipelines.5. Stakeholder & Cross-Functional CollaborationAct as a key quality advocate across Engineering, Product, and Business stakeholders.Communicate quality metrics, risks, and release readiness to leadership.Drive transparency through quality dashboards and KPIs.Serve as Product SME or specialist across one or more product lines.6. Continuous Improvement & EfficiencyContinuously optimize QA processes to improve speed, efficiency, and release quality.Identify gaps and implement automation or process improvements.Stay up to date with evolving development technologies and testing tools.Required Qualifications10+ years of experience in QA and/or software development.3+ years of managerial or team leadership experience.Proven expertise in designing and maintaining complex test automation frameworks.Mastery of multiple programming languages used in automation (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, etc.).Strong understanding of:Object-Oriented Design patternsData structuresVersion control and branching strategies (Git-based workflows)SDLC and Agile methodologiesExperience working in Agile/Scrum environments.Hands-on experience with JIRA or similar SDLC tools.Strong analytical, estimation, and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.Preferred QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.Proven experience building and scaling QA functions in enterprise environments.Experience testing cloud-native applications (AWS/Azure/GCP).Exposure to data engineering, analytics, or AI/ML platforms.Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.Track record of improving release quality metrics in large-scale programs.What Will Set You ApartExperience leading QA for enterprise data and cloud transformation programs.Strong DevOps and continuous testing mindset.Proven ability to scale automation across multiple teams.Experience managing distributed or global QA teams.Strong leadership presence with ability to influence senior stakeholders.