Business

QA Manager

Business
Pune, India
Full - Time

To apply for this job, send your details, CV, and relevant documents to careers@asentechllc.com

About Asentech:

Asentech leads in digital transformation for Life Sciences brands, offering advanced data and technology solutions to amplify customer engagement across multiple channels through data-driven strategies and omnichannel approaches.

Our Journey:

Since 2007, we’ve grown to become a trusted partner for life sciences commercial teams. Let’s face it, life sciences companies are facing some serious challenges – Rep influence is on the decline, community practices are merging into larger healthcare networks, and the Inflation Reduction Act is putting more margin pressure – and that’s just for starters. With fewer levers to pull, companies need to nail their product launches now more than ever. That’s where omnichannel strategies come in – they’ve become absolutely crucial in this landscape. Our team of tech experts and strategists is ready to put our omnichannel expertise to work for you. We’re not about cookie-cutter solutions; we tailor our approach to fit the unique needs of each life sciences company in this complex market.

Our Mission:

Our mission is to empower life science organizations globally to maximize the value of their omnichannel capabilities. Through strategic partnerships, we drive significant improvements in both top-line growth and bottom-line efficiency, helping our clients achieve their business objectives in an increasingly complex market landscape.

Job Details:

  • Job Title:- Quality Assurance Manager
  • Type of Position:- FTE
  • Experience:- 15+ years
  • Job Location:- Pune

Roles Overview:

The QA Manager oversees the quality assurance function, ensuring effective testing strategies and resource optimization to meet business goals. They drive innovation, mentor teams, and maintain a strategic focus on delivering high-quality products while adapting to industry trends.

Roles & Responsibilities:

  1. QA Strategy and Vision: Establish long-term Quality Assurance goals, best practices, process improvements, aligning with the Company objectives.
  2. Stakeholders Communication & Cross-departmental collaboration: Work closely with the client stakeholders (when applicable), Senior and Executive management and collaborate with project leadership to ensure QA deliveries align with customer/business expectations.
  3. Performance and Compliance Oversight: Ensure adherence to industry and company specific compliance requirements (ISO 27001:2022 & CMMI L3) by offering mentoring and oversight to the team. Establish, Implement and periodically review document artifacts and repository management practices.
  4. Risk Management and Escalation Handling: Establish checkpoints and quality assurance processes to proactively identify quality risks, handle escalation and subsequent reporting while ensuring mitigation strategies are in place.
  5. Operations Efficiency & Cost Management: Optimize QA processes to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure high-quality outcomes within budget constraints by balancing resource utilization and service delivery requirements.
  6. Team Management and Resource Planning: Lead, mentor, and upskill QA team members along with ensuring clear roles, fostering collaboration, and maintaining a motivated workforce to achieve quality goals efficiently.
  7. Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Drive continuous improvement by leveraging AI, automation, and advanced tools to enhance testing efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. Foster a culture of innovation, ensuring processes evolve with emerging technologies and industry best practices to deliver superior quality outcomes.

Technical Competency:

  • Demonstrable experience as a QA Manager, QA Lead, or similar role, with 15+ years in quality assurance (QA) and at least 3 years in a management position overseeing multiple QA teams or a large QA department.
  • Extensive experience in working with PMO teams in requirements collection, analysis and preparing test plans based on the user requirements.
  • Proven ability to effectively lead and manage a QA team of 30+ members, including training, performance management, team development, and resource allocation.
  • Deep expertise in QA methodologies, tools, and frameworks, with hands-on experience in implementing scalable QA processes.
  • Extensive experience designing and managing automated test suites using tools like Selenium, Cucumber, or similar tools, along with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Java).
  • Proficient in defect tracking and quality management systems such as JIRA, with exposure to performance, load, and security testing tools.
  • Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies, with the ability to adapt QA strategies to dynamic project environments.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills, astute attention to detail, and the ability to analyze complex issues to ensure high-quality deliverables.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership and clients.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, ensuring timely delivery of QA objectives.

Functional Competency:

  • Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required. A postgraduate degree or technical certification (e.g., MBA, MS) is highly desirable for senior roles.
  • Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Six Sigma, ISTQB, CQA (Certified Quality Auditor), or CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) are a strong advantage.
  • Quality improvement expertise: Demonstrated experience in implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Auditing and compliance: Knowledge of quality inspection, auditing, and compliance standards, with the ability to ensure adherence to industry best practices.
  • Strategic thinking: Ability to align QA strategies with broader organizational goals, contributing to long-term business success.

In order to ensure fair and transparent hiring practices, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and eliminating any form of discrimination or bias in our recruitment process.

Join our team and make a significant impact on the growth and development of our IT organization. Apply today with your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Asentech is an equal opportunities employer. All applications are treated as confidential. To apply for this job, send your details, CV, and relevant documents to careers@asentechllc.com