QA Automation Consultant (Gurugram)

We are seeking a hands-on QA Manager with over 10 years of experience in manual and automation testing , and exposure to performance testing . The ideal candidate will lead a QA team of 510 engineers, be actively involved in Agile delivery cycles, and contribute directly to sprint activities. The QA Manager should bring strong leadership, deep technical expertise, and a collaborative mindset to ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable software solutions. Key Responsibilities: - Lead, mentor, and manage a QA team of 510 testers (manual and automation). - Own the quality assurance strategy, planning, and execution across all phases of the SDLC. - Be hands-on in manual and automation testing contribute actively during Agile sprints. - Define and implement robust test plans, test cases, and automation scripts for web, API, and backend services. - Work closely with developers, product owners, and DevOps to integrate QA processes in CI/CD pipelines. - Drive test automation strategy using tools such as Selenium, Functionize, or similar frameworks . - Collaborate with performance testing engineers or contribute to performance testing activities as needed. - Conduct code reviews for automation scripts and support test data management. - Track QA metrics, create test reports, and drive quality improvements across the team. - Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation in QA practices. Required Skills and Qualifications: - 10+ years of QA experience with at least 3+ years in a QA leadership or managerial role. - Solid experience in both manual testing and test automation . - Solid exposure to performance testing tools and concepts . - Deep understanding of Agile methodologies , Scrum ceremonies , and CI/CD pipelines . - Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Selenium, Functionize, TestNG, JUnit, Postman, or similar . - Strong knowledge of testing APIs, web applications , and integration workflows. - Excellent communication, pr .