Development Manager Qa / Qv

hence the increased emphasis on automation testing across projects. Publicis Sapient is looking for automation experts who in addition to the expertise in the tools and techniques also have the knack to understand the business needs, ROI and accordingly create the automation strategy. Assures consistent quality of Software Applications production by developing and enforcing robust Automated Software QE strategy, practices, and processes, providing documentation and managing people. They collaborate the with the project, business and (QE) teams, to develop detailed automated scripts, test frameworks to make the overall system more effective and efficient for our clients. Responsible for the overall quality of the project through effective QE leadership and management to ensure that all deliverables in terms of time, price and quality are met. This individual must have a proven track record of success building, leading, and managing a functional and technical QE team with a strong sense of quality ownership. This is a hands-on job that requires strategic thinking and planning to provide leadership and expertise throughout the entire QA lifecycle, ensuring the success of the team's manual and automation efforts in an agile working environment Able to estimate for low and medium complexity applications and have used at least one of the estimation techniques. Able to handle / oversight a small team ranging from 2 -5 people and can guide them during the complete SDLC cycle starting from test case creation till test closure activities Well-versed with most of the activities in defect management process, can define / enhance the defect documentation and TAR lifecycle process independently Have expertise to enforce / adhere defect or other processes in the team Preferred (Mostly for people being hired at the Senior Associate Career Stage) Mentored or coached at least one person Can define Automation Test strategy and test plan for low and medium complexity applications taking into