Lead AQA IRC303113

Step into a mission-critical role at the intersection of Generative AI and life-saving technology. We are partnering with a titan of Japanese industry to revolutionise how medical and industrial equipment is managed in hospitals and facilities worldwide. You will be a founding member of a team building a sophisticated GenAI platform designed to provide instant, intelligent access to complex product knowledge—from assembly and configuration to intricate repair procedures. This project is in its infancy, offering you the unique “greenfield” opportunity.

Requirements

Proven experience as an Automation QA Lead, driving both automation strategy and the implementation/management of a Quality Management System (QMS).

Strong expertise in establishing and maintaining QMS standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 27001, or financial regulatory compliance) within the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

Experience managing and mentoring QA teams while remaining hands-on with test execution, automation framework development, and quality compliance.

Deep understanding of QA practices, ensuring all functional, integration, API, UI, end-to-end, regression, smoke, sanity, and exploratory testing align with QMS guidelines and audit requirements.

Hands-on experience with automation frameworks such as Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, or similar tools.

Experience assessing and optimizing existing test suites, identifying what should be reused, refactored, or automated, ensuring all test artifacts are fully documented and traceable per QMS standards.

Ability to create a comprehensive automation roadmap based on product risks, business priorities, QMS compliance gaps, technical feasibility, and ROI.

Strong background in CI/CD integration, test planning, defect management, release readiness, and generating quality metrics for compliance reporting.

Expert Root Cause Analysis (RCA) skills for critical defects, including documenting corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) as part of the QMS.

Excellent English communication and stakeholder management skills, with a proven ability to manage challenging clients and guide them through quality and compliance processes.

Job responsibilities

Lead the QA Team and oversee the QMS, actively driving test automation strategy while ensuring strict adherence to internal quality policies and industry compliance standards.

Define, implement, and continuously evolve the overall QA, Test Automation, and QMS Strategy.

Manage QMS documentation and processes, ensuring proper audit trails, traceability matrices, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are maintained for all testing activities.

Assess current manual and automated test suites to determine which tests should be reused, enhanced, refactored, or newly automated to maximize coverage and compliance.

Develop and maintain a phased automation roadmap, prioritizing tests based on risk, business value, regulatory requirements, and maintainability.

Plan, execute, and document all testing activities (functional, integration, API, UI, end-to-end, regression, etc.) to ensure they meet the rigorous standards of the financial sector.

Lead the implementation of automated tests using Playwright or similar frameworks, integrating them seamlessly into CI/CD pipelines.

Manage, mentor, and train QA team members on both automation best practices and QMS adherence, remaining hands-on when required.

Drive defect triage and Root Cause Analysis (RCA), ensuring all critical defects are resolved and documented in alignment with QMS CAPA procedures.

Communicate quality status, compliance risks, and release readiness to stakeholders and the client, creating clear, audit-ready reports tailored to different audiences.

Drive continuous improvement of QA processes, test coverage, automation, QMS maturity, and overall product quality.

What we offer

Empowering Projects: With 500+ clients spanning diverse industries and domains, we provide an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects that leverage cutting-edge technologies. As a team, we engineer digital products that positively impact people’s lives.

Empowering Growth: We foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development. Our dedication is to provide timely and comprehensive assistance for every consultant through our dedicated Learning & Development team, ensuring their continuous growth and success.

DE&I Matters: At GlobalLogic, we deeply value and embrace diversity. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, fostering an inclusive and empowering work environment.

Career Development: Our corporate culture places a strong emphasis on career development, offering abundant opportunities for growth. Regular interactions with our teams ensure their engagement, motivation, and recognition. We empower our team members to pursue their career goals with confidence and enthusiasm.

Comprehensive Benefits: In addition to equitable compensation, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes the overall well-being of our consultants. We genuinely care about their health and strive to create a positive work environment.

Flexible Opportunities: At GlobalLogic, we prioritize work-life balance by offering flexible opportunities tailored to your lifestyle. Explore relocation and rotation options for diverse cultural and professional experiences in different countries with our company.

About GlobalLogic

GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world’s largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we’ve been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.