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Automation Quality Assurance – Technical Lead -Vice President

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Pune, Mahārāshtra, IND
Senior level
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Pune, Mahārāshtra, IND
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The role leads application systems analysis and development, focusing on automation in quality assurance, partnering with management, and mentoring. It involves implementing strategies for quality automation and driving system analysis to improve application delivery.
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XVA Technology at Citi is undertaking a bold, multi-year transformation to build a best-in-class centralized cross asset platform risk system. We are re-engineering our technology estate to achieve world-leading performance and resiliency, enabling new capabilities. Our ambition is to deliver a seamlessly integrated, highly automated platform that drives outstanding client outcomes and accelerates growth across our global franchise. As part of the team, you'll collaborate closely with high-caliber engineers and deeply engaged business and product partners - working together to define and deliver the next generation of XVA technology at Citi.

Role Overview/What will you do:

As an Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of our product quality and delivery, working towards a target state of a fully automated platform with minimal manual QA intervention. This role combines strategic vision with rigorous quality assurance expertise, with a strong emphasis on driving value through automation, particularly in the realm of Generative AI.

  • Lead application systems analysis and programming activities, ensuring application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint.
  • Drive product quality and delivery through automation initiatives, especially in generative AI, targeting a fully automated platform with minimal manual QA intervention.
  • Partner with management teams to define necessary system enhancements, deploy new products, and resolve high-impact problems through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes.
  • Collaborate with development teams and Product Owners to formulate comprehensive requirements and propose innovative, efficient solutions.
  • Define and drive the strategy for quality automation, overseeing testing priorities, roadmapping for releases, and continuous improvement.
  • Act as a central point of contact for interdepartmental communication, ensuring alignment and seamless collaboration across various project impacts.
  • Provide technical expertise, mentor mid-level developers and analysts, and establish standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation.
  • Proactively assess risk, ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and maintain clear, concise communication across all organizational levels.

Key Skills and Experience required

  • 10-14 years of experience in Applications Development, systems analysis, or a similar tech lead role.
  • Proven experience in product ownership, quality assurance management, or a hybrid role within a technology-driven environment.
  • Extensive experience with system analysis, software application programming, and managing successful projects.
  • Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and various testing methodologies, with experience driving automation initiatives.
  • Demonstrated leadership, project management, and Subject Matter Expertise in at least one area of Applications Development.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, ensuring effective dissemination of information.

Education:

  • Bachelor$B!G(Bs degree/University degree or equivalent experience
  • Master$B!G(Bs degree preferred

Any Beneficial / Nice to have skills and experience

  • Practical experience with Automation Testing frameworks and tools.
  • Experience with Generative AI (Gen AI) concepts and their application in product development or quality assurance.
  • Familiarity with AI-powered development tools such as Copilot.
  • Proficiency in modern testing frameworks and tools like Playwright, Selenium, and JUnit.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with an ability to adjust priorities quickly.
  • Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
  • Ability to think strategically and translate vision into actionable plans.

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Applications Development

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

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