Manager, Testing Architect

Manager Testing ArchitectThe Opportunity Based in Hyderabad join a global healthcare biopharma company and be part of a 130- year legacy of success backed by ethical integrity forward momentum and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare Be part of an organisation driven by digital technology and data-backed approaches that support a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines vaccines and animal health products Drive innovation and execution excellence Be a part of a team with passion for using data analytics and insights to drive decision-making and which creates custom software allowing us to tackle some of the world s greatest health threats Our Technology centers focus on creating a space where teams can come together to deliver business solutions that save and improve lives An integral part of the company IT operating model Tech centers are globally distributed locations where each IT division has employees to enable our digital transformation journey and drive business outcomes These locations in addition to the other sites are essential to supporting our business and strategy A focused group of leaders in each tech center helps to ensure we can manage and improve each location from investing in growth success and well-being of our people to making sure colleagues from each IT division feel a sense of belonging to managing critical emergencies And together we must leverage the strength of our team to collaborate globally to optimize connections and share best practices across the Tech Centers Role Overview As a testing architect specialist you will play a critical role in the software development lifecycle focusing primarily on the testing phase to ensure that software products meet quality standards before release This role is pivotal in establishing the foundation for effective testing practices within the Enterprise IT organization leading to higher quality products and processes You will play a crucial part in delivering reliable and robust software products to users What will you do in this role The testing architect is responsible for designing a comprehensive test strategy that outlines the testing approach methodologies and tools to be used throughout the software development lifecycle This includes both manual and automated testing strategies Design and implement the testing framework which includes defining the architecture of test automation solutions selecting appropriate tools and ensuring that the framework is scalable maintainable and efficient Collaborate with various stakeholders including COE Testing Lead Squad Leads Test Coordinators Engineers product managers developers and project managers to align testing efforts with business goals and project requirements This involves understanding the software s functional and non-functional requirements Provide support within the testing squad mentoring other testers and promoting best practices in testing methodologies Conduct training sessions and workshops to improve the skill set of the testing team Develop detailed test plans that define the scope approach resources and schedule of testing activities Identify potential risks in the software development process and develop mitigation strategies This includes prioritizing testing efforts based on risk assessment Advocate for continuous improvement in testing processes support adopting new tools and technologies that enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness Track and report on testing progress results and quality metrics to provide insights into the softwares quality and readiness for release Integrate testing processes into continuous integration continuous deployment CI CD pipelines to automate testing and ensure fast feedback on code changes Maintain clear communication with all stakeholders regarding testing status issues and progress to ensure that everyone is aligned on quality objectives Support the Testing tools lead to evaluate and select testing tools that align with the project requirements and the overall architecture of the software What Should you have Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science or any Technology stream 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical testing quality assurance or related fields SAP Knowledge desired understanding of SAP functionalities modules and integrations as well as specific products like Concur Ariba Fieldglass and MDG Prior experience with S 4 HANA would be advantageous Familiarity with SDLC in the pharmaceutical industry preferred A solid understanding of software testing methodologies such as Manual Testing Automated Testing Performance Testing and Load Testing processes and best practices including functional non-functional regression performance and security testing Knowledge of programming languages like ABAP Advanced Business Application Programming can be beneficial for understanding the backend processes In-depth knowledge of testing tools and frameworks e g Selenium JIRA Jira XRAY Tricentis TOSCA HP ALM Load Runner Experience in designing and implementing test frameworks that are scalable and maintainable as well as understanding design patterns related to automated testing Good functional testing skills to ensure the application meets business requirements Proficient in project management Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Passion for learning about new tools technologies and processes related to software testing and a commitment to driving continuous improvement within the testing function Effective communication leadership abilities and interpersonal skills to liaise with cross-functional teams Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities Certifications in quality assurance application management project management and testing are preferred such as ITSQB such as Certified Tester or Advanced Test Manager Certified ScrumMaster CSM Agile Tester Certification CAT Certified Software Tester CSTE or Quality Assurance and Testing QAT PMP or other relevant certifications Our technology teams operate as business partners proposing ideas and innovative solutions that enable new organizational capabilities We collaborate internationally to deliver services and solutions that help everyone be more productive and enable innovation Who we are We are known as Merck Co Inc Rahway New Jersey USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else For more than a century we have been inventing for life bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world s most challenging diseases Today our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world What we look for Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world Here you have that opportunity You can put your empathy creativity digital mastery or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time Our team is constantly evolving so if you are among the intellectually curious join usxe2x80x94and start making your impact today Current Employees applyCurrent Contingent Workers applySearch Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck Co Inc Rahway NJ USA also known as Merck Sharp Dohme LLC Rahway NJ USA does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities All CVs resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place Where agency agreements are in place introductions are position specific Please no phone calls or emails Employee Status RegularRelocation VISA Sponsorship Travel Requirements Flexible Work Arrangements Not ApplicableShift Valid Driving License Hazardous Material s Required Skills Data Engineering Data Visualization Design Applications Software Configurations Software Development Software Development Life Cycle SDLC Solution Architecture System Designs Systems Integration TestingPreferred Skills Job Posting End Date 03 31 2025 A job posting is effective until 11 59 59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date