CARD91 - Manager - Quality Assurance (8-12 yrs)

Job Description: Quality Assurance Manager.

About CARD91:

- CARD91 is a leading Issuance Platform-as-a-Service provider, transforming payment infrastructure for banks, corporations, and fintechs.

- Our platform enables the issuance of various payment instruments, enhancing transaction visibility and decision-making.

- We offer a suite of tools, including an issuer processor and card management system, to streamline card issuance.

- Partnering with major networks like RuPay, Visa, and Mastercard, we effectively tackle payment challenges in India and support global expansion.

- Backed by $14 million in pre-Series A funding, CARD91, founded in 2020 by Ajay Pandey and Vineet Saxena, boasts a team of experienced technopreneurs and bankers.

About the Role:

- As the QA Manager at CARD91, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our products and services through effective leadership of the Quality Assurance team.

- You will develop and execute quality assurance strategies, oversee testing processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain high standards of excellence in all aspects of the product lifecycle.

- Your role will be pivotal in driving continuous improvement and ensuring that all CARD91 products meet the highest levels of quality, performance, and security.

Roles and Responsibilities:

- Develop and Implement QA Strategies: Design and oversee the implementation of comprehensive QA strategies, ensuring alignment with CARD91's business objectives and product requirements.

- Establish best practices to enhance product quality across all stages of development.

- Lead the QA Team: Manage, mentor, and motivate a team of QA professionals, providing guidance on QA methodologies, tools, and processes.

- Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the QA team.

- Test Planning and Execution: Coordinate the development and execution of test plans, cases, and scripts, ensuring that testing covers all functional, regression, integration, and security requirements.

- Ensure all features are thoroughly tested before release.

- Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams: Work closely with Product, Development, and Operations teams to define quality goals, clarify requirements, and ensure a shared understanding of expectations.

- Facilitate communication across teams to address issues and prioritize deliverables.

- Monitor and Report Quality Metrics: Track and analyze quality metrics such as defect rates, testing progress, and performance, providing regular reports to stakeholders.

- Use data-driven insights to improve testing processes and product quality.

- Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for process optimization and recommend tools or methodologies to enhance efficiency, reduce defects, and improve testing effectiveness.

- Stay updated on industry trends and implement new best practices and technologies.

- Risk Management and Issue Resolution: Proactively identify and address potential risks in the product development lifecycle.

- Lead efforts to resolve defects and issues that impact quality, working with development teams to ensure timely resolution.

- Ensure Compliance with Standards: Ensure that all products adhere to internal and external quality standards, regulatory requirements, and security protocols.

- Implement audits to verify compliance with industry best practices.

- Drive Automation Initiatives: Lead the efforts to integrate test automation tools and frameworks to improve the efficiency and coverage of testing.

- Oversee the development of automated test scripts and ensure their successful integration into the CI/CD pipeline.

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

- 8-12years of hands-on experience in Quality Assurance, with at least 2-4 years in a leadership role.

- Experience in the payments, financial technology, or SaaS industry is a plus.

- Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, software testing, and automation tools (e.g., Selenium, JMeter, Postman).

- Familiarity with Java, Python, Mysql, Postman, Swagger, Agile methodology, Scrum, and DevOps practices is essential.

- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues quickly and efficiently.

- High attention to detail with the ability to identify potential issues early in the process to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Why should you join?.

High-Impact Role: Lead critical initiatives, manage investor relations, and influence decision-making across leadership, contributing directly to the company's success.

Dynamic and Growth-Oriented Environment: Be part of a cutting-edge, tech-driven culture with opportunities to innovate, take ownership, and expand your skill set.

Purpose-Driven Mission: Join a company empowering businesses with seamless financial solutions, driving financial inclusion and transformative change in the payment ecosystem globally.

What's on offer:

Best-in-class compensation package.

Stock options for long term wealth creation.

Group health insurance covering your family.

Vibrant, open and fun work culture.