QA & Testing Presales Expert - Paris

NTT America, Inc.; Paris; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA in Paris is seeking an experienced QA & Testing Expert to strengthen our Quality Services capabilities across presales and project delivery. The role combines deep expertise in software QA with the ability to participate in client discussions, solution definition, and proposal preparation while leading engagements.

You will act as a subject matter expert, taking roles such as Senior QA Consultant, Testing Expert, Project Manager or Quality Transformation Lead, depending on the

Qualifications

• Master's or equivalent level in software engineering or IT.
• Extensive experience in QA, testing, and quality engineering.
• Experience defining test strategies and QA operating models.
• Strong presales experience with RFP/RFI responses and proposals.
• Fluent in English and French; knowledge of Dutch is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead presales activities and respond to RFPs, RFIs, and tenders related to QA and testing.
• Define testing strategies, delivery models, and governance for projects.
• Design QA solutions, scope, team structure, and effort estimations.
• Manage client meetings and engagements from definition to delivery.
• Guide QA maturity assessments and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Software Testing

Test Automation

QA Governance

Project Management

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science

Job description

Make this the place where you grow. As a global leader in business and technology innovation, we work with top organizations worldwide to deliver solutions that create meaningful impact. With 190,000+ professionals across 70+ countries, we blend deep expertise with a culture that values learning, curiosity, and collaboration. We lead transformation and deliver secure, innovative, industry-specific solutions that move businesses forward. Our people drive everything we achieve; they think bold to deliver the outcome while ensuring every voice is heard.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced QA & Testing Expert to strengthen our Quality Services capabilities across both presale sand project delivery. The role combines deep expertise in IT Quality Assurance and Testing with the ability to participate actively in presales activities,client discussions, solution definition and proposal preparation, while also taking a leading role in the delivery of Quality Services engagements. The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert and, depending on the engagement, as a Senior Consultant or Project Manager, supporting clients from the initial identification of their quality needs through solution definition and successful project execution.

Your role

Participate actively in presales activities and preparation of proposals, RFPs, RFIs and tenders related to QA, Testing and Quality Engineering services.

Analyze client requirements and define appropriate testing strategies, delivery models, methodologies, governance and operating models .

Contribute to the design and sizing of QA and Testing solutions, including scope, team structure, effort estimation, tooling and transition approaches.

Participate in client meetings, workshops, presentations and proposal defenses as a QA/Testing subject matter expert.

Actively participate in Quality Services projects , taking roles such as Senior QA Consultant, Testing Expert, Project Manager or Quality Transformation Lead , depending on the nature of the engagement.

Lead or support the planning, coordination and execution of QA and Testing projects , ensuring quality, timelines, scope and client expectations are effectively managed.

Provide expertise across a broad range of testing disciplines, including: Functional and non-functional testing Test automation Performance and load testing API and integration testing Mobile and web testing Continuous Testing / DevOps Quality Engineering and shift-left approaches Test management and governance Testing Centers of Excellence / Testing Factories Conduct or lead QA maturity assessments and audits , including TMMi assessments and comparable testing maturity frameworks.

This role describes your starting point at NTT DATA.

Your profile

Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related Engineering discipline.

Strong professional experience in Software Quality Assurance, Software Testing and/or Quality Engineering .

Broad knowledge of modern testing methodologies, processes, tools and delivery models.

Practical experience defining test strategies, QA operating models and transformation initiatives .

Experience conducting testing maturity assessments or audits , ideally based on TMMi .

Demonstrated experience participating in IT presales processes , including RFP/RFI responses and proposal preparation.

Experience delivering QA/Testing engagements as a Senior Consultant, Project Manager or equivalent senior role.

Ability to manage client-facing projects, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and drive engagements from definition through execution.

Ability to transform business and technical requirements into structured QA solutions.

Fluent in English and French; Dutch is highly desirable.

Why NTT DATA

A collaborative and supportive culture We foster an environment where curiosity, innovation, engagement, and teamwork are celebrated. Our peoplefirst philosophy is one of the core reasons we continue to be recognized globally.

Career development & continuous learning

Access a structured training path, ongoing learning resources, annual performance reviews, and a dedicated mentorship program — all designed to help you grow professionally and take on new challenges.

Work–life balance supported by our BeFlex policy

As a company, we embrace a BeFlex approach that empowers our people with a level of flexibility in how they manage their workday.

Global Top Employer

We are proudly certified as a Global Top Employer acknowledging our commitment to being a place where people can grow and thrive.

Health & wellbeing first

Your mental wellbeing matters. Employees have access to certified psychologists and online mental health workshops.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, regardless of gender, nationality, sexual orientation, disability, age, or background. Inclusion is part of who we are and how we work.

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