AI Solution Architect with Azure REQ_69

3Pillar; Kolkata District; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

3Pillar Global is seeking a QA Solutions Architect to lead the test strategy for large enterprise programs. The role centers on owning high-level design decisions, setting standards, and guiding both internal teams and vendors in a collaborative environment.

You will define the integrated test strategy across SIT, performance testing, regression, and production readiness, while mentoring QA leads and coordinating with stakeholders. Hybrid/remote-first with onsite leadership required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of QA/Test leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a Program Test Manager or equivalent role for large enterprise programs.
• Demonstrated success leading testing for complex, multi-workstream initiatives (e.g., platform replacements, system integrations).
• Strong understanding of system integration testing (SIT), performance testing, and environment coordination.
• Experience working closely with business stakeholders to support UAT coordination and readiness.
• Expertise with tools such as Azure DevOps (ADO), JIRA, TestRail, HP ALM, or similar.
• Strong cross-functional coordination, stakeholder engagement, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work in hybrid Agile/Waterfall delivery environments.
• Proactive, organized, and outcome-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Must be available onsite to lead planning sessions, oversee execution, and drive cross-team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage the integrated test strategy and roadmap across all program phases including SIT, performance testing, regression, and production readiness.
• Oversee centralized test planning, environment coordination, and execution in alignment with program milestones.
• Partner closely with the UAT Lead to ensure effective handoff, coordination, and data alignment between SIT and UAT phases.
• Drive cross-workstream test alignment, dependency tracking, and risk mitigation efforts.
• Own and operate the defect management lifecycle including triage, resolution tracking, and escalation.
• Report test execution status, metrics, and risks to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Ensure timely readiness of test environments, tools, and test data.
• Manage, mentor, and guide internal and contractor-based QA/test leads across functional and technical domains.
• Enforce adherence to enterprise testing standards and SDLC practices.

Skills

QA Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Hybrid Agile/Waterfall

Test Strategy & Planning

Tools

Azure DevOps

JIRA

TestRail

HP ALM

Job description

Distinguished Tech Innovator

3Pillar warmly extends an invitation for you to join an elite team of visionaries. Beyond software development, we are dedicated to engineering solutions that challenge conventional norms. Envision you: steering projects that redefine urban living, establish new media channels for enterprise companies, or drive innovation in healthcare. [Text Wrapping Break] Your invaluable expertise will serve as the cornerstone in shaping the future direction of our endeavors.

QA Solutions Architect

Distinguished Tech Innovator

3Pillar warmly extends an invitation for you to join an elite team of visionaries. Beyond software development, we are dedicated to engineering solutions that challenge conventional norms. Envision you: steering projects that redefine urban living, establish new media channels for enterprise companies, or drive innovation in healthcare. [Text Wrapping Break] Your invaluable expertise will serve as the cornerstone in shaping the future direction of our endeavors.

This role is the primary expert within a technology stack. The Architect owns the decision making around high-level design choices and dictates technical standards, including software coding standards, tools, and platforms. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and be engaged in the development process.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and manage the integrated test strategy and roadmap across all program phases including SIT, performance testing, regression, and production readiness.
• Oversee centralized test planning, environment coordination, and execution in alignment with program milestones.
• Partner closely with the UAT Lead to ensure effective handoff, coordination, and data alignment between SIT and UAT phases.
• Drive cross-workstream test alignment, dependency tracking, and risk mitigation efforts.
• Own and operate the defect management lifecycle including triage, resolution tracking, and escalation.
• Report test execution status, metrics, and risks to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Ensure timely readiness of test environments, tools, and test data.
• Manage, mentor, and guide internal and contractor-based QA/test leads across functional and technical domains.
• Enforce adherence to enterprise testing standards and SDLC practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of QA/Test leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a Program Test Manager or equivalent role for large enterprise programs.
• Demonstrated success leading testing for complex, multi-workstream initiatives (e.g., platform replacements, system integrations).
• Strong understanding of system integration testing (SIT), performance testing, and environment coordination.
• Experience working closely with business stakeholders to support UAT coordination and readiness.
• Expertise with tools such as Azure DevOps (ADO), JIRA, TestRail, HP ALM, or similar.
• Strong cross-functional coordination, stakeholder engagement, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work in hybrid Agile/Waterfall delivery environments.
• Proactive, organized, and outcome-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Must be available onsite to lead planning sessions, oversee execution, and drive cross-team collaboration.

Additional Experience Desired

• Background in financial services or regulated industries.
• ISTQB or similar QA/testing certification.
• Experience managing offshore test teams and vendor QA delivery.

What is it like working for 3Pillar Global?

At 3Pillar, We Offer a World Of Opportunity

• Imagine a flexible work environment - whether it's the office, your home, or a blend of both. From interviews to onboarding, we embody a remote-first approach.
• You will be part of a global team, learning from top talent around the world and across cultures, speaking English everyday. Our global workforce enables our team to leverage global resources to accomplish our work in efficient and effective teams.
• We're big on your well-being - as a company, we spend a whole trimester in our annual cycle focused on wellbeing. Whether it is taking advantage of fitness offerings, mental health plans (country-dependent), or simply leveraging generous time off, we want all of our team members operating at their best.
• Our professional services model enables us to accelerate career growth and development opportunities - across projects, offerings, and industries.
• We are an equal opportunity employer. It goes without saying that we live by values like Intrinsic Dignity and Open Collaboration to create cutting-edge technology AND reinforce our commitment to diversity - globally and locally.

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