QA Architect

Cyberark; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyberark is seeking an Automation Architect to own QA strategy for the connector framework. This role requires expertise in API and integration testing, with a strong focus on automation using Python. The ideal candidate will collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure quality in released content.

The position is full-time and located in Pune, India, offering an opportunity to significantly impact the quality of Cyberark's products and services.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a QA Architect/Lead.
• 10+ years in QA with a strong focus on API and integration testing.
• Hands-on experience with test automation (Python or similar).

Responsibilities

• Own the QA strategy and architecture for the connector framework.
• Plan, define, and execute tests as part of team QA activities.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and platform teams.

Skills

API and integration testing

Test automation (Python)

Quality assurance methodologies

Collaboration

Fluent English

Job description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Own QA strategy and architecture for the connector framework, SDKs, and extensibility model
• Commit to the quality of all released content
• Take an active role in process inspection and continuous improvement
• Plan, define, and execute tests as part of team QA related activities
• Maintain and prioritize open issues and bugs to ensure effective tracking and resolution
• Define and execute testing for OOTB connectors, ensuring seamless integration with external systems
• Validate end-to-end identity flows: provisioning, reconciliation, entitlement sync, and JML (joiner-mover-leaver) scenarios
• Lead API and contract testing (REST APIs, webhooks, schema validation, error handling, throttling)
• Design and build automation frameworks and test utilities, including mocks/simulations for external systems
• Ensure data integrity and mapping accuracy across source and target systems
• Test for scale, performance, and resilience (bulk operations, retries, partial failures, outages)
• Integrate QA into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows, enforcing quality gates
• Perform deep debugging, log analysis, and root cause investigation across distributed systems
• Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and platform teams to drive a quality-first mindset

Required Qualifications

• 3+ more years experience as a QA Architect/Lead
• 10+ years in QA with strong focus on API and integration testing
• Hands‑on experience with test automation (Python or similar)
• Experience testing SaaS platforms and distributed systems
• Strong understanding of REST APIs, data validation, and system-level testing
• Solid knowledge of QA methodologies, SDLC, and Agile practices
• Proactive mindset and a passion for excellence and continuous improvement
• Curiosity and self‑learning skills; ability to collaborate cross‑functionally
• Soft skills:
• Excellent time management and ability to deliver high‑quality results on schedule
• Proactive by nature; internal drive for excellence and improvement
• Team player
• Ability to work alone
• Capability to manage task priority effectively
• Fluent English

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in IGA/IAM or identity security domain
• Familiarity with SCIM, LDAP, OAuth, SAML
• Experience testing connectors, middleware, or integration platforms
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS) and CI/CD tools

Success Metrics

• High‑quality, reliable connector framework and integrations
• Strong automation coverage with minimal defect leakage
• Scalable QA processes enabling faster connector onboarding and releases
• Reduced time to detect, debug, and resolve integration issues

Job Classification

Industry: IT Services & Consulting

Functional Area / Department: Engineering - Software & QA

Role Category: Software Development

Role: Automation Architect

Employment Type: Full time

Contact Details

Company: Cyberark

Location(s): Pune