We are seeking a seasoned Quality Engineering (QE) Architect to join the QE Center of Excellence (CoE). This hands-on, individual contributor role requires deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will be a transformational leader with a strong coding background, capable of driving quality engineering initiatives across multiple portfolios and programs. Key Responsibilities Framework Development: Design and build scalable QE frameworks from the ground up to support automation across programs. Tool Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in Qtest and other leading QE tools; assist teams with tool setup and integration with platforms like JIRA. Requirement Traceability: Establish and guide best practices for requirement traceability across programs. Process Review & Gap Analysis: Conduct reviews of QE processes and tickets; proactively identify and address gaps. Metrics Management: Track and manage key QE metrics such as defect rates, test coverage, and program health using relevant applications. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure delivery success and provide strategic updates on industry standards and implementation roadmaps. Cross-Portfolio Support: Ensure consistent quality and delivery excellence across multiple portfolios. Industry Experience: Apply deep QE experience, preferably with Test Automation (TA) exposure, to support strategy and execution across account teams. Required Qualifications Strong hands-on experience in testing and automation with a solid coding foundation. Proven ability to influence and guide teams in adopting modern automation frameworks and tools. Strategic mindset with the ability to bridge gaps in testing coverage and quality processes. Independent and highly productive from Day 1. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments with flexibility to extend time as needed for program success. Preferred Qualifications Experience in enterprise-level QE strategy and execution. Exposure to industry-standard QE metrics and reporting tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr