QA Architect/Manager

About Us:

Founded on the grounds of innovation – iXceed Solutions is an ISO certified, leader in Talent and Digital recruitment solutions, serving Fortune 100 companies globally.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced QA Architect to lead and shape the testing strategy across multiple teams and regions. This role is ideal for a strategic QA leader who can define governance frameworks, drive quality excellence, and ensure alignment between testing practices and business objectives in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

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Job Title: QA Architect

Location: Sheffield, UK (Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week)

Employment Type: Sub-Contract (Inside IR35)

Key Responsibilities

• Define, implement, and govern enterprise-wide Testing Strategies and QA frameworks across multiple teams and geographies
• Align QA and testing strategy with broader business and delivery objectives
• Lead QA governance, ensuring consistent adoption of best practices and quality standards
• Drive audit readiness in regulated environments, ensuring traceability, controls, and compliance evidence
• Participate in internal and external QA audits, collaborating with Risk, Compliance, and Control Owners
• Provide leadership in Application Security, including Secure SDLC, threat modelling, and DevSecOps integration
• Analyze QA metrics and performance data, producing clear insights, trend analysis, and actionable recommendations
• Work closely with stakeholders to influence decision-making and foster strong cross-functional partnerships
• Support Agile and DevSecOps delivery practices including sprint planning, backlog refinement, velocity tracking, and defect management
• Facilitate workshops, produce governance documentation, and promote QA best practices across teams
• Champion continuous improvement, change management, and knowledge sharing across the QA community

Required Experience

• 6+ years of QA experience with at least 2+ years in a QA Manager or QA Architect/Lead role
• Proven experience defining and delivering testing strategies and QA governance frameworks
• Strong background in audit readiness, compliance, and regulated environments
• Hands-on experience working with Risk and Compliance teams and audit processes
• Strong exposure to Application Security including Secure SDLC, threat modelling, and security architecture reviews
• Experience working in Agile and DevSecOps environments
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
• Ability to translate complex data into clear insights, trends, and executive-level reporting
• Experience with tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Git, and test management tools

Certifications (Preferred)

• ISTQB Advanced Test Manager (or equivalent)
• Certifications in QA governance, audit, or quality management frameworks

Key Skills

• Application Security (Secure SDLC, Threat Modelling, Security Architecture Review)
• DevSecOps & Agile delivery practices
• Risk & Crisis Management
• QA Governance & Strategy Definition
• Stakeholder Management & Influencing Skills
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Continuous Improvement & Change Leadership