Managing Consultant (QA Architect)

Job#: 2082432

Job Description:

MANAGING CONSULTANT (QA Architect)

WHO WE ARE

Apex Systems is a leading global technology services firm that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients' digital visions. We provide a continuum of services, including strategy and enablement, innovation and productivity, and technology foundations to drive better results and bring more value to our clients.?Apex transforms our customers with modern enterprise solutions tailored to the industries we serve. Apex has a presence in over 70 markets across North America, Europe, and India. Apex is a part of the Commercial Segment of ASGN Incorporated (NYSE: ASGN). To learn more, visit .

At Apex Systems, we prioritize professional development, work-life balance, and fostering a collaborative culture. We value our teams well-being and recognize the importance of building strong relationships. Thats why we organize regular team-building events and philanthropic days to give back to the community - fostering a sense of purpose and fulfillment among our team.

Join us for career advancement, innovative solutions, and a supportive environment focused on your success.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Apex is seeking a seasoned QA Architect to lead the design, governance, and strategic oversight of a cross-platform automation framework supporting digital transformation initiatives. This role will serve as the technical anchor across UI, API, backend, and mobile layers, ensuring alignment with CI/CD pipelines, test data orchestration, and enterprise compliance standards.

RESPONSIBLITIES

• Provide cross-team leadership on automation framework design, standards, and tooling strategy
• Define and enforce governance models, including RACI matrices, scorecards, and QA CoE reviews
• Serve as the technical escalation point for UI, API, and backend automation challenges
• Oversee integration of automation into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
• Drive metadata-driven execution models and modular framework adoption across vendor and internal teams
• Lead monthly QA governance reviews and continuous improvement cycles
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align on priorities, risks, and outcomes
• Ensure traceability from test case - defect - requirement using standardized reporting schemas

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 10+ years in QA/QE with at least 3 years in an architect-level role.
• Proven experience designing and scaling automation frameworks across UI, API, and backend layers.
• Strong background in CI/CD integration and test orchestration.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a federated or vendor-integrated model.
• Familiarity with financial services or regulated environments is a plus.
• Tooling Expertise:
  • Framework Orchestration: Robot Framework (central control layer)
  • UI Automation: Playwright (Java), visual validation, accessibility testing
  • API Automation: Karate (primary), RESTinstance, RestAssured
  • Backend Automation: SSHLibrary, CLI wrappers (Python/Java) for SOR, Domains, Read Store
  • Mobile Automation: Appium via Robot Framework
  • Test Data Management: TDP (Test Data Portal), synthetic data pools, dynamic provisioning
  • Reporting: Allure, ReportPortal, Power BI dashboards
• Strategic thinker with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to mentor senior and mid-level engineers across distributed teams.
• Comfortable facilitating shift-left QA enablement and RCA sessions?
• Adept at balancing innovation with delivery velocity and risk mitigation.

OUR COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Long and Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Incentives
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Employee Stock Purchase
• Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Birthdays Off
• Philanthropic Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Partial Gym Membership Paid
• Team Building Events
• Discount Programs

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.