Manager Software Engineering (Quality Engineering )

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Career Area:Technology, Digital and DataYour Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, youre joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We dont just talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.Your Impact Shapes the World at Caterpillar IncWhen you join Caterpillar, youre joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We dont just talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Manager Software Engineering (Quality Engineering ) to join our India MANUF & SUPPLY DIG PLAT-CAT IT Division.The preference for this role is to be based out of Chennai - Brigade World Trade CentreWhat you will doThe Engineering Manager will lead Quality Engineering (QE) across digital platforms, with accountability for end-to-end quality strategy, governance, and execution across functional, integration, and non-functional testing.This is a horizontal leadership role responsible for ensuring quality is designed-in, continuously validated, and measured across the lifecycle, enabling predictable, high-confidence releases at scale.The role partners closely with Product, Engineering, Architecture, SRE, and Platform teams to build a scalable QE operating model, drive shift-left quality practices, and establish data-driven quality insights for leadership decision-making.Enterprise Quality Engineering LeadershipOwn and define enterprise QE strategy and operating model. Establish governance across functional testing, integration and system testing (SIT), and non-functional quality (performance, reliability, accessibility). Drive a quality-first engineering culture.Quality Strategy, Planning & ExecutionOversee end-to-end QE lifecycle including strategy, planning, execution, and certification. Ensure high-quality delivery across platforms, applications, and digital systems. Drive consistent release readiness and Go/No-Go governance.Automation, Frameworks & QE PlatformsDefine and scale QE frameworks and automation platforms across UI, API, and E2E. Integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines and drive automation-first practices including in-sprint automation and regression optimization.Quality Governance, Metrics & ReportingDefine QE metrics including defect containment, leakage, automation coverage, and release quality. Build executive dashboards and provide visibility into risks and trends.Cross-functional CollaborationPartner with Product, Engineering, Architecture and SRE teams to embed quality early. Translate technical risks into business impact.Continuous ImprovementDrive QE transformation initiatives including shift-left adoption, automation maturity, and process improvements. Standardize practices across teams.Organization & LeadershipLead and scale distributed QE teams, mentor leaders and engineers, and build a culture of ownership and continuous learning.What you will have 12 years in Quality Engineering / Testing. 7 years leading teams at scale. Proven leadership in quality transformation, stakeholder influence, and large program delivery. Atleast 1 year experience working with AI applications.Technical ExpertiseStrong experience in test automation frameworks, API testing, CI/CD practices, modern programming languages (Java/Python), cloud environments, and microservices architecture.Experience in large-scale digital or eCommerce platforms. Exposure to Agile, DevOps tools, and performance testing concepts.Success MeasuresHigh defect containment, reduced production leakage, predictable release quality, strong executive confidence, and scalable QE capability across teams.Additional Information: This position requires candidate to work a 5-day -a -week schedule in the office Skills desired:Products and Services: Knowledge of major products and services and product and service groups; ability to apply knowledge of product and service appropriately to diverse situations.Level Working Knowledge: Obtains information about product and service linkages with other products and services elsewhere in organization. Researches the target market and how the product and services are sold and delivered. Explains current status, delivery alternatives and announced updates to products and services. Summarizes key features of major products or services in own unit. Assesses own units product alternatives, costs, and Car

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Quality Engineeringgovernancefunctional testingintegration testingautomationAPI testingQE strategynonfunctional testingCICD