Lead and manage the QA team, including test engineers and automation engineers. Define and implement QA strategies, processes, and best practices across projects. Create, review, and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts. Ensure proper execution of functional, regression, performance, and automation tests. Collaborate with Product Owners, Developers, and Business Analysts to understand requirements and deliver test coverage. Monitor and report on test progress, quality metrics, and release readiness. Identify risks, propose solutions, and drive continuous improvement in QA practices. Mentor and train QA team members to enhance technical and soft skills.