• Serve as the independent validator and provide final sign-off for high-risk customers and deliverables • Own and continuously improve validation standards, checklists, and acceptance criteria • Investigate data discrepancies, assess root cause, and determine severity and impact • Identify and escalate systemic or recurring issues, recommending corrective and preventive actions • Coach and mentor QA analysts to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to standards across the team • Clearly communicate validation outcomes, risks, and release readiness to the Project Manager and stakeholders