Manual QA Tester (Interest Rate Derivatives Lifecycle & Financial Application Expertise)

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking a highly experienced Manual QA Tester with specialized knowledge of Interest Rate Derivatives (IRD) support processes. The role is critical to ensuring the quality, functionality, and reliability of web and mobile applications within our financial technology domain. The successful candidate will be responsible for manual testing, developing test cases and plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold the highest standards of quality assurance aligned with business objectives.

Software Requirements

• Required Skills:

  • Proficiency in manual testing of web and mobile applications
  • Experience with test case and test plan development based on functional and technical specifications
  • Knowledge of software testing methodologies and best practices
  • Familiarity with SDLC and STLC processes
  • Use of testing tools and defect tracking systems (e.g., JIRA, ALM)

• Preferred Skills:

  • Exposure to test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, QTP)
  • Knowledge of test data management tools

Overall Responsibilities

• Perform detailed manual testing to verify application functionalities against requirements
• Develop and maintain comprehensive test cases and test plans to ensure thorough test coverage
• Identify, document, track, and report defects and issues, escalating them as appropriate
• Collaborate effectively with development and business teams to resolve defects and clarify requirements
• Conduct regression, functional, and exploratory testing, ensuring software meets quality standards
• Participate in project meetings, providing updates on testing progress and quality metrics
• Support IRD lifecycle testing and validation, including EOD processing, accounting, and regulatory reporting workflows
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and best practices

Technical Skills (By Category)

• Testing Methodologies & Practices:

  • Essential: Manual testing, test planning, defect lifecycle management
  • Preferred: Basic knowledge of automation concepts

• Interest Rate Derivatives (IRD):

  • Essential: Understanding of IRD trade lifecycle, EOD, accounting, and regulatory reporting processes
  • Preferred: Experience with IRD support and testing within financial trading platforms

• Programming Languages:

  • Not required; however, scripting knowledge (Python, SQL) is a plus

• Databases/Data Management:

  • Basic knowledge of SQL queries and data validation procedures

• Tools & Platforms:

  • JIRA, ALM, TestRail (required)
  • Test data management tools (preferred)

• Development & Testing Frameworks:

  • Knowledge of SDLC and STLC; experience with Agile practices (preferred)

• Security Protocols:

  • Not specifically required unless related to data handling or application security

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years in manual QA/testing roles, with a focus on financial applications and workflows
• Proven experience in testing web and/or mobile applications within the financial or trading domain
• Demonstrable understanding of IRD lifecycle, including trade processing, end-of-day procedures, and regulatory reporting support
• Experience documenting test cases, test plans, and defect reports
• Industry experience in finance or trading environments highly preferred

Day-to-Day Activities

• Execute manual test cases to validate application features and workflows
• Develop, review, and update test plans based on evolving requirements
• Conduct defect logging, tracking, and retesting to ensure defect resolution
• Collaborate regularly with developers, business analysts, and product owners to clarify requirements and identify issues
• Participate in daily stand-ups, test review sessions, and project planning meetings
• Ensure comprehensive test coverage for IRD processes, including EOD and regulatory reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB Foundation) are preferred
• Strong understanding of financial products, especially Interest Rate Derivatives, is strongly preferred
• Ongoing commitment to professional development and staying current with testing best practices

Professional Competencies

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective communication skills for team collaboration and reporting
• Ability to adapt quickly to new testing tools, processes, and financial workflows
• Proactive approach to identifying risks and quality concerns
• Team player with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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