Senior Test Manager – Investment Banking, Data Migration & Transformation Expert

Software Requirements:

• Required:
  • Test management tools: JIRA, TestRail, HP ALM (latest versions preferred)
• Preferred:
  • Automated testing tools: Selenium, LoadRunner
  • Data management tools and basic database testing experience

Overall Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multi-disciplinary testing teams, ensuring effective resource allocation and workload balancing.
• Develop, document, and execute comprehensive test strategies, plans, and scripts aligned with project timelines and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate testing within the SDLC, emphasizing best practices in large-scale transformation and data migration projects.
• Monitor testing progress, generate status reports, and provide actionable insights for continuous process enhancements.
• Manage stakeholder communications across technical and non-technical teams, articulating testing risks, issues, and recommendations.
• Promote adoption of industry standards, drive automation initiatives where applicable, and ensure compliance with quality objectives.

Technical Skills (By Category):

• Programming Languages:
  • Required: None specific (testing focus)
  • Preferred: Basic scripting knowledge for automation (e.g., Java, Python)
• Databases/Data Management:
  • Good understanding of database testing; experience with SQL queries for data validation
• Cloud Technologies:
  • Preferred: Familiarity with cloud platforms supporting testing environments (e.g., AWS, Azure)
• Frameworks and Libraries:
  • Proficiency in automation frameworks like Selenium or LoadRunner (preferred)
• Development Tools and Methodologies:
  • Expertise in Agile, DevOps, and Waterfall methodologies
• Security Protocols:
  • Not specifically required but familiarity with security testing principles is advantageous

Experience Requirements:

• 13 to 15 years of experience in test management roles, preferably within investment banking or trading lifecycle projects.
• Proven expertise in managing large-scale transformation and data migration initiatives end-to-end.
• Demonstrated success in leading testing efforts for complex, enterprise-level systems.
• Experience with stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.

Day-to-Day Activities:

• Daily coordination with testing teams and project stakeholders to track testing progress.
• Planning and overseeing test case development, execution, and defect tracking.
• Conducting regular status updates, risk assessments, and steering meetings.
• Facilitating automation opportunities to streamline testing cycles.
• Approving testing deliverables and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Supporting team development and mentoring junior test leads.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent.
• Certifications such as ISTQB, PMI-CTM are preferred.
• Ongoing training in testing methodologies, automation tools, and industry best practices.

Professional Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Adaptability to evolving project requirements and technological advancements.
• Focus on continuous improvement, innovation, and quality excellence.

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