Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Test Engineer to join our team on a 24-month contract. This role is critical to ensuring the quality and reliability of our software systems through meticulous planning, execution, and reporting of testing activities. You will play a key role in driving testing excellence across projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior testers.
Job Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and define comprehensive test strategies and plans for assigned projects.
- Lead and manage end-to-end test activities, coordinating with internal teams and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with project teams to analyze requirements and determine test scope.
- Design and produce test deliverables, including test scenarios, test cases, and test data.
- Execute functional testing via user interfaces and APIs, documenting results with screenshots and summaries.
- Establish and communicate test conditions, schedules, and reporting processes to relevant parties.
- Identify, log, and track defects using tools such as JIRA, ensuring timely resolution.
- Participate in project meetings and provide updates on testing progress and issues.
- Prepare and present daily/weekly test reports highlighting progress, risks, and key findings.
- Create knowledge-sharing documentation and conduct internal training sessions.
Job Requirements
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in functional software testing and test planning.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of working independently or leading a team.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage stakeholders and navigate complex issues.
- Sound decision-making abilities during critical testing phases, backed by data and experience.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; able to grasp complex business and system workflows.
- Prior experience in Equities and Derivatives Trading and/or Clearing is highly preferred.
- Proficiency in SQL and database testing is an advantage.
- Experience with automation tools such as TOSCA is preferred.
- Familiarity with API testing, including REST and FIX protocols, is a plus.
- Understanding of both Waterfall and Agile methodologies is preferred.
- Strong command of English, both written and spoken.
- ISTQB or equivalent testing certifications are preferred.