QA Manager, Middle and Back Office, Information Technology

As a Quality Assurance Lead at our company, your role will involve: - Contributing to functional testing of all Calypso releases and ensuring that regression test cases are regularly updated. - Performing functional tests of Calypso for patches and new functions, and documenting test cases. - Providing regular status updates to stakeholders on team progress, ensuring transparency and alignment with project timelines. - Providing leadership and direction to the QA team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. Mentoring and guiding QA team members to promote their professional growth and skills enhancement. - Effectively managing all team activities by assessing and allocating tasks among team members, ensuring timely completion of feature testing to deliver high-quality software. - Understanding business requirements by collaborating closely with business stakeholders and suggesting test plans and delivery timelines. - Collaborating closely with development teams, business analysts, Project Managers, and other business stakeholders to ensure that the test strategy and coverage align with functional specifications. - Working closely with the development lead in release planning and preparation, including release documentation, change request creation, and all other change management processes. - Providing assistance to investigate and resolve issues escalated by the production support team related to Calypso configuration or functions. - Proactively identifying opportunities for efficiency enhancements and taking ownership of initiatives aimed at driving improvements and automating processes. - Performing other tasks related to projects as directed by the manager. Qualifications required for this role: - Computer Science or equivalent degree. - 5 to 10 years of comprehensive experience in software testing, including a minimum of 2 years in a test lead capacity. - Strong hands-on experience with Fixed Income or Equity Derivative products, complemented by a thorough understanding of the trade life cycle for these instruments. - Demonstrated knowledge of testing methodologies and tools, with hands-on expertise in testing practices. - Understanding of front-to-back office business processes. - Good hands-on experience in SQL queries and proficiency in data testing. - Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. - Working knowledge of QA best practices. - Very strong attention to details and ability to work independently. - Good communication skills in English. - Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and willing to learn and teach. - Capable of meeting tight deadlines and working under pressure/multi-tasking. - Strong sense of personal responsibility. - Good team player. - Capable of working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.,