Test Analyst (Manual/Automation)

As a Test Analyst (Manual/Automation) at NTT DATA in Bangalore, Karntaka (IN-KA), India, you will be responsible for validating deposit workflows, batch processes, and core banking functionalities in deposit systems. Your role will require a combination of banking domain knowledge and technical testing skills. Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and execute manual and automated test cases for deposit system applications built on COBOL. - Perform functional, regression, integration, and UAT testing across deposit and core banking platforms. - Validate deposit account management, transactions, interest calculations, and batch processing. - Test COBOL programs, JCL scripts, batch jobs, and data file outputs. - Build and maintain automation frameworks (Selenium, Java, Python, TestNG, Cucumber, or similar) for regression and repetitive test scenarios. - Write and execute SQL queries for backend data validation. - Collaborate with business analysts, deposit operations teams, and COBOL developers to define effective test scenarios. - Track and manage defects using test management tools (Jira, HP ALM, TestRail, etc.). - Support system upgrades, COBOL migrations, and deposit platform enhancements. - Provide detailed test evidence, documentation, and reports for stakeholders and audits. Required Skills & Qualifications: - Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. - 4-8 years of experience as a Test Analyst/QA Engineer in banking or financial services. - Strong knowledge of deposit systems, core banking operations, and account management. - Hands-on experience testing COBOL-based applications and batch processing. - Proficiency in manual testing and automation frameworks (Selenium, Java/Python, TestNG, Cucumber). - Solid SQL skills for data validation and reconciliation. - Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (Jira, HP ALM, TestRail, etc.). - Good understanding of SDLC, Agile, and Waterfall methodologies. Preferred/Good to Have: - ISTQB or similar QA certification. - Experience with API testing (Postman, RestAssured). - Familiarity with mainframe tools. - Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI). - Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements in core banking. About NTT DATA: NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. The company is committed to helping clients innovate, optimize, and transform for long-term success. NTT DATA has diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Their services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation, and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. NTT DATA is a leading provider of digital and AI infrastructure in the world and is part of the NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit their website at us.nttdata.com.,