Software Test Engineer (Payments System)

i. Understanding the requirements from stakeholders, and reviewing stories or requirement specifications to ensure that they are correct, unambiguous, and verifiable i.e., verify that definition of done can be met for every released feature

ii. Estimating the testing scope and time frame with stakeholders and the project team

iii. Developing and establishing quality assurance deliverables and testing framework, including creating and maintaining test plans and test cases in accordance with changing requirements throughout development

iv. Creating and managing an automated test framework whenever possible, such as preparing the test environment and maintaining functional testing scripts in accordance with changing requirements

v. Conducting system integration tests with external parties, validating the output and expected outcome e.g., data to and from external parties systems

vi. Conducting extensive manual functional/exploratory testing, including browser testing

vii. Conducting performance, load, and security testing to ensure a robust and secure system

viii. Raising defects discovered during tests as needed, and conducting impact analysis of defects

ix. Discussing, analysing, and recommending design improvements or corrections to developers throughout the development process

x. Validating that completed stories pass the acceptance criteria, and demonstrating tested stories with showcases during sprint reviews

SKILLS SET AND TRACK RECORD

i. At least 2 years of experience in financial or payment system testing

ii. Tertiary Education in relevant fields is preferred

iii. Certified Software Testing Professional and/or Certified Software Quality Analyst or an equivalent certification will be an added advantage

iv. Demonstrate knowledge of automated software testing methodologies such as unit testing, integration testing, functional testing, test driven development (TDD) and behaviour driven development (BDD)

v. Team player with ability to collaborate and work effectively within teams

vi. Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

vii. Passion for automation, standardization, and best practices

viii. Good presentation skills are preferred