Who are we?

At Finastra, we are a dynamic global provider of open finance software solutions, dedicated to expanding access to financial services. Our innovative applications span Lending, Payments, Treasury and Capital Markets, and Universal Banking. Proudly serving over 8,000 customers, including 45 of the world's top 50 banks, we aim to boost financial inclusion for all. Join us and be part of a vibrant company that embraces diverse perspectives, and is committed to doing well by doing good.

Job Summary:
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior QA Engineer to join our Quality Assurance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and executing comprehensive test strategies, both manual and automated, to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. This role requires strong analytical skills, deep domain knowledge in Payments, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Key Responsibilities:
Design, create, and maintain comprehensive manual and automated test cases based on product requirements and user stories.
Execute test plans, compile results, and report findings with clarity and precision.
Set up and manage test environments to support various testing phases.
Track, manage, and prioritize defects using industry-standard tools.
Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment on quality goals.
Provide release support by validating builds and ensuring readiness for production deployment.
Review product documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy from a QA perspective.
Create and run SQL scripts for data validation and backend testing.
Perform database validations using Oracle, PostgreSQL, and advanced SQL queries to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts to improve test coverage and efficiency.
Estimate testing efforts for new features and enhancements during sprint planning.
Apply knowledge of Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) to guide testing activities from planning to closure.
Apply out-of-the-box thinking to solve complex testing challenges and improve test coverage.
Contribute to and maintain documentation related to STLC processes and automation strategies.
Mentor and coach QA engineers, providing guidance on best practices, tools, and career development.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of experience in software quality assurance and testing.
Strong understanding of manual and automated testing methodologies.
Experience in Payments domain is highly desirable.
Proficiency in writing and executing SQL queries.
Hands-on experience with test automation tools and scripting.
Familiarity with defect tracking and test management tools (e.g., JIRA, Zephyr).
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an Agile (Scrum-based) environment.
Knowledge in BDD/TDD framework
Knowledge of source control and issue tracking systems like SVN/GIT
Knowledge on Jenkins CI/CD Environment 
Experience in designing and implementing automation scripts from scratch

Preferred Qualifications:
ISTQB or equivalent certification.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation integration.
Experience with cloud-native testing environment
Familiarity with release management and deployment processes.

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

·       Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

·       Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.

·       Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*

·       ESG: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.

·       DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).

·       Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

·       Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!