Front Office Technical Application Tester – Banking
Location: London | Hybrid / Contract
We are seeking an experienced Front Office Technical Application Tester/QA Analyst to join a dynamic Quality Assurance team, focusing on the RTB (Run The Bank) applications in a critical financial services environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to ensure the stability, reliability, and quality of production systems, with a focus on Front Office to Back Office applications.
Key Responsibilities:
*Conduct regression, functional, and defect testing across FO to BO systems in production
*Support the automation of regression packs, reducing manual testing efforts and enhancing testing efficiency
*Collaborate with development teams, business analysts, production support, and other stakeholders to ensure timely defect resolution and seamless product enhancements
*Maintain comprehensive test documentation using XRAY and JIRA, ensuring traceability and quality throughout the testing process
*Assist in the continuous improvement of test practices and automation efforts to mitigate production risk and support system stability
*Test bug fixes, product enhancements, regulatory updates, and platform stability patches for live systems
Required Experience & Skills:
*Proven experience in both manual and automated testing of complex financial systems
*In-depth knowledge of investment banking products, trade flows, and financial applications
*Expertise in SQL, Python, JavaScript, and test management tools such as XRAY and JIRA
*Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of effective test coordination and stakeholder management
*Familiarity with ISTQB certification or equivalent software testing qualifications