QA Engineer
About this role
Who are we?
At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.
- Own test strategy for GPP-based releases (functional, integration, E2E, regression, and non-functional).
- Convert business requirements/user stories into acceptance criteria, BDD scenarios, and traceable test cases.
- DebiCheck (AC): Mandate creation/amend/cancel, TT1 real‑time/TT1‑delayed/TT2 batch/TT3 POS, early‑window presentment
- Design, develop, and maintain Java automationÂ
- Execute component, API, integration, and E2E tests; publish clear execution reports .
- Set up and maintain personal/team test environments; coordinate environment readiness for releases.
- Create/run SQL scripts (Oracle/PostgreSQL) to seed complex payment scenarios and validate results (fees, FX, posting, settlement).
- Read logs/traces for root-cause analysis.
- Integrate automation in CI/CD (Jenkins, Git, Maven/Gradle), enable parallel runs, and maintain green pipelines.
- Track coverage, eliminate flaky tests, and maintain quality dashboards.
- Own defect lifecycle from detection to resolution; conduct RCAs and drive preventive actions.
- Communicate quality status, risks, and readiness confidently; support pre-GA activities and production cutovers.
- Mentor QA engineers; contribute to hiring, onboarding, and playbooks.
- Maintain RTM, test evidence, and audit-ready artifacts (PCI-aligned controls where applicable).
- Experience as Software QA; hands-on GPP (Classic/SP) experience in production-grade projects.
- DebiCheck (AC): Mandate creation/amend/cancel, TT1 real‑time/TT1‑delayed/TT2 batch/TT3 POS, early‑window presentment
- Payments domain expertise:Â SWIFT (MT/MX), ISO 20022, SEPA (SCT/SCT Inst), Instant Payments; understanding of STP, fees/charges, settlement, cutoffs.
- Java-based automation: Java 8+
- API testing for REST/SOAP (Postman, SOAP UI); schema/contract and negative testing.
- CI/CD & build: Jenkins, Git, Maven/Gradle; integrating automation into pipelines.
- SQLÂ proficiency (Oracle/PostgreSQL) for data setup/validation.
- Strong analytical skills, stakeholder communication, and ownership across the SDLC.
- Messaging & Eventing: IBM MQ (queues, persistence, DLQ handling) and Apache Kafka (topics, partitions, consumer groups); testing idempotency, ordering, and at-least/exactly-once semantics.
- Containers & orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes for test environments and CI runners.
- Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP) for ephemeral test environments.
- Domain extras: AML/sanctions integrations, reconciliation/posting/ledger validations in GPP.
- Certifications: ISTQB Advanced (Test Analyst/Test Manager), Agile/Scrum, Performance testing, Kubernetes.
- Languages/Automation:Â Java, Selenium, TestNG/JUnit
- Build/CI:Â Maven/Gradle, Jenkins, Git
- Databases:Â Oracle
- Messaging (Preferred): IBM MQ, Apache Kafka
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 stand for:
Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
Well‑being: Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work.
Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.*
Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.
Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.
Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.
*Specific benefits may vary by location.
At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.
Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.
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