We are seeking a skilled and experienced Test Manager to lead testing efforts within our financial services clients payments domain.
This contract role, based in Dublin, requires an expert in payments processing, specifically with knowledge of BACS, SWIFT, or SEPA.
The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery in a regulated and complex environment.
Key Responsibilities Test Strategy Development: Design and implement test strategies tailored to payments systems, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Leadership and Coordination: Manage a team of testers, providing guidance, support, and oversight across test phases (functional, non-functional, regression, and integration testing).
Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with project managers, developers, and business analysts to align testing with project requirements and deadlines.
Defect Management: Oversee defect tracking, resolution, and reporting, working closely with development teams to ensure timely fixes.
Payments Expertise: Utilize in-depth knowledge of BACS, SWIFT, or SEPA to identify potential issues in transaction flows, security protocols, and compliance.
Automation and Tools: Promote and implement automation tools to optimize testing efficiency, where applicable, while ensuring quality.
Required Skills and Experience Experience: Minimum 5 years in test management within financial services, with a focus on payments.
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with testing tools and methodologies, particularly within a payments processing environment.
Industry Knowledge: Proven expertise in one or more payments standards (BACS, SWIFT, SEPA).
Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Communication: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with an ability to engage stakeholders across levels.
Qualifications Relevant certification in testing (e.g., ISTQB) preferred.
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field is advantageous.
HOW TO APPLY: If you are interested in this role, please apply for this role with your updated CV and I will be in touch to discuss your application in detail.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level Industry Staffing and Recruiting IT Services and IT Consulting Financial Services Employment Type Contract Job Functions Management Skills Defect Tracking Test Management SWIFT Payments Analytical Skills Regulatory Requirements Communication Attention to Detail BACS Payments Single Euro Payments HOW TO APPLY: To apply for this role, please submit your updated CV.
If your skills and experience match job requirements, you will be contacted to discuss your application in detail.
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Skills: SEPA swift bacs Benefits: Competitive Daily Rate Hybrid