Job Description:
We are looking for a meticulous and experienced Software Tester to join our team in the banking sector. As a Software Tester, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our banking applications, specifically those based on T24 (Temenos), which is a leading core banking solution. Your expertise will contribute to enhancing the customer experience and ensuring the smooth operation of banking services.
Key Responsibilities:
Test Planning and Strategy:
Develop detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on functional and technical requirements for banking applications.
Collaborate with business analysts and development teams to understand the requirements and translate them into actionable test cases.
T24 Application Testing:
Perform testing on T24 (Temenos) core banking system, including functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
Ensure that the T24 modules, such as Retail Banking, Corporate Banking, Loans, Payments, and Treasury, are functioning as expected.
Identify, report, and track defects related to T24 and work with the development team to resolve them.
Automation Testing:
Utilize automation testing tools to improve testing efficiency, particularly for repetitive test cases within T24 and other banking applications.
Develop and execute automated test scripts for regression and performance testing.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain detailed records of test results and prepare reports to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
Ensure test documentation is up-to-date and accessible for audit and review purposes.
Collaboration:
Work closely with the development, business analysis, and QA teams to ensure high-quality software delivery.
Assist in the training and mentoring of junior testers as needed.
Performance and Security Testing:
Conduct performance testing to ensure banking applications can handle high transaction volumes.
Work with security teams to ensure that banking applications are secure and meet compliance standards.
Requirements
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Experience:
Maximum of 7 years of experience in software testing, specifically in the banking domain.
Proven experience in testing T24 (Temenos), including modules such as Core Banking, Payments, Loans, and Treasury.
Familiarity with the banking industry’s regulatory and compliance requirements.
Technical Skills:
Proficient in manual and automated testing techniques.
Hands-on experience with testing tools such as Selenium, QTP, JMeter, or similar.
Familiarity with test management tools like JIRA, Quality Center, or similar.
Strong understanding of database management and SQL for test data creation and validation.
Knowledge of Core Banking Systems:
In-depth knowledge of T24 banking software, including the functionalities and workflows within the system.
Experience with API testing and integration testing within banking applications.
Soft Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with cross-functional teams.
Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certifications:
ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) Certification or equivalent is a plus.
Any specific certifications related to T24 testing or banking applications.
Experience with Agile Methodologies:
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments is a plus.
Knowledge of Banking Regulations and Compliance:
Familiarity with banking compliance standards such as PCI DSS, SOX, or similar regulatory frameworks.