Lead Quality Engineer - Automation (Data)

Job Description

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

The Lead Quality Engineer is responsible for creating and executing comprehensive end to end testing strategies and solutions, with focus on data validation, integrity testing, and quality assurance across multiple platforms and interfaces. This role ensures high-quality application delivery in a fast-paced environment while providing technical expertise and mentorship to team members. The position partners with development, architecture, and business teams to deliver robust solutions in a dynamic financial services environment focused heavily on data integrity and lineage.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies and automated testing solutions for data validation across multiple platforms, interfaces, and ETL processes

• Design and implement automated test scripts and AI agents using industry-leading tools

• Create and maintain test management documentation; define, track, and report on quality metrics

• Review and enhance data testing strategies for new and existing data initiatives;

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into executable testing scenarios and validation rules

• Manage defect tracking workflows and coordinate resolution with development and business teams

• Work closely with vendors to implement testing solutions

• Recommend improvements to testing processes, technology, and interfaces that improve the effectiveness of testing teams

• Own test data management strategy and automation; ensure test data is properly provisioned, maintained, and compliant with data governance policies

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

 Must have:

• 6+ years of hands-on test automation experience automating web, mobile and API layers

• 5+ years of experience working with and testing relational Databases.

• 3+ years of experience leading end to end test strategy creation and execution across multiple eco-systems

• Strong proficiency with test automation tools (Selenium, Playwright) & strong understanding of BDD principles

• Deep knowledge of the various types of testing, from functional testing to performance and security testing

• Proven experience in test data management strategy, provisioning, and automation; understanding of data governance and compliance requirements

• Proven ability mentoring team members (onshore & offshore) and providing technical direction

• Proficiency with Git version control, branching strategies, and strong experience testing and working in continuous delivery (CICD) environment.

• Experience with test management tools (Azure Test Plans, Jira QMetry) and quality metrics reporting

Nice-to-have

• Experience using AI tools like Copilot for test design, test automation or test data generation

• Experience creating AI agents within the data testing and/or test data space

• Experience using Data validation tools like QuerySurge and Informatica suite

WHAT'S IN FOR YOU?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training program in financial services
• Opportunities to do challenging work

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