Testing Manager

We are currently looking for a Testing Manager for our UAE operations. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in software testing and quality assurance, with at least 5 years in a test management role specifically for core banking or large enterprise systems. Hands-on experience with Finacle core banking implementation or upgrades is essential, along with strong expertise in defect triage and defect lifecycle management.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• ISTQB certification or equivalent preferred.
• PMP / Agile certifications are an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of core banking modules (CASA, Loans, Deposits, Payments).
• Experience with test management tools (JIRA, Zephyr, etc.).
• Understanding of integration testing and data migration validation.
• Familiarity with automation frameworks is an advantage.

Leadership & Communication

• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Excellent reporting and presentation capabilities.
• Experience working with vendors and offshore teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure test coverage and defect leakage rates are maintained.
• Ensure timely closure of high-severity defects.
• Oversee successful completion of UAT and migration cycles.
• Guarantee production readiness and stability post-go-live.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in banking digital transformation programs.
• Exposure to regulatory and compliance environments.
• Experience in large-scale system migrations.

Joining time frame
2 weeks (maximum 1 month)

Location
UAE