Quality Assurance Test Lead (E2E)

BMO; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,900 - 141,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking an experienced Governance and Quality Assurance Lead to oversee multiple end-to-end projects in a hybrid role. The ideal candidate has 7-10 years in Quality Assurance, skilled in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. You will be responsible for executing tests, influencing business outcomes, and ensuring compliance within the QA framework. A competitive salary and generous benefits package, including health insurance and tuition reimbursement, are offered for this role.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years in QA or related field.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC for both Agile and Waterfall.
• Experience with front-end and API Automation Testing Tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute testing to provide insights and recommendations.
• Monitor operational testing activities across complex portfolios.
• Assist in developing strategic plans and identifying emerging issues.

Skills

SQL

Manual Testing Tools

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Post-secondary degree or equivalent experience

Tools

HP ALM

JIRA

Job description

Governance and Quality Assurance Lead

Location: Hybrid – BMO Place

Reports to: Director – Practice Lead

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance (QA) professional who can manage multiple end-to-end projects in a fast-paced environment. This role requires strong expertise in Requirement Analysis, test planning, and execution, along with the ability to influence stakeholders and support strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute testing to provide insights, recommendations, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Monitor and manage operational testing activities across complex portfolios.
• Influence and negotiate to achieve business objectives.
• Assist in developing strategic plans and identifying emerging issues/trends.
• Provide advice on control effectiveness, compliance, and issue resolution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyze data to provide actionable insights and recommendations.
• Lead communication plans and support change management initiatives.
• Manage end-to-end test execution for designated programs.
• Review control and issue closure testing activities for accuracy.
• Execute specialized test programs to ensure effective monitoring of controls.
• Maintain documentation (workpapers, reports, findings) to support testing results.
• Support continuous improvement processes within the business unit.

Qualifications:

• 7–10 years in QA or related field, with a post-secondary degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC for both Agile and Waterfall.
• Manual Testing Tools: HP ALM, JIRA.
• Front-end and API Automation Testing Tools.
• Strong SQL and MS Excel skills.
• Experience with multiple application software, programming languages, and databases.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipeline building.
• Banking applications, especially card lifecycle.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to rapid change.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Salary: $75,900.00 - $141,900.00
Pay Type: Salaried

Benefits: BMO offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About BMO: At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

We are committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.