Quality Assurance Lead, Group Technology

TP ICAP Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services provider in London is seeking a QA Lead to manage QA processes for their platform. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Fixed Income instruments and a proven track record in leadership within software delivery. Responsibilities include mentoring junior members and ensuring effective software development lifecycle practices. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Diverse employee networks

Qualifications

• Good understanding of the front-to-back trade lifecycle.
• Experience in high volume/low latency electronic trading systems.
• Ability to articulate problems simply.

Responsibilities

• Manage a multi-disciplinary technical delivery team.
• Ensure QA processes follow effective SDLC.
• Coach & mentor junior team members.

Skills

Understanding of Fixed Income instruments

Knowledge of testing methods

Leadership experience

Excellent written and verbal communication

Education

University degree or similar qualification

Relevant testing qualification such as ISTQB

Tools

GitHub

Jira

Linux

Docker

Job description

The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure.

Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions.

Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions.

The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world’s leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform.

The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world’s most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist.

About Liquidnet

Liquidnet is a next-generation agency execution specialist. Powered by technology that helps drive institutional alpha, our trading and liquidity network intelligently and securely connects the world’s investors with the world’s investments.

Established in 1999 on the belief that there was a better way to trade, Liquidnet' journey began with a vision to create a platform that goes beyond traditional transactional models.

We wanted to build a community where traders could connect, collaborate, and execute trades with confidence. Over the years, we've grown from a vision into a thriving ecosystem that empowers the buy side in ways never before imagined.

We are committed to making trading more efficient, intelligent, and accessible. Our purpose guides every decision we make, from the tools we develop to the relationships we nurture with our Members.

Role Overview

The QA Lead will manage a multi-disciplinary technical delivery team under the guidance of a Technical Development Manager (TDM), and with the support of the Architects and Principal Engineers. The QAL will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the QA processes for the platform, and ensure they follow an effective SDLC that compliments their delivery pipeline obligations.

Role Responsibilities

• Quality assurance of software at a level which sets standards for others to follow

• Research new & relevant technologies

• Assist other team members with planning and estimation

• Coach & mentor more junior members of the team

• Effective collaboration with Group IT Architecture

• Facilitate and use team delivery metrics to assist with the estimation of milestone completion and feed this information into roadmap planning

• Ensure up-stream deliverables (for example test cases and requirements) are completed to a consistent level of completeness and detail, to help achieve successful delivery

• Help define project scope, goals and deliverables to support business and strategic initiatives

• Utilise preferred planning and prioritisation tooling to capture and track deliveries, identify issues and help with roadmap and iteration planning and prioritisation

• Ensure the team engages in a well defined SDLC that supports planning, prioritisation and delivery needs

Experience / Competences

Essential

• Very good understanding of Fixed Income instruments and markets, including applicable rules and regulations (Nice to have)

• A good understanding of the front-to-back trade lifecycle, including client facing UI, trading, middle & back office (booking, clearing), on-boarding, and reference data

• Understanding of the full project life cycle from requirements capture through to implementation and delivery

• Knowledge common testing methods and when to apply each

• Leadership experience within a software delivery team

• Prior experience in high volume/low latency electronic trading systems, such as those used for Equities, FX, and/or Futures (Nice to have)

• Experience to work with command by scrum or kanban metrology

• Experience in the testing of platforms and systems, using manual and automated testing methods including

A) Creating test cases for new features and raising defects and tracking them to get fixed

B) Test coverage and status reporting

C) Capturing test evidences

• Implemented a wide range of low cost test automation solutions using Open Source technologies

• Experience with load/performance test creation.

• Experience with setup auto tests for daily builds.

• Working knowledge of development toolsets e.g. GitHub, TeamCity, Nexus, Jira, Octopus, Bamboo, Teamcity, Jira, Linux, Docker

• Database basic knowledge

Desired

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Time management competency

• Adaptable and resilient

• Excellent team player

• Self-motivated & goal oriented

• Ability to influence positively

• Ability to articulate problems, with a mindset of simplifying

• Automation aware

• University degree or similar qualification

• Relevant testing qualification such as ISTQB Foundation - Software Testing

• Provide leadership and guidance to coach, motivate and lead team members to their optimum performance levels and career development

Band & level: Manager, 7

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Not The Perfect Fit?

Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us.

Company Statement

We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement.

Location

UK - 135 Bishopsgate - London