Senior Specialist, Quality Assurance

London Stock Exchange Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) is seeking a Senior Associate to lead QA across Securities Clearing Technology platforms. You will supervise a testing team, coordinate end-to-end testing in the SDLC, and ensure delivery aligns with quality standards and strategic objectives.

You will review test plans, manage both technical and non-technical testers, and maintain customer technology solutions while resolving issues promptly.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent.
• ISTQB Core Advanced/Test Management Certified or equivalent.
• Exhibits Test Management and Line Management experience in testing resources.
• Exhibits Test Management experience in entire SDLC, QA and at least one programming language.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a team and coordinates work to implement end-to-end testing in SDLC.
• Manages end-to-end testing delivery aligned to quality standards and strategy.
• Reviews and approves test plans and scripts for alignment with standards.
• Provides line management of a testing team of technical and non-technical testers.
• Oversees maintenance of customer technology solutions and timely resolution of issues.
• Develops understanding of LSEG's commercial direction and its relation to quality/tech.
• Builds relationships with stakeholders and collaborates with other teams.
• Communicates complex information clearly to diverse audiences.

Skills

Quality assurance

People management

Agile delivery

Tech expertise

System integration

Domain expertise

Commercial insight

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering or equivalent

Job description

To provide quality assurance for Securities Clearing Technology, across all its platforms, by the application of testing standards and approaches, and through the direction of test engineers. Test coordination of several teams across all test phases for all KTLO projects in LCH SE.

Role Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities:

1. Supervises a team, allocates tasks to team members and co-ordinate work of other team members to successfully implement the end-to-end testing in the software development life cycle
2. Manages and leads end-to-end testing delivery and activities in alignment with the organisation's quality standards and strategy to ensure that software meets or exceeds specified business and customer needs
3. Reviews and approves test plans and scripts to ensure alignment with standards and technology strategy
4. Provides line management of a testing team of both technical and non-technical testers
5. Oversees the maintenance of all customer technology solutions, ensuring all issues are resolved on time
6. Develops understanding of LSEG's commercial direction and how quality and technology are a part of this
7. Builds trusting relationships with internal and external stakeholders, growing own network and collaborating with other teams
8. Communicates complex / technical information clearly and concisely in an audience-appropriate format.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent
• ISTQB Core Advanced/Test Management Certified or equivalent
• Exhibits Test Management and Line Management experience in manual, test automation or performance testing resources
• Exhibits Test Management experience in entire software development life cycle, software quality assurance and one programming language, preferably in multi-tiered applications

SKILLS AND PROFICIENCY

Quality assurance Ensures a product/service meets or exceeds specified standards and objectives to achieve desired level of quality.

• People management Leads and manages people, holding responsibility for motivation, attraction, retention and performance management.
• Agile delivery Uses approaches to software development under which requirements and solutions evolve through the collaborative effort of self organising and cross-functional teams and their end user(s).
• In-depth/breadth tech expertise In depth technical expertise, knowledge of technologies and design, development and implementation of technologies.
• System and technology integration Possesses knowledge of features and facilities for integration, and communication among applications, databases and technology platforms to bring together different components and form a fully functional solution to a business problem.
• Domain expertise Possesses technical knowledge of tools and trends within industry; stays current in possible future policies, practices, trends and information affecting prospects or customer businesses and their internal organisation; knows the competition; is aware of how strategies and tactics work in the marketplace.
• Commercial insight Utilises deep understanding of the commercial models and strategies that underpin the business, product or service the organisation provides to manage the function as a viable business entity.
• Communication Communicates with clarity and precision, presenting complex / technical information in a concise format that is audience appropriate.
• Relationship building Interacts well with others, quickly establishing rapport building positive relationships and networks.

Career Stage: Senior Associate London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information: Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you. LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives.

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LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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