Testing Intermediate Analyst

Citigroup Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 8,00,000 - 12,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Chennai is seeking a Testing Intermediate Analyst to conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and ensure system quality. The ideal candidate will possess 4-8 years of testing experience in the financial sector and a strong knowledge of testing methodologies. Good analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are essential. This full-time position offers the chance to work closely with various teams to enhance testing strategies.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of experience in Testing within the Financial Service industry.
• Knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies.
• Requires a methodical approach to testing and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Conducts User Acceptance Testing (UAT) process and product rollout.
• Develops test plans, test cases, and executes test scripts.
• Identifies defects and recommends actions for resolution.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Testing methodologies

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Automated regression testing tools

Defect tracking systems

Job description

The Testing Intermediate Analyst is a developing professional role. Deals with most problems independently and has some latitude to solve complex problems. Integrates in-depth specialty area knowledge with a solid understanding of industry standards and practices. Good understanding of how the team and area integrate with others in accomplishing the objectives of the subfunction/ job family. Applies analytical thinking and knowledge of data analysis tools and methodologies. Requires attention to detail when making judgments and recommendations based on the analysis of factual information. Typically deals with variable issues with potentially broader business impact. Applies professional judgment when interpreting data and results. Breaks down information in a systematic and communicable manner. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to exchange potentially complex/sensitive information. Moderate but direct impact through close contact with the businesses' core activities. Quality and timeliness of service provided will affect the effectiveness of own team and other closely related teams.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts initiatives related to User Acceptance Testing (UAT) process and product rollout into production. Testing specialists who work with technology project managers, UAT professionals and users to design and implement appropriate scripts/plans for an application testing strategy/approach. Responsibilities may also include software quality assurance testing.
• Conducts a variety of tests and analyses to ensure that systems and or applications meet or exceed specified standards and end-user requirements.
• Works closely with key stakeholders to understand business and functional requirements to develop test plans, test cases and scripts.
• Works complex testing assignments.
• Executes test scripts according to application requirements documentation.
• Identifies defects and recommends appropriate course of action; performs root cause analyses.
• Coordinates multiple testers and testing activities within a project.
• Retests after corrections are made to ensure problems are resolved.
• Documents, evaluates and researches test results for future replication.
• Identifies, recommends and implements process improvements to enhance testing strategies.
• Interfaces with development teams if clarification is needed on requirements or to convey test results.
• Exhibits good understanding of concepts and principles in own technical area and a basic knowledge of these elements in other areas.
• Requires basic understanding of how own area integrates within IT testing to achieve objectives.
• Makes evaluative judgments based on analysis of factual information.
• Participates in test strategy meetings,
• Has direct impact on the team and closely related teams by ensuring the quality of the tasks services information provided by self and others.
• Resolves problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and guided by precedents
• Requires sound and comprehensive communication and diplomacy skills to exchange complex information.
• Provides informal guidance to new team members.
• Performs other duties and functions as assigned
• Appropriately assesses risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

• 4-8 years of experience in Testing within the Financial Service industry
• Knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies. Knowledge of Quality Process. Knowledge of relevant operating systems, languages, and database tools. Knowledge of defect tracking systems and processes; including change management. Knowledge of automated regression testing tools.
• Requires a methodical approach to testing and problem-solving.
• Specific software languages will be dependent on the area of business

Education:

• Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience

Job Family Group:

Technology

Job Family:

Technology Quality

Time Type:

Full time

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