Expert QA Engineer

Finastra Philippines Inc; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited vacation

Hybrid work model

Wellbeing & therapy

Medical & life insurance

Retirement plan

Volunteer time & matching

Career development resources

Global recognition program

Job summary

Finastra Philippines Inc. is seeking an Expert QA Engineer to lead automated testing efforts and ensure scalable, high‑quality software across Lending, Payments, and Universal Banking.

You will drive test strategy, mentor a QA team, collaborate with Product and Engineering, and optimize QA practices in a fast‑paced, global environment. The role requires 5+ years in advanced QA, strong automation, SQL validation skills, and experience in Agile settings.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of advanced QA or Quality Engineering experience in manual and automation testing.
• Strong automation design and test framework experience, with CI/CD integration.
• Proficient in SQL and relational database validation; Python/Robot Framework is a plus.
• Experience in enterprise software or financial services environments preferred.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills within Agile teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop test strategies, plans, and high‑coverage test cases from requirements.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites across UI, API, and integration layers.
• Enhance QA frameworks and support CI/CD to speed up testing cycles.
• Execute tests, analyze results, and drive defect triage and root cause analysis.
• Set up and maintain test environments; create SQL data validation scripts.
• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Architecture to embed quality in SDLC.
• Provide quality metrics, risk assessments, and testing progress updates to stakeholders.
• Mentor QA Engineers and grow the team; champion quality practices across teams.
• Review docs and support release validation activities for pre‑GA readiness.

Skills

Test strategy

Automation design

QA leadership

Agile methods

SQL validation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

Python

Robot Framework

CI/CD tools

Automation tools

SQL tooling

Job description

Who are we?

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

The Expert QA Engineer plays a mission‑critical role in ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, scalable, and reliable software products. This senior individual contributor is expected to bring deep technical expertise, advanced automation capability, and strong quality engineering leadership. The Expert QA Engineer drives test strategy, enhances QA frameworks, influences engineering practices, and ensures product excellence through rigorous testing and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and high‑coverage test cases based on functional and technical requirements.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, reusable automated test suites across UI, API, and integration layers.
• Enhance automation frameworks and support CI/CD integration to improve test efficiency and speed.
• Execute both manual and automated tests, analyze results, and drive defect triage and root‑cause analysis.
• Set up, configure, and maintain test environments; create and execute SQL scripts for data validation.
• Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and Architecture teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the SDLC.
• Provide clear and accurate quality metrics, risk assessments, and testing progress updates to stakeholders.
• Evaluate and optimize QA processes, contributing to best practices, tooling enhancements, and workflow improvements.
• Review technical and product documentation, ensure readiness for pre‑GA releases, and support release validation activities.
• Lead or manage a team of QA Engineers, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to ensure consistent quality standards and growth of the team.
• Act as a senior quality expert, championing quality engineering principles and influencing cross-team quality initiatives.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 5+ years of advanced QA or Quality Engineering experience across manual and automation testing.
• Strong expertise in designing and executing automated tests and maintaining automation frameworks.
• Experience in enterprise software or financial services environments preferred.
• Proficient in SQL and relational database validation.
• Strong understanding of QA methodologies, SDLC, STLC, and automation best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, planning, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in Agile, cross‑functional teams while managing multiple priorities.
• Experience with automated testing tools (preferred) and the ability to build automation scripts.
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Exposure to Python or Robot Framework is a strong plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Co‑Pilot productivity tools.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

• Flexibility:Enjoy unlimited vacation,based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements,andinclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
• Well-being: Access Confidential one‑on‑one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.
• Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits
• Sustainability:Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.
• DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).
• Career Development:Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
• Recognition:Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.

Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!