Expert QA Engineer

Finastra; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing initiatives

Health & financial security

Job summary

Finastra seeks an Expert QA Engineer to own test strategy and automation across UI, API, and integration layers, driving scalable QA frameworks and AI-enabled automation. You will lead manual and automated testing, collaborate with Product and Engineering, and help ensure pre‑GA readiness while advancing quality culture globally.

The role emphasizes senior leadership in QA practices, deep technical expertise, and mentoring of a team to deliver high-quality software for financial services

Qualifications

• 5+ years of advanced QA or Quality Engineering experience across manual and automation testing.
• Experience 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 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.

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.
• Drive productivity and business performance by embedding AI‑enabled automation, improving processes based on value and risk, ensuring trusted data standards, and leveraging insights to support informed decision‑making and measurable outcomes.

Skills

Automation testing

Manual testing

Test strategy

CI/CD

Agile/Scrum

SQL validation

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Python

Robot Framework

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.

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.

Disclaimer

Finastra has signed an agreement to sell its Universal Banking business to Pollen Street Capital, with completion expected end 2026 / early 2027, subject to consultation and customary closing conditions. Upon completion, this role is expected to transition to the standalone Universal Banking business, creating opportunities to support its future growth and success.

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.
• Drive productivity and business performance by embedding AI‑enabled automation, improving processes based on value and risk, ensuring trusted data standards, and leveraging insights to support informed decision‑making and measurable outcomes.

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.

Benefits

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 stand for:

Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

Well‑being: Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work.

Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.*

Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.

Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.

Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.

• Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.

Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.