QA Engineer - Functional

Risewave Consulting Inc.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 781,200 - 1,004,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Work from Home

Job summary

A consulting firm in the financial sector is seeking a QA Lead to oversee functional testing in their Banking and Financial Crime Unit. This role demands strong leadership for managing QA processes, defining testing frameworks, and mentoring a team. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance, particularly in the Banking Domain with expertise in Anti-Money Laundering and Fraud detection. The position offers a night shift and a hybrid work model with three onsite days per week.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in Software Quality Assurance, with at least 2 years in a Lead or Senior capacity.
• Significant experience in the Banking Domain, particularly in AML and Fraud operations.
• Advanced SQL proficiency for data validation and backend testing.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement overall QA strategy and testing approach.
• Lead and mentor a team of QA Engineers.
• Oversee the execution of test cases for requirements traceability.

Skills

Leadership

SQL

ETL Testing

Communication

Knowledge of AML and Fraud detection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

Jira

HP ALM

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly analytical and leadership-oriented QA Lead to oversee functional testing within our Banking and Financial Crime Unit. This role requires a strategic thinker who can define testing frameworks while remaining hands‑on with complex ETL processes and SQL data analysis. You will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of systems related to Anti‑Money Laundering (AML) and Fraud detection, managing the end‑to‑end defect lifecycle, and mentoring a team of QA engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement the overall QA strategy, ensuring the testing approach aligns with project goals and risk profiles.
• Develop comprehensive Test Plans and schedules for complex functional releases.
• Lead and mentor a team of QA Engineers, providing technical guidance and performance feedback.
• Delegate tasks effectively and foster a collaborative environment between QA, Development, and Business stakeholders.

3. Test Coverage & Execution

• Oversee the creation, review, and execution of test cases to ensure 100% requirements traceability.
• Hands‑on Execution: Participate in testing activities, specifically focusing on data‑heavy validation.
• Data Analysis: Utilize strong SQL skills to perform deep‑dive data analysis and validate ETL processes within a banking environment.
• Domain Focus: Apply deep knowledge of Anti‑Money Laundering (AML), Fraud, and Financial Crime Unit (FCU) workflows to identify critical logic gaps.
• Manage the defect lifecycle using ALM or Jira, including tracking, prioritization, and coordination of fixes with the development team.
• Prepare and present detailed defect status reports and quality metrics to senior leadership.

5. Process Maintenance & Improvement

• Implement and maintain standardized QA processes and documentation templates.
• Drive continuous improvement in testing efficiency and product quality.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in Software Quality Assurance, with years in a Lead or Senior capacity.
• Banking Expertise: Significant experience in the Banking Domain, specifically involving AML, Fraud detection, or Financial Crime operations.
• Technical Skills: Advanced SQL proficiency for data validation and backend testing.
• Proven experience in ETL testing and handling large datasets.
• Expert-level usage of Jira or HP ALM for test management and defect tracking.
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership, English communication (written/verbal), and the ability to manage stakeholder expectations under tight deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Automated Testing tools (Selenium, etc.) is a plus.

Benefits

• Government Mandated: Health Insurance, HMO
• Work‑Life Balance: Work from Home

Work Schedule

Night Shift

Work Location

Quezon City (3x onsite/week)

Application Process

Send your resume to apply!

Working Location

UP Ayala Land Technohub Portal, Commonwealth Ave, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines