Senior QA Analyst

ITDS; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ITDS is seeking a Senior QA Analyst to enhance banking solutions through rigorous testing. This Porto-based opportunity offers a hybrid work model, requiring collaboration with cross-functional teams while ensuring software quality on the Bancarisation et Epargne platform.

The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years in quality assurance, expertise in testing methodologies, and proficiency in Jira Xray for test management. Fluency in English and French is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of proven experience in quality assurance within the banking or financial services sector.
• Strong expertise in testing methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to understand requirements and specify testing needs.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans, cases, and scripts using Jira Xray.
• Perform functional, regression, and performance testing.

Skills

Quality assurance expertise

Proficiency in Jira Xray

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Fluent in English

Fluent in French

Tools

Jira

Jira Xray

Confluence

Job description

Unleash Quality at the Heart of Banking Innovation — Lead Testing Excellence for Digital Finance!

Porto-based opportunity with hybrid work model (3 remote days/week).

As a Senior QA Analyst – Banking Platform Testing, you will be working for our client, a leading financial institution. This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of robust, high-quality banking solutions on the Bancarisation et Epargne platform. Join a dynamic team dedicated to transforming financial services through innovative technology and meticulous testing expertise, contributing to a smarter, more reliable banking experience.

Your main responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and specify testing needs.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans, cases, and scripts using Jira Xray.
• Perform functional, regression, and performance testing to ensure optimal software quality.
• Identify, document, and track defects and issues, providing clear reports for continuous improvement.
• Participate actively in agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Continuously refine testing processes to enhance efficiency and product robustness.

You're ideal for this role if you have:

• At least 6 years of proven experience in quality assurance within the banking or financial services sector.
• Strong expertise in testing methodologies, with proficiency in Jira Xray for test management and defect tracking.
• Experience using Jira and Confluence for documentation and collaboration.
• Fluent in English and French (spoken and written - B2 level or higher).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

It is a strong plus if you have:

• Additional certifications in testing (e.g., ISTQB).
• Experience with performance testing tools.
• Prior exposure to bank core systems or financial platforms.

Language Required for the role:

• Fluent in English and French.

Eligibility to work on this role:

• Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in the European Union will be considered for this role.

Interested? Apply now and include your CV (preferably in English) along with a statement confirming your consent to the processing and storage of your personal data.