VP, Principal II Test Engineer (JRI-5348)

THE JAPAN RESEARCH INSTITUTE, LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Singapore is seeking a Test Manager with a strong background in software testing, particularly in the financial services sector. This role involves overseeing a testing team, developing test strategies, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, excellent leadership skills, and familiarity with both manual and automated testing tools. This position offers an excellent opportunity to drive quality assurance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in software testing with 5 years in management.
• Experience with banking or financial services projects preferred.
• Proficiency in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the testing team, coordinating resources and task assignments.
• Define and implement testing strategies and process improvements.
• Ensure testing aligns with project timelines and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Problem-solving

Tools

JIRA

Selenium

UFT

Job description

Responsibilities

Test Planning and Strategy

• Develop and implement the overall test strategy and test plans for projects or programs.
• Define the scope, objectives, and deliverables of testing activities.
• Identify and allocate resources (people, tools, and environments) required for testing.
• Estimate effort, timelines, and costs for testing activities.

Team Leadership and Management

• Lead and manage the testing team (internal/external, onshore/offshore), and other stakeholders during project/program implementation.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members based on their skills and expertise.
• Mentor and coach team members to improve their skills and performance.
• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment.
  

Test Process Management

• Define, implement, and enforce testing processes, standards, and best practices.
• Continuously improve testing processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  

Test Execution Oversight

• Plan and manage the test environments and test data requirements.
• Oversee the execution of test cases, including functional, regression, connectivity, SIT, UAT, security and performance testing.
• Ensure that testing is aligned with project requirements and timelines.
• Monitor and manage defects, ensuring they are logged, tracked, and resolved in a timely manner.
  

Stakeholder Communication

• Act as the primary point of contact for all testing-related matters.
• Communicate testing progress, risks, and issues to project managers, developers, and other stakeholders.
• Provide regular status reports and metrics to senior management.
  

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to testing activities.
• Develop contingency plans for critical testing scenarios.
• Ensure that risks are documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders.
  

Test Automation and Tools

• Promote the use of test automation to improve efficiency and coverage.
• Work with Automation Test team to oversee the development and maintenance of automated test scripts.
  

Quality Assurance

• Ensure that testing activities align with the organization's quality standards.
• Conduct root cause analysis of defects and implement preventive measures.
• Promote a culture of quality and accountability within the team.
  

Budget and Resource Management

• Manage the testing budget, including tooling, training, and resource allocation.
• Optimize resource utilization to ensure cost-effective testing.
• Plan for future resource needs based on project pipelines and organizational growth.
  

Reporting and Metrics

• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to provide visibility into testing activities and outcomes.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as test coverage, defect density, and test execution rates.
• Use data-driven insights to improve testing processes and outcomes.
  

Compliance and Documentation

• Ensure that all testing activities are properly documented and auditable.
• Maintain a repository of test artifacts, including test plans, test cases, and test results.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements, particularly around data security and transaction integrity.
  

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in software testing, with at least 5 years in test management roles.
• Proven track record in large-scale digital banking or financial services projects, ideally involving internet or mobile banking platforms for corporate or institutional customers.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong experience in managing multi-vendor, distributed testing teams.
• In-depth knowledge of software testing methodologies (e.g. Agile, Waterfall, DevOps), especially Waterfall.
• Proficiency in test management tools (e.g. JIRA).
• Experience with test automation tools preferred (e.g. Selenium, ARIOS, UFT).
• Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Solid understanding of security, compliance, and regulatory requirements in the financial industry.
• Certifications such as ISTQB Advanced Level, PMP, or Agile Certifications are often preferred.