Bank Platform Transformation - Test Execution Leader - Manager

PwC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 99,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401k

Job summary

PwC is seeking a Bank Platform Transformation - Test Execution Leader in Chicago. You will steer test execution across a major platform transformation within advisory services, coaching junior staff and balancing timelines with quality and stakeholder needs.

You will oversee test plans, reviews, and defect management while applying QA methodologies and ensuring environment readiness and data setup for execution cycles. A strong promotion of accountability and delivery is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading test execution in banking/platform transformations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead test execution workstreams for core banking transformation initiatives.
• Manage test planning, scope, timelines, and deliverables across client engagements.
• Develop and review test cases, test scripts, and test scenarios for functional and acceptance testing.
• Coordinate defect tracking, triage, and retesting across environments.
• Validate test results and document risks and resolutions.
• Apply software testing life cycle practices.
• Oversee test environment readiness and data setup for execution cycles.
• Coach team members on testing approach and documentation standards.

Skills

Test leadership

Test planning

Defect management

Mentoring

QA methods

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Industry/Sector Banking and Capital Markets Specialism Operations Management Level Manager.

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity As a Bank Platform Transformation - Test Execution Leader you will lead test execution work across a bank platform transformation, coordinating test cases, scenarios, and defect review for system and software applications within our Advisory practice. As a Manager you will motivate and coach team members, drive workstream planning and execution, and apply judgment to balance timelines, quality, and stakeholder needs while promoting a culture of accountability and technology-enabled delivery. In this role at PwC, you will oversee test execution activities, guide junior staff, and contribute to the delivery of platform transformation work that supports core banking operations and client service objectives.

Responsibilities

• Leading test execution workstreams for core banking transformation initiatives
• Managing test planning, scope, timelines, and deliverables across client-facing engagements
• Developing and reviewing test cases, test scripts, and test scenarios for functional and acceptance testing
• Coordinating defect tracking, issue triage, and retesting across system and integration environments
• Validating test results and documenting risks, gaps, and resolution paths for stakeholder review
• Applying testing methodologies, quality assurance processes, and software testing life cycle practices
• Overseeing test environment readiness and supporting data setup for execution cycles
• Coaching team members on testing approach, analysis of results, and documentation standards

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 4 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

• Leading bank platform test execution across complex transformation programs
• Managing test plans, budgets, schedules, and deliverables across workstreams
• Mentoring testers, coaching performance, and developing team capabilities
• Applying software testing life cycle, automation testing, and defect management
• Translating core banking platform changes into test execution priorities
• Communicating status, risks, and decisions across client teams and leaders

Travel Requirements

Up to 40%

Job Posting End Date The salary range for this position is: $99,000 - $232,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more.

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