Bank Platform Transformation - Test Execution Leader - Manager

PwC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 99,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC, a leading professional services firm in Washington, DC, seeks a Test Execution Leader/ Manager within Software and Product Innovation. You will guide test efforts, oversee QA, and mentor teams to deliver robust software solutions for clients.

Embrace innovation, manage quality objectives, and collaborate across stakeholders. You will own project testing plans, budgets, and delivery milestones, advocating for best practices and impactful defect resolution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Leading test execution efforts for banking platform transformation projects
• Developing and implementing comprehensive testing strategies and methodologies
• Managing and coordinating test case generation and execution to validate system functionality
• Utilizing automation testing tools to enhance testing efficiency and accuracy
• Overseeing defect management processes to identify and resolve system issues
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align testing activities with project goals
• Coaching and mentoring team members to enhance their testing skills and performance
• Analyzing test results to provide actionable insights for system improvements
• Confirming compliance with quality assurance best practices and standards
• Facilitating communication between stakeholders to address testing challenges and requirements

Skills

Agile methodologies

Automation testing

Defect management

Quality assurance

Test strategy

Mentoring

Banking technology

Problem diagnosis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Opportunity

As a Test Execution Leader within our Software and Product Innovation practice, you will play a pivotal role in driving product innovation and developing software solutions that meet the evolving needs of clients. You will focus on evaluating systems and software applications to identify defects, errors, or gaps in functionality, confirming they meet specified requirements and perform as expected. As a Manager, you will enhance your leadership style by motivating, developing, and inspiring others to deliver quality. You will be responsible for coaching, leveraging team members' unique strengths, and managing performance to meet client expectations. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values meaningfully.

In this role at PwC, you will take ownership of projects, confirming their successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion. You will partner with team leadership to confirm collective ownership of quality, timelines, and deliverables. Embracing technology and innovation, you will deepen your skills and encourage others to do the same, addressing conflicts or issues and engaging in conversations with clients and stakeholders. This opportunity allows you to contribute to the success of our firm by identifying opportunities and upholding professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Leading test execution efforts for banking platform transformation projects
• Developing and implementing comprehensive testing strategies and methodologies
• Managing and coordinating test case generation and execution to validate system functionality
• Utilizing automation testing tools to enhance testing efficiency and accuracy
• Overseeing defect management processes to identify and resolve system issues
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align testing activities with project goals
• Coaching and mentoring team members to enhance their testing skills and performance
• Analyzing test results to provide actionable insights for system improvements
• Confirming compliance with quality assurance best practices and standards
• Facilitating communication between stakeholders to address testing challenges and requirements

What You Must Have

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

What Sets You Apart

• Utilizing Agile methodologies for software testing
• Managing quality assurance processes in banking technology
• Leading automation testing initiatives
• Excelling in defect management and fault analysis
• Implementing strategic questioning for problem diagnosis
• Developing skills in software quality assurance
• Embracing change and innovation in testing environments

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. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

As PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

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