Banking QA & Systems Analyst | Hybrid SIT/UAT Lead

Lighthouse Technology Services, Inc; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lighthouse Technology Services, Inc. is partnering with our client to fill a Business Systems / QA Analyst role in Buffalo, NY. This is a 15+ month contract with a hybrid work arrangement.

The role requires experience in SIT/UAT test management for banking systems, strong documentation skills, and the ability to translate business requirements into functional specs while coordinating with vendors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Experience working in commercial banking SIT and UAT test management/coordination experience
• Ability to write business requirements and test scripts/cases
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Combined minimum of 5 years of higher education and/or business analytics experience
• Strong time management, organizational, and analytical thinking skills
• Experience preparing BRDs, test plans, and functional documentation
• Proficiency with PC-based tools and relevant project management applications

Responsibilities

• Prepare functional specifications, test plans, and test case documentation.
• Conduct research and analysis of moderately complex data to ensure functional accuracy.
• Mentor junior staff and assist in application training and project methodology.
• Facilitate project meetings and lead requirements gathering with business clients.
• Translate business requirements into functional specs and liaise with the technology team.
• Estimate timelines and deliverables for moderately complex to complex projects.
• Act as test coordinator for large initiatives and participate in post-implementation reviews.
• Coordinate with vendors and testing teams for implementation and UAT planning.
• Ensure adherence to risk, compliance, and audit standards.
• Monitor scope, timeline, and regulatory adherence throughout project lifecycle.

Skills

Test management

Business analytics

BRD writing

Test plans

Functional documentation

Communication

Time management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field

Tools

Project management software

PC-based tools

Job description

Lighthouse Technology Services, Inc. is partnering with our client to fill a Business Systems / QA Analyst role in Buffalo, NY. This is a 15+ month contract with a hybrid work arrangement.

The role requires experience in SIT/UAT test management for banking systems, strong documentation skills, and the ability to translate business requirements into functional specs while coordinating with vendors and internal teams.