Senior E2E Test Manager — Aladdin Integration

TechDigital Group; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a skilled End-to-End Test Manager to spearhead testing efforts for a complex integration program. This role demands extensive experience in QA, particularly within financial services, and a deep understanding of the Aladdin platform. The ideal candidate will lead the testing lifecycle, ensuring quality and seamless integration while managing stakeholder expectations. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will drive critical projects and enhance the integration of innovative solutions. If you thrive in a challenging environment and possess strong leadership skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of QA experience, especially in financial services.
• Expertise in managing Aladdin integration projects.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire testing lifecycle for the Aladdin Integration Program.
• Ensure seamless integration and quality of the platform.
• Manage large-scale test projects and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

E2E Testing

Financial Domain Expertise

Aladdin Platform Knowledge

Defect Management

Project Management

Test Automation

Data Migration Testing

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership Skills

Stakeholder Management

Tools

Selenium

QTP

JUnit

Scrum

Agile

PRINCE2

Job description

Required Skills:

• KONG API
• AWS

Role Overview:
The KONG Feasibility Assessment Consultant will lead the technical evaluation of KONG API Gateway as a potential platform for the client's API modernization initiative. This role involves assessing architectural fit, integration complexity, security alignment, operational readiness, and overall feasibility of adopting KONG within the client's ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct a detailed feasibility study of KONG (OSS or Enterprise) for API management and gateway modernization.
• Analyze current-state architecture, including existing gateways, integrations, security models, and deployment environments.
• Evaluate compatibility of KONG with the client's technology stack (cloud/on prem, CI/CD, DevOps, monitoring, logging, etc.).
• Assess functional and non-functional requirements, including performance, scalability, security, governance, and observability.
• Identify integration patterns for upstream services, authentication providers, plugins, and developer portal needs.
• Review KONG plugins (native and custom) and determine suitability for required use cases.
• Estimate effort, timeline, and resource needs for a full KONG implementation or migration.
• Identify risks, gaps, and dependencies associated with adopting KONG.
• Prepare feasibility assessment documentation, including recommendations, architecture options, and decision criteria.
• Collaborate with client architects and SMEs to validate assumptions and align on technical direction.
• Present findings to technical and leadership teams

Required Skills & Experience:
• Strong experience with KONG API Gateway (Enterprise preferred), including configuration, plugins, routing, and policies.
• Deep understanding of API management, and integration architectures.
• Hands-on experience with API security (OAuth2, JWT, mTLS).
• Familiarity with DevOps pipelines, CI/CD, and container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and hybrid deployments.
• Knowledge of logging, monitoring, and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, etc.).
• Ability to conduct architectural assessments and produce clear technical recommendations.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder discussions and technical presentations.

Nice-to-Have:
• Experience with other API gateways (Apigee, AWS API Gateway, etc.) for comparison.
• Background in modernization or migration programs.
• Understanding of enterprise security and compliance requirements.