Test Analyst IV

General Motors; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Global Payments is seeking a detail‑oriented QA Tester to validate data integrity across online, batch and migration scenarios. You will create comprehensive test designs, guide teammates on testing techniques, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve defects.

A strong background in relational databases and IBM Rational tools is preferred. The role emphasizes automation, performance, and reliability, with opportunities to contribute to advanced test plans and strategies for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, MIS, Business or related field.
• 6+ years of relevant testing experience.
• knowledge of relational databases and IBM Rational tools.

Responsibilities

• Conducts online, batch and data verification testing after data migration.
• Creates test designs based on project requirements.
• Guides other team members on testing techniques when needed.
• Develops and executes test plans and strategies for complex projects.
• Collaborates with technical and business resources to resolve defects.
• Promotes best practices for automated testing, performance and reliability.

Skills

Online testing

Batch testing

Data verification

Test design

Automation testing

Guidance to team

Risk assessment

Scripting knowledge

Test strategies

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

IBM Rational tools

SQL/Relational databases

Test automation tools

Job description

Full job description Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services. Our worldwide team helps over 3 million companies, more than 1,300 financial institutions and over 600 million cardholders grow with confidence and achieve amazing results. We are driven by our passion for success and we are proud to deliver best-in-class payment technology and software solutions. Join our dynamic team and make your mark on the payments technology landscape of tomorrow.

What Part Will You Play?

• Conducts online, batch and data verification testing (checked for accuracy and inconsistencies after data migration is done) of the system and validates test results.
• Creates test designs based on project requirements and occasionally instructs other team members in the department on testing software techniques.
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge when answering questions or providing guidance on complex projects (as defined by the client) to internal and external customers (i.e. other departments, clients).
• Designs complex contingency plans as needed.
• Coordinates with technical and business resources to identify and resolve complex issues or system defects discovered during testing.
• Develops, administers, evaluates and recommends requirements to design in-depth testing strategies (testing objective, methods of testing new functions, total time and resources required for the project, and the testing environment) for internal/external clients (i.e. technical and functional designs).
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge and understanding of structured analysis and design (define user needs) as it relates to the testing design.
• Recognizes the interrelationships between the various functional components of the system (i.e. collections, posting, and authorizations) and the business, technical and project requirements to determine the appropriate testing methodology to use during test execution and validation.
• Performs risk assessment and analysis requirements for integrated testing (combined and tested as a group).
• Coordinates and provides expert instruction on appropriate test designs, plans and strategies to ensure that new functionality does not adversely affect current software functionality.
• Promotes and implements best practice advice on design processes aimed at increased efficiency, performance and reliability (automation, load and performance).
• Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge in the use of automated testing tools to create, design and execute test plans.
• Consults with technical resources in the testing environment to assist with making decisions regarding the best use of test automation tools.
• Collaborates and partners with stakeholders, business, developers and test analysts to develop in-depth test plans, conditions and cases to be used in testing.
• Develops, administers and recommends best practices to perform advanced test data conditioning and execution of test sets.
• Communicates with manager on a regular basis (project requirements, issue resolutions, etc.), and disseminates information to project sponsors, business analysts and programmers.
• Evaluates, interprets and provides guidance on the various components of systems, applications and multiple environments to leadership.
• Provides expertise and advice on the creation of test/defect reports and uses experience to follow all intricate defects through to resolution and closure.
• Occasionally reviews documentation such as business and technical specifications in order to ensure that the documentation is updated and accurate.
• Maintains, administers and interprets procedures, methodology and/or application standards to include payment card industry and security related compliance according to how they are applied in testing activities.
• Provides guidance to other Test Analysts as required.
• Occasionally reviews and mentors a limited number of team members' work product.
• Acts as a single point of contact for complex client projects with regard to test activities and provides guidance to less experienced Test Analysts.
• Coordinates the test activities assigned to the test team to include, reviewing of client test plans cases and scripts, prioritizing test execution when necessary and providing feedback to internal and external clients.

What Are We Looking For in This Role?

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Relevant Experience or Degree in: Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business or related field; additional experience in lieu of degree will be considered
• Typically Minimum 6 Years Relevant Exp
• Relational databases, Bankcard industry knowledge and IBM Rational tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Typically Minimum 8+ Years Relevant Exp
• Relational databases, Bankcard industry knowledge and IBM Rational tools
• International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Certification

What Are Our Desired Skills and Capabilities?

Skills / Knowledge

• Having wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Some barriers to entry exist at this level (e.g., dept./peer review).

Job Complexity

• Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.

Supervision

• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Team Lead).

IBM Mainframe Systems

• TSO, JHS, CICS

Software Tools

• SoapUI, Soap Sonar, HP Service Test, MS Visual Studio, HP Performance Center/Load Runner, Jmeter, IBM Rational Team Concert, Selenium, Eclipse, SQL Profiler, Putty, Toad, Junit and Nunit Testing Frameworks, Gsuit Application Lifecycle Management Tools, Paragon Fast Test, Agile, Scrum, Waterfall

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The US base salary for this full-time position is available $95,000 + benefits. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Global Payments offers a comprehensive benefits package to all of our team members, including medical, dental and vision care, EAP programs, paid time off, recognition programs, retirement and investment options, charitable gift matching programs, and worldwide days of service. To learn more, review our Benefits page at https://jobs.globalpayments.com/en/why-global-payments/benefits/

Global Payments Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Global Payments provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.