Head of QA (Senior VP) – Tier 1 Private Bank recruitment

Responsibilities:

Developing and implementing a department wide strategy and plan for testing across the APAC environment based on the overall global strategy
Responsible for managing the testing through the project lifecycle from systems integration and performance testing through to user acceptance and regression testing
Matrix management of test managers (responsible for program/project testing)
Test management, including communications, monitoring and controls
Reporting and managing risks and issues
Developing and managing metrics reporting (cost of quality, forecasting, quality measurement)
Drive continuous improvement and ensure quality management processes and standards are being adhered to
Providing quality and efficient testing services by consistently reviewing and improving the current testing process
Manage all testing related trainings and certifications

Requirements:

Bachelor degree in Computer Science
10+ years of experience in a senior QA or testing, at least the 5 years working in an investment bank
Solid experience of developing and executing test strategies, detailed test plans, test cases and test data
Knowledge and preferably practical experience of all test stages and types (unit, component, system, integration, functional, reliability, availability, volume, performance, business and operations acceptance)
Able to clearly define, manage and execute a robust defect management process
Experience of defining, setting up, enforcing best practice with defect tracking and change management tools
Experience of contributing to the implementation of large-scale change projects in major organizations
Ability to persuade and influence staff at all levels
Ability to develop and maintain strong partnership with the business and IT development teams
In-depth knowledge of industry standard test processes
Strong communication skills

To apply, please send your CV to anson@aptitudeasia.com

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