The Role

Co-ordinate the testing of small to medium size projects within the Card Global Technology Products Engineering team using multiple delivery channels across various platforms, configurations and environments. Provide input regarding the assessment of the risk and quality of changes and enhancements to more than 100 existing applications and processes which support the domestic bank network. This role Reports to the Manager, QA Testing, and is a key member of test teams which is comprised of various levels of banking, business and systems analysts.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

• Capability to test multiple projects and assignments concurrently
• Working knowledge and understanding of a broad range of assigned banking applications and their interfaces.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UAT methodology, procedures and standards
• Assess individual project needs; work closely with Development, Configuration/Code Management and environment teams to establish, co-ordinate and ensure a stable environment for conducting QA tests
• Ability to adapt quickly and decisively to changing priorities

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role?

• Experience in testing domain testing business applications testing with Web interfaces, GUI, and green screen emulation in the following environment platforms: Host 4700/3270, IMS, AS/400, Client/Server, Windows, Cloud based APIs, Azure/Google
• Understanding of code management, server and applications layering, environment configuration and databases
• Initiate and perform software fault source diagnosis
• Strong working knowledge of PCs and department-related software
• Application testing experience within Card Domain (Credit Card (TSYS) and Debit Cards) would be desirable
• Understanding of automation tools with experience to use and build automation scripts for project testing would be desirable ie Selenium, Cucumber, AI powered testing experience
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Detail-oriented approach to project testing
• Experience with end to end testing across various test partners for projects/releases
• Assessing UAT projects to determine the risk of releasing the code into the current test environment, specifically the possible impact to multiple projects, the degree of overlap in the applications and the code itself, within extremely tight timeframes
• Designing UAT test plans and testcases; execute and verify the results of UAT tests and take appropriate action.
• Participating in the release of projects into the UAT environment; execute test plans/testcases and works with test partners across the organization.
• Continually evaluating priorities for various projects in response to frequent directional changes and take decisive action as required
• Assessing the results of UAT tests and take appropriate action; work closely with the development group to resolve defects; escalate issues to management when necessary; make recommendations to release the code to Production
• Working closely with individual project teams, during the software development life cycle, to ensure business and technical requirements have been fulfilled; contribute recommendations and assessments to ongoing project reviews
• Developing a thorough and current understanding of a broad range of assigned banking applications, UAT code configuration, system integration, environment resources and code delivery process; provide technical advice to development teams and external suppliers on integration of specific applications within the UAT environment
• Forecasting workday estimates based upon project documentation; monitor resource demands and escalate resource shortfalls or conflicts as required
• Identifying and pursuing opportunities to enhance personal breadth and depth of expertise and proactively apply knowledge on the job; identify and recommend enhancements or modifications to UAT processes in an effort to continually improve overall department efficiency and effectiveness

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons and much more!