The GMP Group

Principal Test Engineer (Permanent, Banking)

The GMP Group  •  Singapore, SG (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement test strategies and plans, define the scope, objectives, and deliverables, allocate resources, and estimate effort, timelines, and costs for testing activities.
  • Lead and manage internal and external testing teams, assign tasks based on expertise, mentor team members to improve performance, and foster a collaborative and productive environment.
  • Define, implement, and enforce testing processes, standards, and best practices, continuously improving them to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Plan and manage test environments and data requirements, oversee the execution of various test cases, ensure alignment with project requirements and timelines, and track and resolve defects.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for testing-related matters, communicate testing progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders, and provide regular status reports and metrics to senior management.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate testing risks, develop contingency plans for critical scenarios, and ensure that risks are documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders.
  • Promote the use of test automation for improved efficiency and coverage, and collaborate with the Automation Test team to oversee the development and maintenance of automated test scripts.
  • Ensure testing activities align with organizational quality standards, conduct root cause analysis of defects, implement preventive measures, and foster a culture of quality and accountability.
  • Manage the testing budget, optimize resource utilization for cost-effective testing, and plan for future resource needs based on project pipelines and organizational growth.
  • Develop and maintain dashboards to track testing activities and KPIs, and use data-driven insights to improve testing processes and outcomes.
  • Ensure all testing activities are documented and auditable, maintain a repository of test artifacts, and ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements, particularly around data security.

Requirements:

  • Over 10 years of experience in software testing, including a minimum of 5 years in a Test Manager role, overseeing the full lifecycle of testing activities.
  • Demonstrated expertise in managing large-scale digital banking and financial services projects, particularly those involving internet or mobile banking platforms for corporate and institutional clients.
  • Proven leadership and team management capabilities, with preferred certifications including ISTQB Advanced Level, PMP, or Agile.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with substantial experience leading multi-vendor, geographically distributed testing teams.
  • Extensive knowledge of software testing methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and DevOps, with a strong emphasis on Waterfall, and proficiency in test management tools such as JIRA.
  • Preferred experience with test automation tools such as Selenium, ARIOS, or UFT to enhance testing efficiency and coverage.

For more information, please visit to www.gmprecruit.com and search for Job Reference: 939V9XVY

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

GMP Technologies (S) Pte Ltd | EA Licence: 11C3793 | Tang Lee Ling | Registration No: R1106845

This is in partnership with the Employment and Employability Institute Pte Ltd ( e2i ).

e2i is the empowering network for workers and employers seeking employment and employability solutions. e2i serves as a bridge between workers and employers, connecting with workers to offer job security through job-matching, career guidance and skills upgrading services, and partnering employers to address their manpower needs through recruitment, training, and job redesign solutions. e2i is a tripartite initiative of the National Trades Union Congress set up to support nation-wide manpower and skills upgrading initiatives.

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The GMP Group

About The GMP Group

Founded in 1991, The GMP Group is one of Singapore's largest and most established staffing and human resource consultancies, dedicated to transforming careers and empowering businesses. As a full-service people solutions provider, we are committed to fulfilling the career aspirations of individuals while creating new possibilities for organisations globally.

Our services span six specialist divisions, each tailored to meet specific client needs:

GMP Recruitment: Specialises in junior to mid-management staffing across industries, including HR, Admin, Sales, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Marcom, Retail, F&B, Finance, and Industrial Services.

GMP Banking: Provides dedicated recruitment for the banking, stockbroking, insurance, and fund management sectors.

GMP Technologies: Focuses on IT, Engineering, Healthcare, and Life Sciences roles, addressing the growing demand for technical and scientific talent.

GMP International: A premier recruiter for foreign workers, providing global talent solutions across industries.

GMP Consultancy: Offers outsourcing and HR consultancy services, providing guidance on organisational development and career management for working professionals and students.

With a robust presence in Singapore and offices in Malaysia and Indonesia, The GMP Group combines its extensive network and industry-specific expertise to offer clients seamless, one-stop HR solutions. Our dynamic team and global reach affirm our position as a strategic partner in staffing and human resources across Asia and beyond.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Singapore, SG
Year Founded
1991
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