Job Description

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The role is based in Kuala Lumpur as part of an IT extension team, supporting Follow-the-Sun operations across multiple business areas (fund services & administration, pricing and master data, custody, market services). The team will work closely with business support areas as well as IT lines located in Europe.

Main Responsibilities

Establish test strategy documents for allocated projects. Manage test activities in alignment with Quality Engineering practices. Ensure test objectives are met through proper requirements coverage, prioritization, and accurate recording of test execution. Coordinate and oversee the deliveries of QA analysts and automation teams. Review, challenge, and report on QA artifacts (e.g., estimations, test strategy, schedules, execution results, defect tracking, UAT coordination). Ensure test phases are prepared and executed according to methodology and frameworks. Prepare test execution reports and collect sign-offs from required approvers. Define test environment and support requirements; ensure these are met. Facilitate escalation, prioritization, and resolution of issues during testing. Set up, support, and administer projects in test repository tools (e.g., Squash). Create, execute, and maximize automation of complex test cases across the lifecycle, including continuous testing. Build strong communication and rapport with stakeholders, team members, and business partners from initiation to closure. Resolve conflicts/issues and escalate when appropriate.

Academic Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology. Other demonstrated learning paths (e.g., bootcamps) can also be accepted.

Certification:

ISTQB (mandatory), ITIL (optional, a plus).

Required Technical Skills

minimum 3 years relevant years of experience. Testing methodology and strategy definition. Project management methodology. Software development lifecycle methodology. Information Security & Risk Management fundamentals. Practical experience with SDLC frameworks.

Computer literacy:

MS Office, Jira, Test repository and management tools (e.g., Squash TM, ALM, or equivalent). Knowledge of fund distribution services, fund accounting, banking, or custody services is a plus.

Languages

English (professional proficiency required).

Required Soft Skills

Excellent communication skills. Ability to focus, prioritize, and solve complex issues. Proactive and collaborative, with demonstrated initiative. Strong leadership and decision-making regarding quality issues, resolutions, and escalations. Ability to chair meetings, facilitate workshops, and resolve conflicts. Client-oriented and results-driven. * Analytical, autonomous, and proactive mindset.