Test Lead (Midshift)

Job Highlights

• Work Setup: Hybrid (2 days in-office per week)
• Shift Schedule: Midshift (2:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
• Contract Duration: 6 – 12 Months Project Assignment
• Working Hours: 45 hours/week

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Test Lead to oversee the end-to-end testing lifecycle for VisionPLUS packaged software implementations in the banking and financial services sector.

In this role, you will leverage deep card management domain expertise to translate high-level business requirements into comprehensive test strategies, manage a dedicated team of testers, and serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technical execution teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities

VisionPLUS & Domain Expertise

• Utilize deep knowledge of the VisionPLUS software landscape to lead functional and end-to-end testing initiatives.
• Validate complete card lifecycle processes, including Issuance, Authorization, Settlement, Billing, and Collections.
• Oversee hands-on functional testing across core VisionPLUS modules (CMS, FAS, TRAMS, etc.).

Requirement Analysis & Test Strategy

• Interpret high-level business requirements to craft detailed test strategies, test plans, and scope definitions aligned with business and regulatory compliance goals.
• Partner with Business Analysts, Solution Architects, and Developers to clarify specifications and ensure complete test coverage.
• Oversee manual test case creation and validation to ensure full alignment with functional requirements.

Test Planning & Leadership

• Define test approaches for functional, integration, regression, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Distribute tasks, monitor team output, and mentor testers to ensure quality and timely milestones.
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams to establish and maintain stable test environments.

Execution, Defect Management & Reporting

• Lead defect triage sessions, track resolution cycles, and resolve blocking issues.
• Prepare clear metrics and reports covering test execution progress, coverage, defect trends, and overall production readiness.
• Keep Project Managers and business stakeholders informed of testing progress, key risks, and mitigation plans.

Process Improvement

• Evaluate current testing frameworks to introduce operational best practices and process enhancements.
• Advocate for testing efficiency, test automation, and continuous integration wherever applicable.

Key Qualifications

• Core Technical Expertise: Proven track record in testing VisionPLUS packaged software within banking or fintech environments.
• Domain Knowledge: Strong mastery of Credit Card Management functionality. Knowledge of Loans/Lending modules is a strong plus.
• Leadership Experience: Hands-on experience leading QA teams, defining test strategies, and managing multi-module test executions.
• Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication skills with experience presenting defect metrics and test readiness to technical leads and executive stakeholders.