Test Analyst at Absa

Job Summary

We are looking for a Test Analyst to be part of a Global Markets – Markets Operations team, that will take complete accountability for the execution and end-to-end delivery of Test Plan and Test Cases within registered change programmes. Ownership to design Test packs enabling the programme/projects to implement, guide, manage and maintain a standardized test methodology in ABSA Testing Services to ensure world class delivery and support of the business unit, in line with the goals of the team. Working in a cross-asset class function.

Job Description

• Import test cases from other applications in to the test management tool

• Guide & influence the scoping of test efforts

• Gather requirements for system from formal- or informal specifications document

• Coordinate with the test team on all testing aspects and requirements and that adequate testing has been performed

• Provide progress feedback to the Test Manager as and when required.

• Validate data quality by comparing internal and external interfaces with testing tools.

• Enable automation of functional business processes.

• Exercises responsibility for the successful delivery of the Programme/project to plan, agreed quality and governance standards.

Education and Experience Required

• Diploma in Information Sciences or Information Technology or Project Management or

• equivalent NQF level 5 or higher qualification

• Min 5 Years Development or Business Analysis experience

• Min 5 Years’ experience of quality assurance methodologies and tools such as VModel, SCRUM, RUP (Rational Unified Process)

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and the Internet

• Degree in Software Testing or equivalent NQF level 6 or higher qualification

• Global Markets product knowledge (Fixed Income, FX, Derivatives, Settlements etc)

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of Operational Management Principles and Practices (Solid)

• Knowledge of Risk Management principles and practices (Solid)

• Analytical Skills (Solid)

• MS Office Skills (Solid)

• QC Skills (Solid)required

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Information Technology

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised