Agilus is recruiting for a QA - Portfolio Manager in the Financial Industry in a hybrid work environment in Toronto, Ontario.
Agilus is looking for a Portfolio Test Manager who will be responsible for Testing Delivery and processes across a portfolio of projects ensuring high-quality testing governance, conducting QA reviews, supporting project teams in creating effective testing strategies and ensuring successful test execution.
Responsibilities:
Lead and inspire a team of skilled testers, providing guidance and fostering a culture of excellence in testing practices
Implement or maintain/follow robust quality assurance standards, methodologies and best practices in a manner which aids and augments the realization of project deliverables and business benefits
Collaborate closely with project managers, development teams, and stakeholders to ensure testing aligns with project timelines and requirements
Ensure the quality of the products that technology delivers, working closely with all applications, common services/middleware, and infrastructure teams throughout the development/engineering lifecycle
Develop and execute a comprehensive test strategy aligned with organizational goals, ensuring efficient and effective testing processes for the projects in the portfolio
Evaluate and mitigate testing-related risks, ensuring the identification and resolution of issues throughout the software development lifecycle
Requirements:
10+ years of work experience in IT or business environment and/or BS/BA or MBA/MS in computer science, engineering, information systems, math or business
Must have worked in a test leadership position in the past. Must have managed 20+ member test teams. A strong track record of portfolio test management in financial services organization is necessary
Knowledge of the SDLC, testing concepts, methodologies, metrics, automated testing frameworks and documentation standards
Excellent interpersonal, co-ordination and relationship development skill
Relevant certifications: ISTQB, CSTE, CSQA, CSM are desirable
Handle portfolio audits from a QE standpoint
Further additional qualifications:
Strong Communication
Able to manage ambiguity
Experience of managing and communicating complex issues to VP level stakeholders
What's in it for you:
Hybrid Work Model