QA Architect

We are

At Synechron we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechrons progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence Consulting Digital Cloud & DevOps Data and Software Engineering servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models Digital Underwriting mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20 years our company has been honored with multiple employer awards recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about Synechron has a global workforce of 14500 and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking an experienced QA Architect with a strong background in Java Selenium and Karate Framework to lead our quality assurance initiatives within the banking domain. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of test automation software testing best practices and domain-specific requirements to ensure the delivery of robust scalable and secure banking applications.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law the base salary for this role if filled within Dallas TX/Pittsburgh PA is$108k - $116k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Define implement and govern the test automation strategy leveraging Java Selenium and Karate Framework to enhance testing efficiency and coverage.
• Architect and develop scalable maintainable and reusable automation frameworks aligned with banking applications needs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to QA teams developers and other stakeholders on automation best practices code reviews and innovative testing techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand functional and non-functional requirements ensuring test strategies align with banking compliance and security standards.
• Design and develop automated test scripts for UI API and integration testing ensuring comprehensive test coverage of banking processes.
• Integrate automated tests with CI/CD pipelines to enable rapid feedback and deployment cycles.
• Oversee defect identification reporting and tracking to facilitate timely resolution and quality improvements.
• Apply banking domain knowledge to identify critical testing scenarios security considerations and compliance requirements.
• Continuously evaluate and improve QA processes tools and methodologies to increase automation efficiency and quality standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Engineering or related field.
• 12 years of experience in QA/Software Testing.
• Strong expertise in Java programming.
• Proven experience with Selenium WebDriver for UI test automation.
• Hands-on experience with Karate Framework for API testing.
• In-depth knowledge of banking domain processes compliance and security standards.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins GitLab CI etc.).
• Experience in designing and implementing test automation frameworks.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and communication skills.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical dental vision life insurance and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities focused on skills substantive knowledge and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the worlds leading tier-one banks financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse fun-loving and global work culture.

SYNECHRONS DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds race ethnicities religion age marital status gender sexual orientations or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements mentoring internal mobility learning and development programs and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to the applicants gender gender identity sexual orientation race ethnicity disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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