Senior Business Systems Analyst 12 Month Term Contract

Requisition ID: 235206

Join a purpose driven winning team committed to results in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

The Senior Business Systems Analyst will delivery upon project strategies for core software delivery which may include; requirements development support testing teams of medium to large agile labs across various platforms configurations and environments. Assess the risk and quality of changes and enhancements to existing & new applications and processes which support the Wealth Management network. An active collaborator on the Agile project team the incumbent is responsible for leading standups discussions & retrospectives from project delivery perspective and is expected to use best practices to evolve the product solution and ensure working products are delivered with quality.

Is this role right for you In this role you will:

• Plan & develop software strategies and support delivery teams of large agile labs:

• • Design test approach Develop strategies and plans. Align test cases to requirements and user stories.
  • In conjunction with the development team decide where to build automated and manual tests develop/create test data construct and execute exploratory system regression migration back-end and user acceptance tests and determine whether to create automation frameworks.
  • Write clear and concise defect reports and work as an empathetic advocate for the customers quality experience. Triage and prioritize defects for remediation with the Product Owner and development team.
  • Experience with data extraction transformations and conversion testing
  • Transfer application and process expertise to other analysts; provide hands on training on systems hardware environment product standards and methodology to test team members; coach motivate and provide feedback on department and project objectives conflict resolution and team building.

• Work with project teams during the software development life cycle to ensure business and technical requirements have been fulfilled; contribute recommendations and assessments to ongoing project reviews
• Maintain a thorough and current understanding of a broad range of assigned banking applications UAT code configuration system integration environment resources and code delivery process; provide technical advice to development teams and external suppliers on integration of specific applications within the UAT environment.
• Forecast workday estimates based upon project documentation; monitor resource demands and escalate resource shortfalls or conflicts as required.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to enhance personal breadth and depth of expertise and proactively apply knowledge on the job; identify and recommend enhancements or modifications to UAT processes in an effort to continually improve overall department efficiency and effectiveness.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role Wed love to work with you if you have.

• Ability to execute applications with Web interfaces GUI and DB level validations in the following environment platforms: Web Client/Server Windows
• Good understanding of code management server and applications layering environment configuration and databases
• Knowledge in analyzing the scope and developing work estimates.
• Experience in creating Strategies/Test Plans.
• Experience or interest in working in an Agile testing environment
• Testing experience within the financial industry an asset
• Well-developed leadership ability
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Superior analytical skills
• Testing experience within the financial industry an asset
• Deep knowledge of Internet and mobile technologies
• Working knowledge of SQL and other development tools
• Good working knowledge of both agile and traditional Waterfall SDLC methodologies.
• Fluent with OS/Browser combinations: Windows 7 Mac OS Android IOS IE Firefox and Safari

Whats in it for you

• Diversity Equity Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential respected for who they are and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities ethnicity race age ability & veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
• Upskilling through online courses cross-functional development opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus flexible vacation personal sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Dynamic Ecosystem - Free tea & coffee universal washrooms and lots of space for team collaboration.
• Community Engagement - We offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Ottawa

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: for every future we help our customers their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice products and services including personal and commercial banking wealth management and private banking corporate and investment banking and capital markets.

At Scotiabank we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including but not limited to an accessible interview site alternate format documents ASL Interpreter or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.