Role
GPP Test Manager
Summary
We are seeking an experienced Payments Technology Project Manager / Test Manager / Delivery Manager with a strong background in managing end-to-end IT solutions in the Payments domain. The ideal candidate will have at least 8+ years of experience in Payments Technology solutions, with a minimum of 4 years in a technical lead or Test Manager role covering the full application development lifecycle. The candidate should have hands-on expertise in test management, project planning, and execution within a multi-shore delivery model.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end implementation of IT solutions in Payments Technology.
- Take ownership of new or existing projects, ensuring successful execution.
- Develop project estimations, planning, scheduling, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Ensure adherence to PMP or equivalent certification-based methodologies.
- Manage multi-shore teams, ensuring smooth coordination between onshore and offshore resources.
- Oversee implementations related to Global Payments Processing such as SWIFT, ISO 20022, RTP, RTGS, ACH, and other Clearing & Settlement Systems.
- Provide deep expertise in Payments products like Finastra GPP, FIS OPF, Volante VolPay, etc.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and evolving regulatory requirements in global payments.
- Define test strategies, execution plans, and defect management processes.
- Oversee test automation and validation frameworks for Payments applications.
- Ensure end-to-end testing coverage, aligning with industry best practices.
- Collaborate with business teams, technology teams, and vendors to ensure alignment on project deliverables.
- Lead technical discussions on requirements, feasibility, and risk assessments.
- Manage and mentor cross-functional teams, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Work closely with developers, architects, and testers to design, develop, and deploy robust payment solutions.
- Ensure high availability, scalability, and security of payment processing applications.
- Stay up to date with emerging trends in payment technologies and recommend improvements.
Qualifications
- Minimum 8+ years of experience in Payments Technology solutions at an IT company.
- At least 4 years in a technical lead or Test Manager role, covering the full lifecycle of application design and development.
- Strong expertise in global payment processing (SWIFT, ISO 20022, RTP, RTGS, ACH, etc.).
- Experience with payment platforms/products like Finastra GPP, FIS OPF, Volante VolPay, etc.
- PMP or equivalent certification (preferred).
- Hands-on experience in Payment Systems Implementation, Testing, and Delivery.
- Excellent stakeholder management & leadership skills in a multi-shore environment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Number of Vacancies
1