Senior Test Analyst

Job Description This position follows our hybrid-friendly schedule, so you get the best of both worlds – flexibility and collaboration. In office days will be 2-3 per week averaging 10-12 days per month. Job Summary Raymond James is seeking a dedicated Senior Test Analyst to support Securities Center and Service Center testing. This role will be responsible for testing as well as coordinating testing efforts for multiple offshore resources as well as collaborating with internal resources. The selected candidate will review functional requirements and use business and technical knowledge to analyze and develop software test plans and test cases. Identifies, gathers and manages appropriate test data and uses the data to execute the test scripts ensuring the software meets the functional and non-functional requirements. Performs testing for application development projects and where appropriate, technology infrastructure projects. Responsibilities Ensure testing is on track for completion, plan efforts, communicate testing priorities to the offshore team. Communicate deadlines and provide status reports to relevant stakeholders. Design and perform website/applications software tests and respond to user emails to monitor, diagnose, and correct performance issues. Select the appropriate complex tests or tests from a specified range and carry out using specialized methods and equipment; validate and interpret test data to verify that specifications are met and/or to identify remedial actions required to ensure conformance or suitability. Validate new or existing complex test methods and procedures; identify issues and recommend improvements to contribute to further development. Contribute to the identification and evaluation of current policies and business processes that are in the scope of the quality management system (QMS); contribute to the design of the QMS; provide specialist quality management input to the drafting of new policies and procedures and the design of business processes; contribute to the quantification of the costs and business benefits of change. Review existing operations in own area of work and implement innovation processes to generate new ideas and ensure continuous improvements are delivered. Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media. Skills Preferred leadership experience with offshore/contract resources Familiarity with testing terminology SDLC knowledge (waterfall & Agile) CI/CD experience Thorough knowledge of structured test methods and processes. Proven experience in leading and testing complex user interfaces. Experience in testing using an automated test tool (preferred). Experience in testing Windows Software Applications / Database applications produced using Angular, C#, SQL and Oracle Server. Knowledge of API Testing Knowledge of Azure DevOps (aka TFS) or similar tool. Investment concepts, practices and procedures used in the securities industry Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on analyzing data trends for use in reports to help guide decision making. Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on ensuring that IT applications meet required specifications by designing, executing and reporting on tests of systems and services. Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on planning, organizing, prioritizing and overseeing activities to efficiently meet business objectives. Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on reviewing and creating relevant, lucid and effective reports. Works with full competence to design, create and administer the test scripts associated with the delivery of the project, ensuring that the requirements are being met from a functional, design and user experience perspective. Typically works without supervision and may provide technical guidance. Works with full competence to manage the work that determines the quality policies, procedures, and responsibilities so the work satisfies the needs for which it was undertaken. Typically works without supervision and may provide technical guidance. Education Bachelor’s: Accounting, Bachelor’s: Business Administration, Bachelor’s: Computer and Information Science Work Experience General Experience - 3 to 6 years Certifications Travel Workstyle Hybrid At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We Expect Our Associates At All Levels To Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.