Test Lead (SimCorp)

About Us

ERGO Technology & Services S.A. (ET&S S.A.) was established in January 2021 following the integration of ERGO Digital IT and Atena into one entity, leveraging both companies’ strengths and best practices. As a part of ERGO Technology & Services Management AG, the technology holding of ERGO Group AG, we support millions of internal and external customers with state-of-the-art IT solutions to everyday problems.

In October 2022, ET&S S.A. expanded its scope of operations by creating a Business Services unit to contribute in a new way to the growth of ERGO’s business. Acting as a co-partner and internal consultant, it adds non-IT value and supports the development of the entire ERGO Group, currently offering skills in reporting, analysis, actuarial, and input management. We are committed to fostering innovation and meeting the evolving needs of our clients worldwide.

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About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Senior QA Engineer & Manager for the business area Investment Management (MEAG) Public Markets Back Office. As a Senior QA Engineer, you will conduct the content-related detailed design and execution of non-functional and functional test activities and ensure high-quality design and implementation of test support services.

How you will get the job done

• overseeing application testing analysts and providing direction on testing tools, test case/plan documentation, and overseeing the execution of test plans
• working hands-on to document and implement test cases to support new product/project enhancements
• leading regression and performance testing of existing solutions especially for the core application SimCorp Dimension (SCD)
• producing reliable assessments of software readiness
• participating in design and testing sessions across teams
• supporting implementing automated testing solutions for operational efficiencies
• helping create requirements for system enhancements or defect resolutions
• designing and implementing Test Data Management solutions based on defined frameworks
• requesting and managing test environments (e.g. Monitoring, Incident Management, Change Management, and Batch Management) and taking responsibility for the setup of new test environments
• providing subject matter expertise in troubleshooting issues with systems and conveying that to product development teams

Skills and experience you will need

• fluent command of Business English
• university degree in Computer Science/Engineering or similar field
• 5+ years of experience managing testing team members and executing test plans
• familiarity with testing methodologies, test case documentation, and execution of custom-developed applications
• experience within the Core Application SimCorp Dimension (SCD) or similar Asset Management application
• technical expertise with query-based database tools and relational SQL databases
• knowledge of Waterfall and Agile methodologies and processes
  work collaboratively in a team environment
• excellent communication and presentation skills

Nice to have

• ITIL certification or willingness to pursue one