Job Summary
Synechron seeks an experienced MTS QA Test Lead to direct end-to-end quality assurance activities for ACI Money Transfer System (MTS) implementations, upgrades, and integrations. This role combines deep payments-domain knowledge with QA leadership to define testing strategies, govern execution, manage defects, and report progress to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will ensure high-quality, compliant, and reliable payment processing across multiple client environments and locations.
Software Requirements
Required Skills (Essential)
Strong hands-on knowledge of ACI Money Transfer System (MTS) and payment processing applications
In-depth understanding of payment message flows, clearing and settlement processes, and financial messaging standards
Experience with SWIFT MT/MX, ISO 20022, CHIPS, Fedwire, pacs, and camt message formats
Extensive QA lifecycle expertise including test planning, test design, execution, defect management, and reporting
Ability to lead test teams, coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders, and manage testing deliverables
Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as JIRA
Familiarity with release management practices and tools (Git or equivalents) is preferred
Strong analytical, communication, ownership, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Skills
Finacle/other core banking integrations experience is a plus
Banking/regulatory awareness and data security considerations
Experience with CI/CD processes, automation, and test automation frameworks
Cloud deployment exposure in banking contexts
Overall Responsibilities
Lead QA and testing activities for MTS projects, including implementation, migration, enhancement, and upgrades
Define and own the QA strategy, test approaches, test plans, data strategy, and execution governance for MTS engagements
Validate payment message formats and flows across SWIFT MT/MX, ISO 20022, and related standards
Prepare detailed test scenarios and test cases for MTS components (DM, CSM)
Execute end-to-end functional, integration, regression, system, and UAT testing across payment workflows
Prepare and maintain test environments, data, and scenario setups
Coordinate defect triage, retesting, validation of fixes, and closure with development and business teams
Track and report test progress, quality metrics, risks, and issues to stakeholders
Manage test execution in JIRA or equivalent platforms; ensure quality ownership and continuous QA improvements
Technical Skills (By Category)
Programming Languages (Essential & Preferred)
Essential: Proficiency in Java or equivalent; scripting knowledge for test automation is a plus
Preferred: Python or other scripting languages for test automation support
Databases/Data Management
Essential: SQL-based data validation and reconciliation skills; experience with Oracle, SQL Server, or MySQL
Preferred: Data modeling, data quality checks, data lineage concepts
Cloud Technologies
Preferred: Cloud deployment exposure (AWS, Azure, GCP) in payments contexts
Essential: General understanding of cloud environments and release considerations
Frameworks and Libraries
Essential: Vision for test design and automation frameworks; API validation approaches
Preferred: Experience with automated test frameworks (Selenium, REST-assured, etc.) and performance testing tools
Development Tools and Methodologies
Essential: Jira/Confluence or similar tool usage; Agile/Scrum practices
Preferred: CI/CD integration familiarity (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI), test automation frameworks
Security Protocols
Essential: Awareness of payment data security and regulatory requirements
Preferred: PCI-DSS awareness and secure testing practices for financial data
Experience Requirements
6 to 10 years of relevant QA/testing experience, with a strong emphasis on banking/payments domains
Demonstrated success delivering end-to-end QA for MTS or similar payment platforms
Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders
Familiarity with regulated environments and governance/compliance considerations
Alternative pathways: extensive hands-on MTS testing leadership, or relevant industry certifications
Day-to-Day Activities
Lead requirement analysis, test planning, and test design for MTS projects
Guide and mentor QA engineers; oversee test data management and test environments
Execute and monitor functional, integration, regression, SIT, and UAT testing
Manage defect lifecycle, triage, retesting, and closure with development teams
Collaborate with product, delivery, QA, and operations to ensure alignment and quality
Prepare test reports, metrics dashboards, and executive summaries
Participate in status meetings, risk assessments, and project governance reviews
Support deployment readiness, patching, and post-go-live stabilization
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Certifications in QA/testing or payments/financial services are advantageous
Commitment to ongoing professional development in QA practices and payments technology
Professional Competencies
Strategic thinking and advanced problem-solving for complex payment systems
Strong leadership, mentorship, and team-building abilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management across technical and business groups
Adaptability to evolving regulatory landscapes and technology trends
Initiative and drive for continuous process improvement
Time management and prioritization in dynamic, high-stakes environments
SYNECHRON’S 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 applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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