Senior Test Analyst - SEPA Instant Payments

Summary: The role of Senior Test Analyst focuses on conducting thorough testing of payment systems, specifically SEPA Instant protocols, for an investment bank in London. The position requires a strong background in SEPA/Instant Payments and involves collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure quality standards are met. This is a contract position with a hybrid working arrangement, requiring three days on-site each week. The role is classified as inside IR35 and requires expertise in integration testing with external systems, particularly TIPS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough testing of payment systems, focusing on SEPA Instant protocols.
• Validate messages and ensure they comply with established standards and protocols.
• Perform integration testing with external systems, including TIPS (TARGET Instant Payment Settlement).
• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
• Identify, document, and track defects and issues.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and resolve issues.
• Ensure all testing activities are completed on time and meet quality standards.

Key Skills:

• Strong knowledge of SEPA Instant protocols.
• Domain expertise in OPF payment systems.
• Experience with message validation and message protocols.
• Proven experience in integration testing with external systems, particularly TIPS.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Salary (Rate): £650 per day

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT