Operations Test Manager

Overview

• Ensure the quality, reliability and operational readiness of the CDSClear clearing platform
• Design and execute operational user acceptance tests (Ops UAT)
• Collaborate with IT teams and business analysts
• Continuously improve testing processes
• Participate in functional validation and operational readiness throughout the clearing lifecycle

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in financial services
• Knowledge of clearing services and CCPs
• Knowledge of Credit Default Swaps
• Experience executing UAT and designing test cases
• Familiarity with test management and defect tracking tools (Zephyr, Jira)
• Recommended skills: SQL, Python
• Proficiency with DTCC, TradeServ, Markitwire, Markit, Tradeweb or Bloomberg platforms
• Experience with agile methodologies
• Ability to write clear test cases with measurable acceptance criteria
• Test execution, defect analysis and reporting skills
• Understanding of business specifications
• Test environment management
• Knowledge of requirements traceability
• Understanding of system architecture and clearing workflows
• Ability to challenge requirements
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Rigour and attention to detail
• Clear communication skills
• Collaborative mindset
• Autonomy and sense of responsibility
• Curiosity and continuous learning