An opportunity has arisen for a Test Specialist to join our international team in Nicosia.
We are seeking a highly skilled Test Specialist to join our dynamic team in the payments industry. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our applications, ensuring that developed software under test meet technical and business requirements.
As a Test Specialist, you will be responsible for preparing and maintaining test plans, scenarios and test cases covering both technical and business requirements, to ensure that all software products meet the highest standards of quality before they are deployed. In addition, it is expected that the Test Specialist will execute test cases, identify and retest defects raised, and generate defect resolution and test result reports for each test cycle.
You will, drive the execution of testing initiatives that align with the organization's objectives. Your expertise in both manual and ideally automated testing will guide the successful delivery of projects, while your good understanding of payments will allow you to effectively address any challenges faced.
You will collaborate closely with stakeholders across technical and business departments to identify testing requirements and ensure that all deliverables are met on time. Furthermore, you will be instrumental in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and implementing best practices in testing to enhance overall software quality. If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excellence in testing who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities:
Prepare and implement testing plans, schedule, scenarios and test cases covering all requirements in scope as well as closure reports.
Coordinate testing activities across multiple clients and projects, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
Execute and oversee both manual and automated testing processes to validate software functionality and performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers and project managers to identify and resolve issues early in the development cycle.
Conduct risk assessments and prioritize testing efforts based on project requirements and potential impact on business operations.
Promote best practices within the testing team.
Essential requirements for the role:
7+ years relevant experience in IT/Payments/Bank/Finance domain
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field
Fluent spoken and written English communication skills, including listening skills
Confident client-facing communication and collaboration skills, able to schedule and lead discussions relating to progress on testing and defect resolution
Proven experience in a senior Test role, preferably within the payments, banking or financial services industry
Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, testing tools (e.g. JIRA), and best practices for software development
Exposure to NFR (Performance & Resiliency) testing engagements and delivery
Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and a focus on achieving results
Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including testing progress, defect management, technical discussions, project clarifications and address concerns
Ability to manage all testing phases for a project, including Test Planning, Test Design, Test Execution, and Test Closure
Willingness to travel on occasion is essential.
Desirable requirements for the role:
Experience in creating and implementing test automation strategies, automated testing methodologies, and approaches, tools, techniques (unit, functional, integration), executing automated test suites, and debugging test failures
Good understanding of the Payment Industry including testing of Scheme Compliance
Demonstrates some proficiency and knowledge in database SQL querying
Experience with one or more of the following:
Automation testing tools and test automation frameworks
Programming languages such as Java or equivalent
CI/CD tools (e.g Jenkins) automation workflows
Load testing tools such as Loadrunner, jMeter & K6
Rest APIs testing (e.g Postman).
Basic understanding of cloud computing (preferably AWS)
ISEB / ISTQB Certification or equivalent.
TSYS offers structured career development, supported by training that provides the opportunity to learn and develop.
In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll have access to an excellent benefits package, including:
Private medical insurance for you and your family, non-contributory, in and out patient cover
A well-established, strong provident fund
Life insurance (3x base salary)
21 days’ holiday increasing with length of service, plus 14 public / bank holidays
Flexible working (hybrid model – part from home, part from office)
Wellbeing initiatives with access to support services
On-site subsidized canteen
Modern offices opposite the Mall of Cyprus with gym and showers, games room (pool table, table tennis, darts, table football, play station) & prayer/meditation room
Store discounts
Regular social events and charitable initiatives to give back to our community.
To apply for this position, please visit our website www.globalpayments.com/about-us/careersand apply through the online system. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
