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SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.

In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC Rail Services LLC, Manufacturers Bank, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.

The anticipated salary range for this role is between $153,000.00 and $187,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.

Role Description

JRI-America, Inc., ("JRI-A"), is a subsidiary of the Japanese IT financial services company, Japan Research Institute Ltd ("JRI"), which is the specialist IT subsidiary of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group ("SMFG"). SMFG which owns Japan's second-largest bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation ("SMBC") by asset size and a Fortune Global 200 company offers a broad range of financial services, primarily banking related. The group is also engaged in leasing, securities, credit cards, mortgage securitization, venture capital and other credit related businesses and employs over 60,000 people worldwide and has a stated strategic objective of further global expansion. JRI-A provides information technology services in the Western Hemisphere (including the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa) that support the Group’s operations.

Role Objectives

• Create and execute test cases for functional and non-functional requirements of the banking applications and internal systems.

• Identify, report, and track defects on systems under test.

• Create and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts using Jira and Xray.

• Work with teams in an Agile process/environment.

• Analyze test results and look for ways to improve processes.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize applications and test cases for automation.

• Prioritize tasks and projects daily.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Good written, oral and presentation skills and ability to communicate concepts and thrive in a deadline driven, project environment.

• Leadership skills and provide guidance to team members on testing processes, technical knowledge and personal development.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a large-scale software development environment.

• Experience of working in Agile teams.

• Familiarity with processes and best practices of iterative development processes, SDLC, Agile methodologies

• Someone who is passionate about QA as a career and experience working in an Agile Environment with managerial experience

• Must have strong analytical, strategic & innovative skills

• Experience with managing software test automation teams, preferably with Eggplant/RFT

• Strong communication skills and collaboration skills are essential

• Must be flexible and able to follow potential directional changes efficiently and effectively as required and implement them within the team

• Ability to multitask, use own initiative and work to tight deadlines

• Ability to Troubleshoot and analyse issues while suggesting improvements and workarounds

• Must be strategic & innovative in the approach to transform teams

• Lead multiple test teams while ensuring quality on all projects

• Provide detailed reporting to senior management on progress implementation & progress

Additional Requirements

D&I Commitment

Responsible for fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, holding leaders accountable for creating an inclusive environment through awareness and practice of equity in recruiting, developing, and promoting diverse talent.

SMBC’s employees participate in a hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. SMBC provides reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.