**Technical Skills/Experience:** + Minimum of a B.S. in Computer Science, MIS or related degree and five (5) years of related experience + Proven experience as a Test Lead or in a similar role. + Strong knowledge of QA processes + Preferred leadership experience with offshore resources + Testing terminology · SDLC knowledge (waterfall & Agile) + Thorough knowledge of structured test methods and processes. Knowledge of both Manual and Automated Testing. + Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). + Knowledge of data governance and data quality principles. + Experience with test automation tools and frameworks. + Knowledge of Azure DevOps (aka TFS) + Investment concepts, practices and procedures used in the securities industry. **COMPETENCIES** + Analysis: Identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities; compare data from different sources to draw conclusions. Ability to think creatively to introduce new testing methods/tools to improve effectiveness and increase productivity. + Communication: Communicate clearly and concisely through a variety of media to management, business, and development resources in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain he message. + Leadership: Manage and prioritize across multiple projects. + Exercising Judgment and Decision Making: Use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; recommend or take action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences. Ability to make risk based decisions regarding testing processes. + Technical and Professional Knowledge: Demonstrate a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-relat + Building Effective Relationships: Develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.ed areas; remains current with developments and trends in areas of expertise. + Client Focus: Make internal and external clients and their needs a primary focus of actions; develop and sustain productive client relationships. + Mentorship: Ability to mentor and guide team members to ensure good practices are followed and most efficient and effective testing is being done. Provide constructive feedback in a positive manner.