Investment Middle Office Services - Testing Associate II

Location: Metro Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines

Job Family: Testing

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are a leading global financial services firm with a strong commitment to innovation and excellence in investment management. The Investment Middle Office Services (IMOS) Program is pivotal in enhancing our operational capabilities, ensuring seamless processing and risk management for investment activities. As a Testing Associate II in our Metro Manila office, you will play a critical role in the end-to-end test management, execution, and release implementation of this program. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional passionate about quality assurance in the financial sector, where you'll contribute to building robust systems that support our clients' investment needs across global markets. In this role, you will lead testing efforts for middle office applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams including developers, analysts, and business stakeholders. Your responsibilities will encompass developing comprehensive test strategies, executing various testing types such as functional, integration, and UAT, and ensuring all releases meet JP Morgan Chase's stringent quality and compliance standards. You'll utilize agile practices to align testing with rapid development cycles, while leveraging tools like JIRA for defect tracking and reporting. This hands-on position requires a deep understanding of financial processes, enabling you to validate system behaviors against real-world investment scenarios and regulatory frameworks like those from the SEC or BSP. Joining JP Morgan Chase means becoming part of a dynamic team in the National Capital Region, with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. You'll benefit from our culture of inclusion and innovation, working on high-impact projects that drive the future of asset management. If you have a solid background in testing within financial services and a drive to deliver flawless solutions, this role offers a platform to advance your career while contributing to one of the world's most respected financial institutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end test management for the IMOS Program, including test strategy development and execution
• Collaborate with development, business, and operations teams to define testing requirements and scenarios
• Execute functional, integration, and regression testing for investment middle office services applications
• Identify, document, and track defects using industry-standard tools, ensuring timely resolution
• Facilitate release implementation by conducting user acceptance testing (UAT) and post-go-live validation
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and JP Morgan Chase's quality standards throughout the testing lifecycle
• Monitor and report on test progress, risks, and metrics to senior stakeholders
• Contribute to process improvements in testing methodologies to enhance efficiency in the financial services domain
• Support training and knowledge transfer for junior team members on testing best practices
• Participate in agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning and retrospectives, to align testing with development cycles

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field
• At least 3-5 years of experience in software testing, quality assurance, or test management within the financial services industry
• Proven experience in end-to-end test management, including planning, execution, and defect tracking
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools like JIRA, Confluence, or similar for test lifecycle management
• Strong understanding of financial systems, investment processes, and regulatory requirements in banking
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, global team environment with excellent attention to detail
• Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, for cross-regional collaboration

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in testing investment management or middle office systems at a major financial institution
• Knowledge of JP Morgan Chase's internal tools and platforms, such as those used in the IMOS Program
• Certification in ISTQB, Certified Scrum Master, or similar testing/quality assurance credentials
• Background in automation testing frameworks like Selenium or Appium
• Prior exposure to cloud-based testing environments in AWS or similar

Required Skills

• Test planning and execution
• Defect management and tracking
• Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Financial systems knowledge
• Regulatory compliance in banking
• JIRA and Confluence proficiency
• SQL querying for data validation
• Automation testing tools (e.g., Selenium)
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Problem-solving in complex environments
• Communication and reporting skills
• Time management in fast-paced settings
• Adaptability to changing project requirements

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Retirement savings plan with generous company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities through JP Morgan's internal training programs and tuition reimbursement
• Employee wellness programs, including gym memberships and mental health support
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid options in Metro Manila
• Global mobility and career advancement paths within JP Morgan Chase

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.