Testing Associate – Equities Operations Transformation

Location: Metro Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines

Job Family: Program & Project Management

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are a leading global financial services firm with a strong presence in the APAC region, powering innovation in investment banking, asset management, and securities services. As a Testing Associate in Equities Operations Transformation, you will play a pivotal role in driving testing excellence for our high-impact projects in Metro Manila. This position within the Program & Project Management category involves collaborating with global teams to ensure seamless operational transformations in equities trading, settlement, and post-trade processes. You will contribute to enhancing efficiency and compliance in one of the world's most dynamic financial markets, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to support our clients' success. Your core responsibilities will include developing robust test plans, executing automated and manual tests, and validating system integrations for APAC-specific equities initiatives. Working closely with operations, technology, and compliance teams, you will identify potential risks in trading workflows and implement solutions that align with regulatory standards such as those from HKMA and MAS. This role demands a proactive approach to automation, using tools like Selenium and Jenkins, to streamline testing cycles and reduce operational downtime in our fast-paced environment. Joining JP Morgan Chase means becoming part of a culture that values integrity, innovation, and inclusion. In this role, you will have opportunities to grow your expertise in financial services testing while contributing to transformative projects that impact global markets. We seek detail-oriented professionals passionate about quality assurance to help us maintain our leadership in equities operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and design comprehensive test strategies for APAC Equities projects, including functional, regression, and user acceptance testing
• Execute manual and automated tests to validate operational transformations in equities settlement, clearing, and reconciliation processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and operations stakeholders, to identify and resolve defects
• Develop and maintain test automation frameworks to enhance efficiency and reduce manual testing efforts
• Document test cases, results, and reports, ensuring compliance with JP Morgan Chase's quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Drive continuous improvement in testing processes by incorporating industry best practices and innovative tools
• Support UAT (User Acceptance Testing) phases and provide training to end-users on new system functionalities
• Monitor and analyze test metrics to assess project risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Participate in agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning and retrospectives, to align testing activities with project goals
• Ensure all testing activities adhere to data privacy and security protocols in the financial services sector

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience in software testing, quality assurance, or operations transformation within the financial services industry
• Proven experience in testing equities trading systems, settlement processes, or similar financial operations
• Strong understanding of APAC equities markets, regulatory requirements, and operational workflows
• Proficiency in test automation tools and scripting languages such as Python, Java, or Selenium
• Experience with agile methodologies and project management tools like Jira or Confluence
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, global team environment with excellent English communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in ISTQB or similar testing qualifications
• Experience in JP Morgan Chase or other major investment bank's operations transformation initiatives
• Knowledge of equities-specific technologies like SWIFT, FIX protocol, or Calypso
• Prior exposure to regulatory compliance testing in APAC regions (e.g., HKEX, SGX)
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines in financial services

Required Skills

• Test planning and execution
• Automation scripting (Python, Java)
• Equities operations knowledge
• Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Defect tracking and reporting
• Regulatory compliance in finance
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Communication (verbal and written)
• Time management in fast-paced environments
• Data analysis and metrics interpretation
• Familiarity with financial protocols (FIX, SWIFT)
• Risk assessment
• Adaptability to changing project requirements

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees and dependents
• Retirement savings plan with generous company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Professional development programs, including tuition reimbursement and access to internal training at JP Morgan Chase University
• Employee wellness initiatives, such as gym memberships and mental health support
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid options in Metro Manila
• Global mobility opportunities within JP Morgan Chase's international network

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.