QA Squad Lead (French Speaker) | BPCE-SI

Company Description

Natixis in Portugal is part of the Global Financial Services division, where it applies technology for the development of financial expertise in its two global business lines - Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management - and, transversally, for the entities of Groupe BPCE.

The Centre of Expertise, based in Porto, currently has more than 2,400 employees from over 30 nationalities, organised in three main departments: Information Technology, Banking Support Activities and Compliance. These teams work in an integrated, inclusive and transversal way, supporting and creating value for all the business lines and platforms of the group. The project in Porto is one of the biggest investments in Human Resources ever made by Groupe BPCE worldwide.

A disruptive mindset and a culture of proximity and agility identify Natixis in Portugal Team and reflect the company's mission to transform traditional banking at a global scale: a perfect match in the Portuguese dynamics and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

In 2024, Top Employers Institute has awarded Natixis in Portugal the Top Employer Portugal accreditation for the second time. This certification recognizes excellence in people practices, following the example of our head office, in France, who was certified Top Employer France for the eight year in a row.

Job Description

We are seeking a proactive and autonomous French speaker Test Coordinator with a minimum C1 level in French to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in test activities using tools such as Jira Xray and Octane. This role requires strong communication skills, the ability to manage workload effectively, and a solid understanding of test strategy and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test Planning and Strategy: Develop and implement comprehensive test plans and strategies that align with project requirements and objectives.
• Test Case Documentation: Write and maintain detailed test case documentation (test scenarios, test scripts, and acceptance criteria) to ensure thorough coverage of all application functionalities.
• Test Execution: Execute test cases, perform testing activities (functional, regression, integration, etc.), and ensure that all testing is conducted in accordance with established procedures.
• Defect Management: Identify, record, and track defects using Jira Xray/Octane, collaborating with the development team to ensure timely resolution.
• Reporting: Produce clear and concise test reports and metrics to communicate testing progress, results, and quality status to stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product owners, and business analysts, to ensure alignment on testing objectives and deliverables.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies, leveraging industry best practices and ISTQB knowledge.
• Workload Management: Effectively manage and prioritize testing activities, ensuring timely delivery of results within project timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Proficiency in French (C1 level) and English (C1 level)
• Proven experience with Jira Xray and/or Octane in a testing environment.
• Solid understanding of ISTQB principles and testing methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in Agile methodologies.
• Knowledge of automation testing tools is a plus.

Additional Information

#MuchMoreThanJustAJob

Early morning. Campo 24 de Agosto. In 4 minutes, you are clocking in at the office. Start your day having breakfast with the Team and grab fresh fruit on the way to your seat, in one of Porto's most typical neighborhoods. This Purple Day is going to be a busy one: daily meeting ensuring all team members are on the same page regarding work status, priorities and blockers, language class and, just after, a Talent Management meeting with your manager, discussing your career path.

Lunch break. Today, your Team is onboarding newcomers, but also welcoming French colleagues: the perfect excuse to walk downtown and bond over a francesinha. When returning, inhale nature and peace of mind in Natixis Urban Garden (look at the crops; ready to harvest!).

Back inside. Brainstorming session on a new, exciting project in our disruptive and immersive Manaus Village. The afternoon went flying (tasks, meetings, some jokes with your teammates). End it on a high note: celebrating cultural diversity with a Diwali, the Indian festival of lights.

Tomorrow, you attend a conference led by influential speakers in your industry and, the day after, you will work from home, benefitting from some focus time to complete that report and soft skills course on LinkedIn Learning. Once you are done with your work for the day, strike the right note playing with Natixis band or be part of a board games session. If that is too steady for you, meet your colleagues to catch some waves or sail the Douro river during golden hour.