Wednesday, October 25, 2006

Market Data QA Analyst

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Position Code

BNREASTJA

Job Title

Market Data QA Analyst

Work Location

New York

Duration

Full Time

Maximum Hourly Rate

Open

Job Description

Skills: VB, C++, C#, SQL, QualityCenter, QTP (Quick Test Pro) & Business Process Testing

Description:

This position will support the development of automated test scripts, test cases and set the standards for QA frameworks. Candidate should have excellent analytical and problem solving skills as well as exceptional technical skills. Must be detail oriented and able to efficiently complete tasks on time. Candidate must understand QA methodologies and processes. Knowledgeable of Object Oriented Analysis and Design (UML/RUP). Knowledgeable about database design and modeling. Strong expertise in all phases of SDLC.

Responsibilities:

* Requirements Analysis and Requirements Traceability Analysis

* Design robust test cases and procedures from requirement specifications

* Implement and review automated test cases

* Automated unit testing, functional testing, system-level integration testing, end-to-end testing and acceptance testing.

* Ensure all product releases meet or exceed defined quality goals

* Work with development teams to facilitate and advise unit, performance, and stress testing

* Test new applications as well as continue ongoing, repeatable testing for existing applications

Desirable:

Specific knowledge of Investment Bank/Financial products and services a plus
Experience working with trading applications would be a definite plus


Education:
B.S degree in computers or finance

Platforms: Windows AS/400

GUI Systems: Equities Trading Applications with understanding of Market Data

Database Systems: SQL Server, Sybase or Oracle

Other Programming Skills (is a Plus): Java, C++.VB

Business Knowledge: Financial, FIX, CMS

Communication Skills: Good Communication

Email resume in Word to jeffaltman@cisny.com ONLY IF YOU HAVE THE EXPERIENCE SOUGHT. Please include the job code with the position.

NO RELOCATION. NO VISA TRANSFERS. NO 3RD PARTIES. NO OVERSEAS RESUMES.

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