JD - IT - GMIT - Associate - Lead QA / Principal QA

Nomura Overview:

Nomura is an Asia-headquartered financial services group with an integrated global network spanning
over 30 countries. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals,
institutions, corporates and governments through its four business divisions: Retail, Asset Management,
Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Merchant Banking. Founded in 1925, the firm
is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and
considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com

Nomura Services India, (Powai) supports Nomura’s businesses around the world. Powai’ s world class
capabilities in trading support, research, information technology, financial control, operations, risk
management and legal support have played a key role in facilitating Nomura’s global operations and
are an integral part of Nomura’s global expansion plans. The Powai operation is a critical part of the
platform to support the growth of Nomura’s global business.

Division Overview:

Global Markets Technology builds and maintains software solutions used by Global Markets Front and
Middle office businesses. The business is spread across EMEA, US, Japan, AEJ, and emerging
Markets like India, Brazil, and China. It deals in wide range of products including FX, Rates, Credit,
Securitized Products, Equities, Futures & Options, FI/EQ Derivatives, and Prime Services including
financing.

GMIT India team is an integral part of the global team, which is spread across US, UK, Tokyo,
Singapore, HK, India and China. It works in partnership with the regions to deliver technology solutions
to GM business across regions prioritized in Global Book of Work. This team serves key business
functions such as Pricing, Sales & Research (Pre-Trade), Electronic Trading, Client & Exchange
Connectivity (Trading related), Trade Capture & Workflow, Trade Life Cycle Management (Post-Trade),
MIS (pre and post trade analysis), Position, Risk Management and P&L (real-time, intraday and EOD),
Interfaces to Corporate Settlement, Risk and Finance systems.

Position Specifications:

Corporate Title Associate

Functional Title Lead QA / Principal QA

Experience 6-9 years

Qualification B.E. / B.Tech / M.E. / M.Tech

Requisition No. 21PCIO8212 / 21PCIO8217

Role & Responsibilities:

 Creation and execution of test plans and test cases based on business requirements,
functional and technical specifications
 Automation of regression packs by using standard automation tools/framework as defined by
GMIT Automation Working Team
 Strong Focus on DevOps and Shift Left Testing Principals to improve efficiency and
effectiveness
 Provide intelligent time estimates for test planning and execution during Sprint
Planning/Release Testing
 Partner with Onsite Stakeholders for confirmation of testing approach
 Execution of test plans in accordance with the project schedule
 Maintain existing test plans and test cases based on code changes and enhancements.
 Track issues and work with project managers and development team to resolve issues.
 Participate in JIRA review meetings during test cycles.
 Participate in project health checks and proactively identify any risk for key Business
Deliverables
Use QA standard process for Testing Life Cycle as defined by GMIT Process Working
Group
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Mind Set:

Mandatory

Strong knowledge of Automation Tools and Frameworks using C#, Java or Python
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Hands on experience on QA Automation Framework design and implementation
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Ability to write code independently to increase regression coverage in automation
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 Proficiency in Server Side Automation/API Automation
 Exposure to DevOps and Continuous Integration Tools like Jenkins
 Test Script development using open source or commercial Test Automation tools -
Selenium/RestAssured/CodedUI/White using object oriented methodologies
 Agile Software Development Experience and effective participation scrum
Technical  Exposure to Dev Ops and Continuous Integrations tools like Jenkins
 Experience working with source control/defect tracking and continuous integration systems
 Good in Linux/Unix and proficiency to test server side applications
 Strong Test Design Skills , Test Automation and Analysis
 Excellent analytical and communication skills.
 Hands-on experience of using Test Management tool, preferably Zephyr
 Learning mind-set – keenness to learn new tools/technologies which are relevant for Project
and drive positive outcome

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 Prior Working Experience with Investment Banks is plus
Domain Capital Markets/Front Office Application exposure with any asset class on Trade Capture/Pricing
and Risk Systems (not mandatory)

Nomura Core Competencies:

Competencies Behavioral Indicators

Contributes to desired culture
Culture & Conduct
Sets positive example
Building Nomura’s Culture
Aware of different values/styles
Diversity & Inclusion Professional
Holds high standards of behavior
Integrity Self-Awareness
Aware of own strengths/weaknesses
Understands current market
Client-Centricity & Business Acumen
Anticipates client needs
Commerciality Client-Centricity
Pays attention to detail
Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
Sees problems, recommends solutions
Balances alternative views
Strategy & Innovation
Knows when to decide/when to escalate
Strategic Thinking & Change
Champions new ideas
Decision Making & Judgment
Is both disciplined and entrepreneurial
Agility
Sees when to escalate
Leadership & Collaboration
Thinks differently
Managing Talent
Balances alternative views
Recognizing and Motivating Supporting,
Knows when/how to compromise
Developing
Learns from experience
& Collaborating with others
Seeks to develop
Managing Conflict

Communication & Connectivity
Articulation & Receptiveness Impact
Connectivity
Communication & Influence
Articulation and Receptiveness Impact
Connectivity
Execution & Delivery
Driving Performance
Execution-Focus
Planning & Organizing Adaptability
Assists in recruiting
Gives credit
Builds productive working relationships
Provides constructive, timely and specific
feedback
Adjusts style to suit topic
Balances listening/talking
Communicates with clarity and consideration
Is a proven and credible resource
Questions to understand others’ views
Builds internal contact network
Willingly effectively works across teams
Demonstrates accountability/commitment
Takes on challenging assignments
Executes priority actions on-time
Keeps stakeholders updated
Manages expectations
Persists when confronted with resistance