Testing Team Leader

JOB PURPOSE / ROLE:To control and guide the effective monitoring and management of the data centre(s) physical infrastructure and to handle the timely and accurate migration of batches so as to enable their utilization from all employees and support operation’s efficiency AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:Policies, Processes & ProceduresImplements approved departmental policies, processes, procedures and provides instructions to subordinates and monitors their adherence so that work is carried out in a controlled mannerDay- to-day operationsImplements the day-to-day operations assigned for the Product Development function to ensure compliance with the established standards and proceduresBudgetProvides input for the development of departmental budget and monitors performance against approved levels within own function, ensuring any variances are appropriately addressedTesting TeamControls and plans the accurate and effective application implementation. Control and Monitor the development or modification of the applications, and ensure that this is aligned with the business requests and architecture design, so as to support the efficiency of the operationsControls the accurate and compatible configuration of the systems and applications defining the values of parameters and adjustments required, so as to enable their effective operation and cooperation Coordinates with vendors that are able to provide quality and cost effective services for the development of application that can’t be developed internallySolutions Delivery Monitors the efficiency compatibility of the applications used in the assigned business area and proceeds to their maintenance and required configuration, so as to support the effective execution of business objectives Monitors the systems / applications malfunctions reported from the Services Center department and controls the resolution of the most complicated, so to assist the operational ability of the businessControls the development environments synchronization and code migration.Ensure the documentation of all interventions / developments to systems and applications, so as to support the effective knowledge management Continuous Improvement Contributes to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, processes and practices taking into account ‘international best practice’, improvement of business processes, cost reduction and productivity improvementReportingPrepares departmental reports of Riyad Bank timely and accurately to meet the bank and department requirements, policies and standardsCommittees & MeetingsRepresents the function and actively contributes in various committees/meetings (internal and external) as applicable and per authority levels in order to ensure relevant matters are dealt with in a timely and efficient mannerPeople ManagementEnsures all staff have clear objectives, regular performance feedback sessions, formal annual appraisals, and individual development plans, with particular emphasis on the development of talented Saudi national staffEnsures and facilitates the employment, training and development of Saudi nationals within the organizationSafety, Quality & EnvironmentComplies with all relevant safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environmentRelated AssignmentsPerforms other related duties or assignments as directedQUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or IT engineering or equivalent Minimum Experience:6-8Years of relevant experience Technical Knowledge areas: Very good knowledge of banking BT systems and applicationsVery good knowledge of the banking operations and requirements Excellent project management skillsVery good knowledge of programming languages operating systems relevant to the assigned business area, e.g. UNIX, SQL, java, .net, Visual Basic, Midas, Moody’s, etc