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Apex Systems • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Role & seniority: E2E Functional Test Lead (Senior / Lead level) for End-to-End Testing in banking domain
Stack/tools: Payments/Credit Cards domain; multi-system integration; ALM; Confluence; JIRA; Postman for API testing; SQL validation; TSYS credit card systems; batch/settlement testing
Lead end-to-end testing across 10+ integrated systems within Credit Cards & Payments; coordinate across multiple QA teams
Create and maintain test plans, test cases, scenarios, data sets, and defect documentation; validate end-to-end data flow (front end → API → mid-tier → downstream)
Perform hands-on functional testing as needed; drive test execution, reporting, risk/issue management; engage with stakeholders and solution architects
5+ years as an End-to-End Test Lead in Retail/Commercial Banking; Payments/Cards domain experience
Hands-on testing across multiple integrated systems; ability to define E2E scope from solution architecture
Strong SQL skills; experience with API testing; familiarity with ALM, JIRA; knowledge of card lifecycle and TSYS
SDLC (Agile & Waterfall); excellent communication and stakeholder management
Exposure to API automation or CI/CD pipelines
Location & work type: Hybrid work arrangement; Downtown Toronto; on-site every Tuesday; contract initially 1 year with high extension potential
Job#: 3019659
E2E Functional Test Lead
Apex Systems is a global IT services provider, and our staffing practice has an opening for a Senior Functional Test Lead (End-to-End Testing) for one of our top Canadian banking clients. This role supports large-scale Credit Card and Payments initiatives and requires a strong technical background with proven experience leading complex E2E functional testing across multiple integrated systems.
Client: Top Canadian Bank
Role: E2E Functional Test Lead (Functional Testing – Not a UAT Lead role)
Contract: 1 year (strong possibility of extension)
Location: Hybrid – Downtown Toronto (on-site every Tuesday)
The E2E Functional Test Lead will be responsible for leading end-to-end testing across multiple applications, especially within the Credit Cards and Payments ecosystem.
This role is an End-to-End Test Lead responsible for coordinating and executing testing across multiple retail & commercial banking applications. This team does not own any applications; success depends on ability to lead testing across 10+ upstream/mid-tier/downstream systems.
This role is not a UAT Lead position. It focuses on hands-on functional testing leadership, working across multiple systems to ensure robust E2E coverage.
End-to-End Functional Test Leadership
Hands on experience to solve test environment and data gap Strong tech background and experience to identify E2E testing scope based on solution architecture Lead E2E testing across multi-application integration landscapes (10+ systems). Coordinate with multiple application QA teams (onboarding, mobile/online banking, APIs, downstream systems). Understand and validate data flow end-to-end across channels (front end → API → mid-tier → downstream). Create test plans, test cases, scenarios, data sets, and defect documentation using ALM/Confluence. Conduct testing across credit card functions including onboarding, adjudication, settlements, tokenization, credit limit increases, and TSYS integrations. Work closely with business stakeholders and solution architects to validate requirements, review architecture diagrams, and ensure test coverage. Support production-like test data creation and batch process testing.
Test Planning & Execution
Own the end-to-end test execution for designated programs. Develop and maintain E2E test scenarios, flows, and documentation. Perform functional test execution as needed (hands-on role). Ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality test results and reporting.
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with system owners, BAs, developers, and QA teams across multiple groups. Explain project flows, integrations, and data movement at a high level. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Provide clear communication around issues, defects, risks, and progress.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
Provide root cause analysis for defects and recommend corrective actions. Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to enhancements in test processes. Review control and issue closure testing to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Strong technical background with experience navigating complex system environments in a Retail & Commercial Banking (P&BB).
5+ years of End-to-End Test Lead: leading cross-functional testing without direct reports. Hands on experience to solve test environment and data gap Strong tech background and experience to identify E2E testing scope based on solution architecture End-to-end testing across multiple integrated systems Payments and Credit Cards domain experience (must-have) Handling environment gaps and test data gaps Ability to explain system interactions and tell a clear “project story” Experience with multi-application integration testing (10+ systems). Strong understanding of application + data workflows.
Excellent knowledge of SDLC (Agile & Waterfall). Strong communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills. Experience with manual testing tools (HP ALM, JIRA). Strong SQL skills and experience validating data across systems. Solid understanding of banking applications, especially card lifecycle and transaction flows.
Nice-to-Have
Exposure to API testing or automation (API automation is NTH only). Familiarity with modern CI/CD pipelines.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of ASGN Incorporated.
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Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Apex Systems.