You are a creative problem-solver, and an experienced tester with a focus on data testing over the length of your career.   A willingness to participate in professional development activities to stay current on industry knowledge is important. You should bring innovative thinking and a curious attitude. You will have an essential role in migrating an on-prem data warehouse/data visualization solution to the cloud. A collaborative mindset is necessary, as the knowledge required to fulfill responsibilities will be obtained through conversation with developers, the product owner, and other QE resources. 

Technical skills including complex SQL, Databricks, Apache Spark, Tableau, and AWS cloud platform will be immediately applicable. Knowledge of Python, Linux scripting, and REST APIs will also be relevant.

Experience working with a dynamic Agile team is helpful.

What You Will Do:

• Develop comprehensive data verification and validation for backend data-oriented systems using modern frameworks such as Pandas, Informatica and other industry tools approved for use at FRS as applicable. Using scripting/programming languages like Python and R with a modern IDE (Anaconda, Jupyter notebook, or similar), and source code management products like GIT.
• Develop solutions to automate testing of databases and ETL processes built using technologies and frameworks such as SSIS, Oracle Integration products, Data Warehouse products and other industry tools approved for use at FRS as applicable.
• Work with key SMEs such as the Product Owner, System Architect, and Project Manager to plan the test automation strategy/approach for scalable/risk-based test coverage; inculcate the development and execution of scripts/scenarios and mining/creation of custom and applicable testing data.
• Incorporate the tests aligned with the application under test database schemas using complex stored procedures and queries in environments such as SQLServer, Oracle, or similar.
• Participate in Bank, department, or system projects of higher complexity.
• Demonstrate Core Competency skills for grade and position.
• Involved in the accomplishment of departmental and Bank wide quality projects.
• Comply with all applicable information, security policies, guidelines, and practices.
• Mentor junior QA Engineers by providing direction and guidance when needed. with a concentration in Information Technology or Computer Science or equivalent significant experience in information technology and software testing is required.

What You Have:
Knowledge and Skills:

• Independently, present both orally and in writing, findings and assessments; prepare and present information and responses to higher complexity inquiries; demonstrate the ability to manage the communication process; communicate with clients, colleagues and management to explain complex issues concisely. 
• Engage in transferring technical knowledge; diffuse conflict and build agreement.
• Experience weighing specific technical tradeoffs to maximize impact for effort and problem-solving skills.
• Possess a logical, analytical and creative approach to problems; Demonstrate expert level analytical and problem-solving skills; organize data in a manner that communicates issues; identify underlying issues and recognizes symptoms that indicate more severe issues.
• Lead and participate effectively on a team; lead complex and diverse team efforts by virtue of both technical expertise and leadership skills of influence; draw on experience to resolve higher complexity issues; display strong interpersonal skills in dealing with people at all levels of an organization.
• Have a meticulous and organized approach to work; Identify and assess higher complexity supervisory issues; manage higher complexity issues to meet our objectives and goals.
• Excellent knowledge of multiple systems and technologies with an ability to stay informed about relevant technology trends and developments.
• An awareness of current issues affecting the industry and its technologies.
• Subject to minimal or no oversight in work performed; serve as mentor and coach and provide constructive feedback to less experienced staff; engages other partners in collecting feedback and input to complete work activities.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Information Technology or Computer Science or equivalent significant experience in information technology and software testing is required.
• CTFL and Product Specific Certifications as applicable per track are preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience designing and developing tests for ETL and Data Warehouse solutions using a software development approach. Minimum 5 years of automation development experience with technologies described above.

 This position has been identified to follow the DATABASE/DATA VALIDATION TESTING TRACK.

 The job description for this role includes multiple tracks.

The salary grade for this position is: Grade 15. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant's background, experience and skills, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

We offer a great benefits package that features:

• Medical (4 options), Prescription, Dental (3 options), and Vision Insurance with no waiting period
• 401k/Thrift Plan with generous employer match
• Employer-funded Pension Plan
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time & Holidays
• Monthly $120 Commuter Allowance
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Spending Accounts
• Flexible Work Schedule available in most departments
• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement (undergraduate and graduate)
• Parental Leave
• Free onsite 24/7 Fitness Center including training classes, Peloton bikes and locker room / shower facilities
• Onsite Cafeteria & Coffee Shop
• Additional Convenience Benefits, Discounts and More…

Additional Information:

• The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia takes your information privacy seriously. Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia staff will only email you from the “@phil.frb.org” domain or through the Workday system “rb@myworkday.com”.  If you are initially contacted by phone, feel free to request that the caller provide you with their email address to validate their identity.  If you have any questions about the validity of someone who contacts you regarding this position, please email the Talent Acquisition team at TalentAcquisition@phil.frb.org.
• We are an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring the best candidates and to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, military service, or any other basis protected by law.
• We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job responsibilities, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at TalentAcquisition@phil.frb.org.
• All Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia employees must comply with the Bank's ethics rules, which generally prohibit employees, their spouses/domestic partners, and minor children from owning securities, such as stock, of banks or savings associations or their affiliates, such as bank holding companies and savings and loan holding companies. If you or your spouse/domestic partner or minor child own such securities and would not be willing or able to divest them if you accepted an offer of Bank employment, you should raise this issue with the Recruiter for this posting, who can provide you contact information for our ethics officer if necessary. You should review the Bank's Employee Code of Conduct to ensure compliance with conflict of interest rules and personal investment restrictions.
• Background investigations and drug testing are required for all new hires as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made. Candidates for positions deemed as "safety sensitive" will also be screened for the presence of marijuana. Employment may not begin until the Bank accepts the results of the background investigation.
•  Due to the nature of the information, you will have access to, we require that you also complete a more in-depth enhanced background screening (Peraton high).
• All employees will be subject to FBI fingerprint / criminal background and Patriot Act/ Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) watch list checks at least once every five years.
• This position requires access to confidential supervisory information and/or FOMC information, which is limited to "Protected Individuals" as defined in the U.S. federal immigration law. Protected Individuals include, but are not limited to, U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and U.S. permanent residents who either are not yet eligible to apply for naturalization or who have applied for naturalization within the requisite timeframe. Candidates who are permanent residents must sign a declaration of intent to become a U.S. citizen when eligible to do so and pursue a path to citizenship. Candidates who are not U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents may be eligible for the information access required for this position if they sign a declaration of intent to become a permanent resident and a U.S. citizen and meet other eligibility requirements. In addition, all candidates must undergo an applicable background check and comply with all applicable information handling rules.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature, level of work and the requirements of this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities associated with this position or the personnel so classified. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of this position, management reserves the right to revise this or any job description at its discretion at any time.
• The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia works two days per week onsite. Starting on September 2nd, 2025, all Bank employees will work full-time on site. By applying to this position, you agree you will be available to work on-site in a full-time capacity starting on September 2nd, 2025.
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