Overview:Responsible for coordinating and consulting with application owners and/or other Business Systems personnel on application changes to implement new products and services and/or meet internal/external customer needs. Completes various system testing activities not covered by other teams such as clients completing User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Writes and executes test cases for assigned applications or systems.Primary Responsibilities:
Under guidance, prepare functional specifications for assigned projects, test plans, test cases and execution of test cases.
Under guidance, assist in research analysis ensuring functional design of assigned projects is accurate.
Meet with business client to discuss requested application changes related to an enterprise-wide or business initiative, compliance/regulatory requirement, required system change due to contractual agreement or system maintenance (business as usual [BAU]) ensuring a thorough understanding of specifications for assigned applications. Develop and write routine specifications for applications associated with basic to moderately complex level projects; review and revise specifications with client until agreement and signoff are achieved.
Review business requirements with Technology team to ensure understanding of project requirements. Prepare test plans and scripts based on functional specifications. Manage and execute test cases verifying changes/enhancements work and perform as expected and required.
Assist in integrated testing as required to identify any application issues prior to changes being put into production.
Monitor functional specifications and change requests to ensure project stays within scope and meets regulatory requirements, while ensuring adherence to business requirements and Corporate Technology standards. Ensure the Bank process and documentation is followed to ensure adherence to Corporate Technology standards and regulatory requirements.
Participate in resolving issues arising from testing or implementation to ensure expected performance.
Participate in post-implementation follow-up by getting feedback from application owners and resolving any issues resulting from implementation of application changes.
Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
Complete other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Required:Combined minimum of 3 years' higher education and/or operational/business analytics experienceProficiency with personal computersDemonstrated problem solving skillsEducation and Experience Preferred:Bachelor's degreeSuccessful performance in Technology InternshipAbility to effectively use word processing and spreadsheet applications.Understanding of the Bank’s application framework.Familiarity with application development software and hardware platforms.Proven verbal and written communication skills.Proven organization skillsProven time management skillsProven lateral thinking skills.Proven problem-solving skillsDetail-orientedM&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $29.39 - $48.98 Hourly (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.LocationBridgeport, Connecticut, United States of AmericaM&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans.