Test Optimization Principal Payments Testing & Certification Specialist

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With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

What You’ll Do

Responsible for researching and defining testing requirements that support the business plans and industry requirements, for PULSE payments processing platform and its payments partners. Provides technical guidance concerning the business implications of plans and requirements. Provides technical consulting on complex projects. Analyzes business and user needs, documents requirements, and translates them into testing artifacts. Develops test cases, executes and supports tests, creates test plans, advises and coaches team members.

How You’ll Do It

• Provides support to partners and internal teams
• Provides reports and updates to internal and external teams on the progress of testing and projects.
• Continuously learning and developing new skills in support of the function via self-learning, training and industry standards participation.
• Review test plans and coordinate testing activity.

Qualifications You’ll Need
The Basics
 

• Bachelors Business Administration and Management, Finance or Engineering
• 4+ years EMVCo related Testing and certification, Smart Card Technology or Related
• In Lieu of Education 8+ years EMVCo related Testing and certification, Smart Card Technology or Related

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by federal, state, and local laws:

• Primarily move about the work environment
• Primarily performed indoors in an office setting.
• Ability to operate office equipment such as but not limited to computer, telephone, printer, and calculator.
• Ability to communicate verbally.; Ability to communicate in written form.

Bonus Points If You Have
 

• Processing platform experience.
• Have worked for a processing platform in a testing, research or other technical role.
• Experience in Payments or related field.

Discover will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Application Deadline:

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Apr-12-2025. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Compensation:

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $91,000.00 to $153,400.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Plan

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account

• Short and Long Term Disability, Life, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurances

• Recognition Program

• Education Assistance

• Commuter Benefits

• Family Support Programs

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

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