Position: UAT Testing Manager - LOS Implementation Duration: ContractSummary The UAT Testing Manager will lead and manage all User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities for the implementation of the newLoan Origination System (LOS) . This role is critical in ensuring the new platform and associated digital lending channels meet all business, functional, compliance requirements prior to production deployment. A strong background in financial services, LOS platforms (preferably Empower), and leading UAT in an agile or iterative environment is essential.Responsibilities 1. UAT Strategy and PlanningDevelop and Execute UAT Strategy:Design and manage a comprehensive UAT plan, strategy, and schedule for the LOS implementation across all relevant loan products (e.g., mortgage, consumer, commercial).Scope Definition:Define the UAT scope, entry/exit criteria, resource requirements (business users/SMEs), and defect management processes.Test Case Development:Oversee the creation and review of detailed, end-to-endUAT test scenarios and test casesthat validate business requirements, regulatory compliance (e.g., TRID, HMDA), and critical business workflows within Empower.Test Data Management:Coordinate the sourcing and preparation of realistic, anonymized test data in the UAT environment.2. Execution, Coordination, and Defect ManagementManage UAT Execution:Orchestrate and facilitate the daily execution of UAT activities, ensuring business users are effectively engaged and following the plan.Defect Triage and Reporting:Own the entire defect lifecycle. Lead daily defect triage meetings with Business, Development, and Vendor (Empower) teams to prioritize, assign, track resolution, and manage retesting efforts.Stakeholder Communication:Provide clear, frequent, and concise status reporting to senior management and project stakeholders on UAT progress, key risks, defect metrics, and go/no-go readiness.Go-Live Readiness:Obtain formal UAT sign-off from all relevant business owners, confirming the system is fit for purpose and ready for production deployment.Required Qualifications & Skills Experience5+ yearsof progressive experience in Software Quality Assurance and Testing, with a minimum of3 yearsin aTest Lead or UAT Managerrole.Mandatory Experience:Proven track record of successfully leading UAT for aLoan Origination System (LOS)implementation in a banking or financial services environment.LOS Platform Knowledge:Direct experience withEmpower LOS(Black Knight) is highly preferred.Technical SkillsExpertise with industry-standardTest Management and Defect Tracking tools(e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps, ALM/Quality Center).Ability to read, interpret, and validate technical and business requirements against executed test results.Familiarity with test automation concepts and how they integrate into UAT.Seniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: ContractJob function: Information TechnologyIndustries: IT Services and IT Consulting#J-18808-Ljbffr