Senior AI/ML Test Architect – Banking & Wealth Management
Location: Basel, Switzerland
Company: Swiss Himmel GmbH is looking for a Senior AI/ML Test Architect for a full-time role in Basel, Switzerland.
Position Overview
We are seeking an exceptional Senior AI/ML Test Architect with deep expertise in the banking domain to lead the next generation of AI-powered testing solutions. This role requires a unique combination of extensive Swiss banking knowledge, advanced automation expertise, and cutting-edge AI/ML capabilities. The ideal candidate will architect autonomous testing ecosystems that transform traditional QA into intelligent, self-learning systems.
Key Responsibilities
- AI & ML Innovation (40%)
- Design and develop multi-agent AI systems for autonomous testing using enterprise frameworks.
- Architect intelligent testing swarms with agent-to-agent communication protocols.
- Implement ML-powered predictive analytics for defect prevention and risk mitigation.
- Build NLP-based solutions for requirement analysis and automated test generation.
- Create real-time visualization dashboards using modern JavaScript libraries for service mesh monitoring.
- Develop self-learning testing ecosystems achieving industry-leading coverage metrics.
- Banking Domain Leadership (30%)
- Lead comprehensive testing strategies across Wealth Management and Banking verticals.
- Ensure compliance with banking regulations (Basel III, FINMA, ISO 20022, PCI-DSS).
- Validate complex financial instruments, portfolio management systems, and trading platforms.
- Design test scenarios for client-facing document validations, regulatory reporting, and compliance checks.
- Navigate legacy system challenges and integration architecture in Swiss banking ecosystems.
- Oversee testing for enterprise-scale microservices in banking operations.
- Technical Architecture & Automation (20%)
- Build scalable test automation frameworks supporting multiple protocols and technologies.
- Implement sophisticated CI/CD pipelines with enterprise DevOps tools.
- Design microservices testing strategies for distributed architectures.
- Develop end-to-end automation solutions across technology stack.
- Create comprehensive API testing frameworks for financial services.
- Architect cloud-native testing solutions with auto-scaling capabilities.
- Strategic Leadership & Innovation (10%)
- Drive organizational test transformation through AI/ML adoption.
- Collaborate with C-level executives on testing strategy and roadmap.
- Serve as technical authority for complex testing challenges.
- Mentor teams on emerging technologies and best practices.
- Lead innovation initiatives and proof-of-concepts.
- Establish testing centers of excellence.
Required Qualifications
Domain Expertise (Mandatory)
- 15+ years in Swiss banking with significant exposure to private and investment banking systems.
- Deep expertise in private banking and wealth management platforms.
- Investment banking systems and workflows.
- Core banking systems and operations.
- Risk management and compliance frameworks.
- Swiss regulatory landscape and reporting requirements.
- Banking integration and migration projects.
- Mission-critical financial applications.
- Expert understanding of banking products, instruments, and operations.
Technical Skills
- AI/ML Capabilities:
- Multi-agent systems design and implementation.
- Machine learning algorithms (supervised/unsupervised learning, ensemble methods).
- Deep learning and neural networks.
- Natural language processing and text analytics.
- Computer vision for document processing.
- Predictive modeling and statistical analysis.
- Test Automation Expertise:
- Programming Languages:
- Python: Advanced proficiency with pytest, unittest, Robot Framework.
- Java: Strong experience with TestNG, JUnit, REST Assured.
- JavaScript/TypeScript: Expertise in modern frameworks and testing libraries.
- SQL: Complex query optimization and database testing.
- API & Web Services Testing:
- REST API automation using Postman, REST Assured, requests library.
- SOAP/XML services testing with SoapUI, Groovy scripting.
- GraphQL testing frameworks.
- Microservices testing patterns (contract testing, service virtualization).
- Performance testing with JMeter, Gatling, or similar tools.
- UI Automation:
- Selenium WebDriver with Page Object Model design patterns.
- Playwright, Cypress for modern web applications.
- Mobile testing with Appium.
- Cross-browser and cross-platform testing strategies.
- Enterprise Tools:
- HP UFT/QTP for legacy system testing.
- Tosca for model-based testing.
- IBM Rational tools suite experience.
- DevOps & Cloud:
- Container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).
- Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
Professional Certifications
- Required:
- Certified in AI/ML from recognized institutions.
- ISTQB Advanced Level or equivalent.
- Agile certifications (SAFe, Scrum Master, or similar).
- Preferred:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect or equivalent cloud certification.
- Certified in specific automation tools (Selenium, UFT, Tosca).
- Banking domain certifications.
- Security testing certifications (ethical hacking, application security).
Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will bring:
- A proven innovation track record with measurable business impact.
- Experience leading large-scale testing transformations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts for business audiences.
- A passion for emerging technologies and continuous learning.
What Makes This Role Unique
- Pioneer AI-driven testing transformation within the banking sector.
- Work with cutting-edge AI agent technologies and autonomous systems.
- Direct impact on systems serving millions of banking customers globally.
- Opportunity to shape industry standards for AI in financial services testing.
- Access to enterprise-scale challenges and resources.
Why Join Us
- Work on transformational projects at the intersection of AI and banking.
- Collaborate with global teams of experts.
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and unlimited learning opportunities.
- Competitive compensation package with Swiss banking standards.
- Innovation-focused culture with support for research and development.
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.