T24 Upgrade Project Lead(Core Banking System)

T24 Upgrade Project LeadThis role supports a major core banking system upgrade project for a Mexico-based entity, involving the migration and enhancement of Temenos 24. While the basic design phase has been completed, quality concerns remain in upstream deliverables, requiring oversight and validation. The position focuses on design review, quality assurance, and test leadership. The candidate will play a key role in ensuring deliverable quality and driving testing activities across the project. Hands-on experience with T24 upgrade projects and a strong background in leading testing phases are essential for success in this role.Key Responsibilities:Review and validate design documents based on T24 expertiseIdentify quality issues and provide actionable feedback to improve deliverablesSupport overall project governance from client perspectiveCoordinate with vendor and related system teams to resolve issues and risksLead UAT preparation, including:Test strategy and test plan developmentTest case review and alignment with business requirementsDefect management and trackingFacilitate communication between business, IT, and vendor teamsProactively drive issue resolution and ensure project milestones are metRequired Qualifications & Skills:Hand-on experience with Temenos T24, including version upgradesProven experience in leading testing phase (UAT/Test Lead) in core banking projectsStrong understanding of T24 modules such as:DepositsPaymentsAccountingCIFFeesCMSLimitsExperience reviewing design and technical documents for quality assuranceStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsAbility to coordinate across multiple teams (vendor, client, offshore/onshore)Preferred Qualifications:Prior experience in Latin America banking projects (especially Mexico)Experience in core banking transformation programsPMO or similar project management certifications is a plus