What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Development Engineer in Test position at DTCC Candidate Experience Site?
Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC?
Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.
The Information Technology group delivers secure, reliable technology solutions that enable DTCC to be the trusted infrastructure of the global capital markets. The team delivers high-quality information through activities that include development of essential, building infrastructure capabilities to meet client needs and implementing data standards and governance.
Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.
The Information Technology group delivers secure, reliable technology solutions that enable DTCC to be the trusted infrastructure of the global capital markets. The team delivers high-quality information through activities that include development of essential, building infrastructure capabilities to meet client needs and implementing data standards and governance.
Pay and Benefits:
- Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
- Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
- Pension / Retirement benefits
- Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
- DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).
The Impact you will have in this role:
The Development family is responsible for creating, designing, deploying, and supporting applications, programs, and software solutions. May include research, new development, prototyping, modification, reuse, re-engineering, maintenance, or any other activities related to software products used internally or externally on product platforms supported by the firm. The software development process requires in-depth subject matter expertise in existing and emerging development methodologies, tools, and programming languages. Software Developers work closely with business partners and / or external clients in defining requirements and implementing solutions. The Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) role encompasses automation development and execution, functional, and non-functional testing. The SDET role specializes in the design, development, execution, and maintenance of automated tests to ensure the quality of software products. Partners with team members to understand software requirements and execute automated tests that validate the functionality while considering privacy and security requirements
The SDET Associate is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of Back Testing (BT) and Stress Testing (ST) Risk applications through a combination of functional testing and test automation. This role partners with development, product, and risk teams to validate scenario execution, data flows, and calculation outputs, while contributing to automated testing frameworks and continuous testing practices. The individual is expected to operate independently on test execution while continuing to grow in automation, domain knowledge, and quality engineering practices.
Your Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts to validate application functionality and data integrity.
- Perform functional, regression, and data validation testing for BT/ST workflows, including scenarios, calculations, and reporting outputs.
- Create and maintain test cases and test scenarios, ensuring traceability from requirements to execution.
- Validate large datasets using SQL and backend testing techniques across ETL pipelines and batch processes.
- Collaborate with developers and business stakeholders to understand requirements and refine test coverage.
- Track defects, support troubleshooting, and contribute to root cause analysis and resolution.
- Support continuous testing within CI/CD pipelines and adhere to SDLC, risk, and control standards.
- Contribute to building end‑to‑end business scenarios aligned with risk processes and objectives.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in software testing and/or test automation
- Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience
Talents Needed for Success:
Technical & Automation Skills
- Hands‑on experience in test automation tools/frameworks (e.g., Selenium or equivalent).
- Working knowledge of programming/scripting languages (Python, Java, or similar).
- Strong experience in SQL and database validation; familiarity with ETL/data pipeline testing.
- Exposure to CI/CD tools and version control systems (e.g., Git, Jenkins, Bitbucket).
Domain & Testing Expertise:
- Good understanding of functional and regression testing methodologies.
- Experience with data‑intensive applications and ability to validate complex outputs.
- Familiarity with Back Testing and Stress Testing concepts (preferred).
Professional Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Understanding of Agile and software development lifecycle practices.
The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.