Senior QA Automation Engineer (SDET)

Project Description:

Our client is a leading global Financial Market data provider who runs a number of change programs to deliver high-quality software that connects Financial Markets across the globe in a real-time, high frequency, and low-latency data management chain. The projects are technically challenging in an environment that is very engaging.

The Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) team supports platforms delivery by ensuring high-quality, reliable, and scalable software solutions through modern automation testing practices. The role focuses on automated testing of integration services, APIs, reporting capabilities, and business-critical platform functionality across enterprise systems.

The environment includes SQL Server, C#.NET, Python, AWS, and CI/CD-based delivery pipelines, with strong focus on automation, AI-assisted testing, and continuous quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• :Contributes and leads testing through high-quality functional and automation test scenario
• sIdentifies, prioritises, and performs tasks in the software development lifecycl
• eDevelops tools and applications required for automation by producing clean, efficient and scalable code utilising Python-based test framework
• sAutomate tSQL Stored Procedure regression, component and unit tests using tSQLt and pytes
• tUtilise Generative AI and Machine Learning to validate and detect anomalous data, predict inefficient processes and implement automatic test case generatio
• nPerform database and process performance testing using a combination of benchmarking frameworks and AI-based anomaly and drift detectio
• nAdvocate for and implement engineering guidelines for excellence, including automation, code reviews, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD
• )Ensures high quality, reliable products through the implementation of automated regression test framework
• sCollaborates closely with business and engineering partners to deliver products, services, enhancements and solutions to meet customer needs and align with goals of the business and engineering line
• sCommunicates with clarity, precision, and influence, presenting complex information in a clear and concise format that is appropriate for the audienc
• eDrive a culture of engineering excellence through mentorship, peer reviews, and promoting standard methodologies in software automation testin
• gContinuously evaluate and enhance QA processes to improve efficiency, reduce cycle times and enhance overall product qualit

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Mandatory Skills Descriptio

• n:Over 7 years proven experience as a Software Developer in Test, designing, implementing and recording test results through automation in large-scale data intensive platfor
• msStrong experience in test case design, performing automation testing using python framewor
• ksProficiency in QA and Test Automation suites and technologies (e.g. pytest, panda
• s)Significant experience of MS-SQL or PostgreSQL, including data analysis, setup and execution of test scripts (e.g. Liquibase, Flywa
• y)Proficiency in Python required for analysis and automation of test scenari
• osExperience using AI/ML and Data Science technologies (e.g. scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyCaret, etc) for anomaly detecti
• onFamiliarity with performance, security and other non-functional testing approaches (e.g. JMeter, Apache Benchmark, k6, SQL Profiler et
• c)Prior experience of automating the business logic embedded in the back-end and middleware on C#.net / SQL Server with front end on Angular / Silverlig
• htSolid understanding of AWS cloud technologies, particularly AWS EC2, preferable knowledge of AWS Native services such as EKS, Lambda, et
• c.Proven ability to deliver high-quality, maintainable code and system
• s.Extensive experience in software engineering principles, CI/CD tools and automation process
• esStrong analytical skills and a problem-solving mentali
• tySome experience of Business and Technical Analysis, Delivery Management, and/or Emerging Technology and Governan
• ceExperience working in an agile environment with a focus on collaboration, automation, and continuous improveme
• ntExperience with Financial Markets in Equities and / or Fixed Inco

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Nice-to-Have Skills Descripti

• on:Financial services experience is preferr
• ed.Articulate, energetic person able to work alone or as part of a t
• eamExcellent attention to detail but an ability to think laterally to solve business probl
• emsExcellent interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical collaborat
• orsA passion for continuous learning and improving software engineering practi
• cesAbility to learn quickly, work under pressure and to tight deadli
• nesDemonstrated ability to mentor and grow junior engine
• ers•Creative, results driven, self-motivated and solutions orien
• tedDemonstrates a can-do attitude, exhibits self-confide