QA Automation Lead

We are

At Synechron we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechrons progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence Consulting Digital Cloud & DevOps Data and Software Engineering servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models Digital Underwriting mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20 years our company has been honored with multiple employer awards recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about Synechron has a global workforce of 14500 and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking an experienced QA Automation Lead with deep expertise in capital markets to lead our quality assurance automation initiatives. The ideal candidate will drive the automation strategy mentor testing teams and ensure the delivery of high-quality reliable trading and financial systems.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other accordance with law the base salary for this role if filled within Tampa FL is$90k - $100k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Design develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for complex Prime Brokerage trading systems including order management trade execution clearing and settlement.
• Develop and maintain robust and scalable automation frameworks and scripts using Java Selenium and Rest Assured for both UI and API testing.
• Perform functional regression integration and user acceptance testing across various platforms.
• Conduct testing in Unix/Linux environments including shell scripting for log analysis process monitoring and data validation.
• Collaborate closely with development product management and business teams to understand requirements identify potential risks and ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Analyze and report defects track their lifecycle and verify fixes.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) advocating for quality processes and best practices.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes tools and methodologies.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in Quality Assurance with a strong focus on automation.
• Domain Expertise (Minimum 3 years): Proven experience in Prime Brokerage Capital Markets or Financial Trading domains. Understanding of concepts such as equity fixed income derivatives trade lifecycle trade reconciliation is highly desirable.
• Java (Minimum 5 years): Strong proficiency in Java programming for automation script development.
• Selenium WebDriver (Minimum 5 years): Extensive experience in designing developing and maintaining UI automation frameworks and test scripts using Selenium.
• Rest Assured (Minimum 3 years): Hands-on experience with API automation testing using Rest Assured for RESTful web services.
• Functional Testing: Demonstrated ability to perform thorough functional testing identify edge cases and design comprehensive test scenarios.
• Unix/Linux Testing (Minimum 3 years): Solid experience with Unix/Linux commands shell scripting log analysis and file system navigation for testing and troubleshooting Optional.
• Experience with test management tools (e.g. JIRA).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g. Git).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred but not required:

• Experience with BDD frameworks (e.g. Cucumber BDD).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g. Jenkins GitLab Cl).
• Understanding of SQL and database testing.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. ISTQB).

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical dental vision life insurance and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities focused on skills substantive knowledge and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the worlds leading tier-one banks financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse fun-loving and global work culture.

SYNECHRONS DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds race ethnicities religion age marital status gender sexual orientations or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements mentoring internal mobility learning and development programs and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to the applicants gender gender identity sexual orientation race ethnicity disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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