Automation Software Engineer (PythonJava)

As an Automation Software Engineer (Python/Java) reporting to Director Quality Assurance youll play a critical role in delivering Nasdaqs leading trade surveillance technology helping markets stay transparent compliant and efficient on a global scale.

Youll thrive in this position if youre self-driven technically sharp and energized by solving complex problems in a fast-paced collaborative environment. Youll be part of a strong experienced team in Sydney while working closely with Nasdaq colleagues across the globe.

Key Responsibilities

• Design develop test and maintain automation systems frameworks and software tools that power our surveillance platform.

• Enhance and optimize existing software products to improve performance functionality and usability.

• Build robust scalable test automation solutions covering functional regression and performance testing.

• Identify and drive improvements to development and testing processes contributing to shared automation tooling.

• Apply deep technical expertise to make informed technology decisions that create competitive advantage for our clients and users.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.

• 8 years of experience as a software developer and/or automation engineer.

• 5 years of hands-on experience with Python and/or Java.

• Solid experience with Linux/Unix environments shell scripting and virtualized infrastructure.

• Proficiency with CI/CD tools (e.g. Jenkins) Docker Git and database technologies (PostgreSQL MongoDB).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial markets trading systems or a regulated industry.

• Familiarity with front-end technologies such as TypeScript JavaScript HTML or CSS.

• Experience with Kubernetes Puppet Jira or Bitbucket.

This position is located inSydney Australiaand offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 2 days a week in-office (may increase to 3 days in the future).

This is a permanent full-time role so candidates should have full working rights in Australia. To be eligible to apply you must have Australian citizenship or permanent residency status.

Benefits & Rewards

We offerprivate health insurance employee stock purchase plan equity grant annual bonus counseling sessions through Lyra a global mentoring program subscription to e-learning platforms fitness wellness and more.

For more information visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career Page.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives experiences and identities are valued and celebrated.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.