Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

Harrington Starr; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial markets technology firm is seeking a Test Analyst to ensure the quality and reliability of trading platform releases. You'll design and execute test cases across both front-end and back-end systems while working with development and product teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in testing software systems, strong knowledge of Linux and SQL, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments. This position offers a chance to join a collaborative team delivering mission-critical systems across global markets.

Qualifications

• Experience testing complex software systems within financial markets environments.
• Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix environments and SQL databases.
• Understanding of the full software testing lifecycle and QA methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute manual and automated test cases across trading platform applications.
• Test front-end and back-end functionality across multiple environments.
• Work closely with developers and product teams to understand requirements.

Skills

Testing complex software systems

Linux/Unix knowledge

SQL databases

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Test automation frameworks

Understanding CI/CD pipelines

Experience with WebSocket-based applications

Knowledge of financial markets products

Job description

A leading financial markets technology firm is looking for a Test Analyst to join its QA team, helping ensure the quality and reliability of trading platform releases and upgrades.

Working closely with Development, Product, and Operations teams, you will be responsible for testing both front-end and back-end components of complex financial systems, ensuring high-quality releases across new features, upgrades, and bespoke client projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute manual and automated test cases across trading platform applications
• Test front-end and back-end functionality across multiple environments
• Work closely with developers and product teams to understand requirements and validate solutions
• Manage defects, track issues, and ensure fixes are properly validated before release
• Support the wider QA team in improving testing processes and expanding automation coverage

Requirements

• Experience testing complex software systems within financial markets environments
• Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix environments and SQL databases
• Understanding of the full software testing lifecycle and QA methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a structured testing approach
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within fast‑paced environments
• Experience with test automation frameworks for web applications
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automated testing environments
• Experience testing real‑time systems or WebSocket-based applications
• Knowledge of financial markets products such as equities, derivatives, or fixed income

This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative technology team delivering mission-critical trading systems used across global financial markets.