Software Engineer In Test

PEAK6 InsurTech; Northern Ireland; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fintech is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test II to join their team. This role involves developing a full stack solution for modernizing the securities lending application. The ideal candidate will have experience in software development, a passion for technology, and the ability to collaborate effectively. The company offers a robust benefits package, including flexible working hours and a modern office environment.

Benefits

28 days of annual leave

10 Northern Ireland national holidays

training and development budget

pension matched up to 7%

private health insurance

life insurance

flexible working hours

monthly catered lunches

unlimited drinks and snacks

hackathon events

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in software testing or development.
• Proven experience in at least one modern language (Golang OR Java).
• Experience with test automation frameworks and tools.

Responsibilities

• Owns the end-to-end development of new features/tools.
• Build resilient, self-scaling, self-healing services.
• Collaborate with engineers and other teams to elevate technology.

Skills

collaboration

problem solving

passion for technology

Education

BA, BS, MS in Computer Science

Tools

Google Cloud Platform

Amazon Web Services

Kubernetes

Docker

React.js

TypeScript

Job description

Apex Fintech Solutions (AFS) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by processing millions of transactions daily, to simplify, automate, and facilitate access to financial markets for all. Our robust suite of fintech solutions enables us to support clients such as Stash, Betterment, SoFi, and Webull, and more than 20 million of our clients' customers.

Collectively, AFS creates an environment in which companies with the biggest ideas in fintech are empowered to change the world. As a global organization, we have offices in Austin, Dallas, Chicago, New York, Portland, Belfast, and Manila.

If you are seeking a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment where you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, and you have the guts to change everything, this is the place for you.

AFS has received a number of prestigious industry awards, including:

2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 Best Wealth Management Company - presented by Fintech Breakthrough Awards

2021 Most Innovative Companies - presented by Fast Company

2021 Best API & Best Trading Technology - presented by Global Fintech Awards

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Software Development Engineer in Test II (SDET) –
Securities Lending

This is an incredible opportunity for a Software Development Engineer in Test to join
Apex's Engineering team. As a SDET you will work closely with other engineers, tech
leads, product managers, and architects to build the next generation version of
Apex Securities Lending system. The Software Development Engineer in Test will be
an integral part of our team supporting the technology organization in a
transformation toward a highly scalable and resilient system. In this role you will be
responsible for developing a full stack solution in modernizing the securities lending
application.
We're looking for someone who:

• Is experienced and introspective. You have experience developing software products and services across a variety of tools, frameworks, and environments. You recognize your strengths and also know when to reach out for help
• Is passionate. You have a genuine passion for solving interesting technology problems with creative and simple solutions.
• Is pragmatic. You'd rather deliver a 40% solution in 2 weeks than an 80% solution in six
• Is collaborative. You're excited to work with fellow engineers, but also know

how to partner across departments to get things done

• Wants to make an impact. You're looking to do amazing work. You're all about using technology to improve the customer experience and affect the company's bottom line, but also want to mentor and coach those within your team

What you will do all day:

• Owns the end-to-end development of new features/tools including design, documentation, implementation, and testing of securities lending applications in GCP
• Build resilient, self-scaling, self-healing services that allow you to sleep through the night.
• Support the production systems on prem (legacy) and GCP which includes build, deployment (CI/CD), and monitoring (Datadog, PagerDuty).
• Deliver high quality code by following coding standards, performing code reviews and ensuring test coverage at all levels.
• Collaborate with engineers and other teams to elevate technology, follow agile ceremonies and consistently apply best practices.
• Be a self-starter, capable of solving ambiguous and challenging technical problems with wide scope.
• Assess existing processes and identify opportunity for improvement

A few reasons why you might love us:

• We're a leader in the space. Apex is recognised for disrupting the financial services industry, enabling fintech standouts like Stash and Betterment.
• We've got an amazing track record of success and we foster ongoing innovation. So you get all the benefits of a proven, growing company, while enjoying a very entrepreneurial culture
• We see tech differently. You'll work with people who are leaders in the tech industry. We are passionate engineers dedicated to finding new and different ways to use technology to solve our customers' problems.
• Your work will have an immediate impact. You'll be able to see your direct impact on our tech department and with our clients. You won't be just another talented engineer chained to a desk slinging lines of code.

The skills you’ll need to succeed:

• BA, BS, MS in Computer Science, Engineering or related technology field.
• 2-4 years of experience in software testing or development
• Proven experience in at least one modern language (Golang OR Java).
• Experience using and/or designing with RESTful APIs / gRPC
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform / Amazon Web Services is required.
• Skilled at creating comprehensive test plans with detailed scenarios and
• acceptance criteria.
• Experience with test automation frameworks and tools
• Experience with performance, security, or load testing
• Familiarity with database systems and SQL
• Experience with Kubernetes and/or Docker is a plus.
• Experience with React.js, TypeScript preferred

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Our Rewards

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including a market-leading salary with an annual bonus, 28 days of annual leave plus 10 Northern Ireland national holidays, a training and development budget, and a pension matched up to 7%. Our benefits also cover private health insurance for medical, dental, and optical care, and life insurance. We emphasize work-life balance with flexible working hours, parental leave, a modern city center office, and a hybrid work schedule that allows for greater flexibility by partially working from home. Additional perks include monthly catered lunches, unlimited drinks and snacks, hackathon events, poker tournaments, and a charitable matching gift program.

EEO Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

Disability Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please submit your request via the Candidate Accommodation Requests Form . We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.

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