Lead, SW Quality Eng

ntrs; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust, Pune Office, seeks an experienced QA Automation Engineer to strengthen automated testing across UI, API, and microservices. You will design, implement, and maintain robust automation suites and contribute to DevOps driven delivery cycles.

A strong Java, Selenium, and CI/CD background is essential, with collaboration across BAs, Architects and Developers. The role targets professionals with 7–12 years of experience, a BE/BTech, and a passion for scalable test solutions in

Qualifications

• 7–12 years of relevant experience in QA automation
• BE/BTech or equivalent technical degree required
• Strong automation testing background with Java ecosystems

Responsibilities

• Contribute to product quality via testing innovations and process improvement
• Understand project/program high-level business workflows
• Design & manage technical proof-of-concept and feasibility studies
• Develop/Execute/Maintenance of Automation Suite
• Promote and support CI/CD pipeline implementation
• Develop & extend test automation frameworks for UI, API & microservices
• Collaborate with BAs, Architects & Developers to design testable applications

Skills

Java

Selenium

LeanFT

TestNG

Eclipse/IntelliJ

SQL

Web Services

DevOps

Education

BE/BTech

Tools

Bamboo/Jenkins

Maven/Gradle

Git/Bitbucket

Job description

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world's most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Major Duties

1. Contribute to product quality via testing innovations and process improvement
2. Understand project/program high-level business workflows
3. Contribute to Technical roadmaps & plans for implementing project/program test strategies
4. Design & manage technical proof-of-concept and feasibility studies
5. Determining the root cause of defects & issues
6. Develop/Execute/Maintenance of Automation Suite
7. Enhance Automation libraries for continuous improvement
8. Ensure that design for automated tests includes:
   • Modularization for code reusability
   • Parameterization for data driven capability
   • Robustness
   • Scalability and flexibility
   • Optimized number of maintenance points
   • Organization of modules and data for ease of maintenance
9. Promote and support implementation of automated CI/CT/CD pipeline
10. Develop & extend test automation frameworks for UI, Micro services & API
11. Facilitate automated, on-demand test automation metrics
12. Ensure automated tests are run early & often providing quick feedback to the team
13. Collaborate with BAs, Architects & Developers in designing testable applications
14. Seek stakeholder feedback via test automation demos

Knowledge

• Expert in Java, Selenium, Lean FT, TestNG, Eclipse/IntelliJ
• Strong knowledge of scripting language Java & JavaScript/Python/C#.NET
• Excellent knowledge of SDLC and Agile development practices
• Proficient in SQL
• Proficient in Web Services
• Hands on Experience in DevOps/CICD toolset - Bamboo/Jenkins, Maven/Gradle, Git/ BitBucket
• Contribution to the Enterprise level Automation Framework
• Facilitate automated, on-demand test automation metrics
• Working knowledge of TDD/BDD and Framework (Cucumber/JBehave)
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Both attention to detail & ability to rise above details to see broader implications & recommend strategic solutions
• Multi-task in a continually changing environment
• Self-starter, positive & adaptable
• Should be able to communicate well with technical and business partners

Experience

• 7 to 12 years of relevant experience.
• B.E/B.Tech Graduate
• Quality Engineering Certifications (not mandatory, but good to have): DevOps, SAFe Agilist, ITIL

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.

Philanthropy

Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust's history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail] , or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

About Our Pune Office

The Northern Trust Pune office, established in 2016, is now home to over 3,000 employees. The office handles various functions, including Operations for Asset Servicing and Wealth Management, as well as delivering critical technology solutions that support business operations across the globe.

Our Pune team takes our commitment to service to heart. In 2024, they volunteered more than 10,000+ hours into the communities where they live and work. Learn more.