Software Development Engineer in Test

Macquarie Group; Manila; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing leave day

Parental leave

Carers leave

Volunteer leave + donation matching

Parental medical insurance

Wellbeing programs and insurance cover

Employee Assistance Program

Learning and development opportunities

Hybrid and flexible working

Work from home equipment reimbursement

Job summary

Macquarie Group is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test to design and implement automated testing for complex fintech applications. You will analyze requirements, create test plans, and develop automation solutions while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure quality before deployment.

Join a global financial services group and contribute to process improvements and increased automation, with opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative technology team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• 4 years of software testing and test automation experience in Financial Technology, with FX trading experience a plus.
• Hands-on testing in Agile/Scrum, including functional, end-to-end, regression, performance and automation testing.
• Proven experience designing and developing automation frameworks and test scripts for complex applications with multiple interfaces.
• Strong experience with Playwright and ISTQB-CTFL certification are an advantage.
• Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to lead testing activities and contribute effectively to project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Analyse requirements, design test plans and test cases, and develop automated test solutions.
• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and resolve issues before deployment.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, focusing on increasing automation and reducing manual testing efforts.

Skills

Test automation

Agile / Scrum

FinTech Testing

Automation frameworks

Playwright

ISTQB-CTFL

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Playwright

Automation frameworks

Job description

Join our dynamic and inclusive Technology Team, where you’ll collaborate with various teams and work across multiple projects, building strong partnerships that support our business objectives. You’ll have the chance to work alongside skilled automation engineers, deepening your understanding of test automation tools and Agile methodologies.

We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.

What role will you play?

As a Software Development Engineer in Test, you will be responsible for analysing requirements, designing test plans and test cases, and developing automated test solutions. Working closely with stakeholders, you will ensure that all project deliverables meet quality standards, identifying and resolving issues and defects before deployment. Additionally, you’ll contribute to process improvement initiatives, focusing on increasing automation and reducing manual testing efforts.

What You Offer

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field
• 4 years of experience in software testing and test automation experience in Financial Technology, with FX Trading experience an advantage
• Hands‑on experience testing applications within an Agile/Scrum environment, including functional, end‑to‑end, regression, performance and automation testing
• Proven experience designing and developing automation frameworks and test scripts for complex applications with multiple interfaces
• Strong experience with Playwright and ISTQB-CTFL certification are an advantage
• Excellent communication, analytical and problem‑solving skills, with demonstrated ability to lead testing activities and contribute effectively to project delivery.

We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

Benefits

At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that’s rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include:

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year
• 20 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks’ paid leave for secondary caregivers
• 5 days carers leave of immediate family members on top of annual leave
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Voluntary parental medical insurance plan for married employees
• Wellbeing benefits, sessions and events to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including a comprehensive medical and life insurance cover
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About Technology

Technology enables every aspect of Macquarie, for our people, our customers and our communities. We’re a global team that is passionate about accelerating the digital enterprise, connecting people and data, building platforms and applications and designing tomorrow’s technology solutions.

Inclusion at Macquarie

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance.

We provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an adjustment, please let us know during the application process.