Lead Automation Tester

SimCorp; Warsaw (IN); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work model

Healthcare package

Multisport card

Life insurance

Travel insurance

Career development

Job summary

SimCorp in Warsaw is seeking a Lead Automation Tester to join the Testing Services Delivery Unit. You will investigate complex business requirements, design and execute test cases, and support incident management and reporting of test results, contributing to high-quality testing within Configuration and Upgrade projects.

The role requires 5+ years in software testing, strong C# and UI/API automation skills, scripting, and familiarity with BDD and Agile practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software testing and test automation experience.
• Proficiency in C# and test automation tools.
• Scripting experience in Bash, Python and PowerShell.
• Strong UI and Web API test automation knowledge.
• Experience with API testing tools like Postman/Insomnia.
• Git workflows, branching, PRs and code reviews.
• Familiar with BDD (Gherkin/SpecFlow).
• Regex for test data validation and log analysis.
• Understanding STLC and Agile processes.
• Fluent English (B2+/C1).

Responsibilities

• Investigate complex business requirements, design and execute test cases.
• Support incident management and report test results.
• Deliver high-quality testing services within Upgrade projects.

Skills

C# programming

Test automation

Bash scripting

Python scripting

PowerShell scripting

UI test automation

Web API testing

Postman

Git workflows

Gherkin SpecFlow

Regex

STLC

Agile

English fluency

Finance domain

Education

Computer Science

Finance background

Tools

Postman

Insomnia

Job description

WHAT MAKES US, US

Join some of the most innovative thinkers in FinTech as we lead the evolution of financial technology. If you are an innovative, curious, collaborative person who embraces challenges and wants to grow, learn and pursue outcomes with our prestigious financial clients, say Hello to SimCorp! At its foundation, SimCorp is guided by our values – caring, customer success-driven, collaborative, curious, and courageous. Our people-centered organization focuses on skills development, relationship building, and client success. We take pride in cultivating an environment where all team members can grow, feel heard, valued, and empowered. If you like what we’re saying, keep reading!

WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT TO US

At SimCorp, we help some of the world’s largest financial institutions simplify their investments, accounting, and operational processes. We’re looking for Lead Automation Tester to join our Warsaw team in the Testing Services Delivery Unit – cross-located teams that deliver high-quality testing services embedded in Configuration and Upgrade projects within Global Managed Services. In this role, you will investigate complex business requirements, design and execute test cases, and support incident management and reporting of test results.

WHAT WE VALUE

• 5+ years of experience in software testing and test automation
• Practical programming experience, primarily in C# or strong tech‑savviness
• Scripting experience (e.g., Bash, Python, and/or PowerShell)
• Strong knowledge of UI and Web API test automation frameworks
• Experience with API testing tools such as Postman and Insomnia
• Experience with version control workflows, including branching strategies, pull requests, and code reviews (Git)
• Understanding BDD principles and ability to write and maintain test scenarios (Gherkin, SpecFlow/Reqnroll)
• Hands‑on experience using regular expressions (Regex) for test data validation, pattern matching, and log analysis
• Practical knowledge of the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC)
• Strong analytical judgment and translating complexity into clear direction
• Openness for collaboration and knowledge‑sharing
• Focusing on continuous improvement with a growth‑oriented, forward‑looking mindset
• Adapting easily to change and operates with flexibility in dynamic environments
• Communicating with clarity, authority, and strong consulting presence
• Experience working in an Agile environment with Agile project management tools.
• Domain knowledge in investment banking and accounting highly welcome
• Educational background in Computer Science, STEM, Finance, or a related field
• Fluency in English (min. B2+ or C1)
• Nice to have Azure DevOps. Understanding the application development lifecycle. Experience creating and maintaining test plans.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Our hiring process can include several stages. Initial conversation with Talent Acquisition Partner. Technical interview. Feedback and final offer. Onboarding: during your first month, you’ll participate in the SimCorp Product Learning Academy, concluded with an exam.

BENEFITS

• Flexible working hoursand hybrid model - 2 days in the office, 3 days remote
• Modern office (next to Wilanowska metro station) with quiet zones and ergonomic workstations
• Base salary with annual bonus structure
• Holiday allowance upon a 2-week vacation
• Occasional remote work across Poland and international options available (up to 24 days domestic, 20 days international per year - subject to internal policy)
• Employer-paid Medicover Platinum healthcare package (employee-paid family upgrade available)
• Multisport card with 75% employer contribution
• Unum group life insurance (employee-paid upgrade available)
• Medicover travel insurance for private trips and global business travel insurance
• Possibility to join Deutsche Börse Group Share Plan (eligible after 1 year)
• Possibility to develop your career in an international environment
• Professional training and courses provided by SimCorp Integration events, volunteering initiatives and employee-led clubs
• Compensation ranges are being disclosed at the initial stage of candidate engagement.

WHO WE ARE

For over 50 years, we have worked closely with investment and asset managers to become the world’s leading provider of integrated investment management solutions. We are 4,000+ colleagues with a broad range of nationalities, education, professional experiences, ages, and backgrounds in general. SimCorp is an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group. Following the recent merger with Axioma, we leverage the combined strength of our brands to provide an industry‑leading, full, front‑to‑back offering for our clients. SimCorp is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culture where diverse perspectives and expertise are integrated in our everyday work. We believe in the continual growth and development of our employees, so that we can provide best‑in‑class solutions to our clients. #LI-Hybrid SimCorp is a leading provider of investment management solutions to the world’s largest asset managers, fund managers, asset servicers, pension and insurance funds, wealth managers, banks and sovereign wealth funds. Here you will get to work with skilled and supportive colleagues. We are more than 2500+ employees from 70+ nationalities dedicated to supporting our 300+ clients across the globe. We celebrate multiple approaches and points of view, together we’re building a culture where difference is valued. You will be part of a success story and a company that continues to grow, offering a lot of challenging and interesting opportunities.