Principal, Software Engineering: Software Development Test (SDET)

OCC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 159,000 - 263,000; Full time

Job summary

OCC is seeking a Principal Software Engineer (SDET) to join their Renaissance Integration and Testing team, responsible for leading both manual and automated integration testing at a program level. The role requires a strong technical background in testing, collaboration within an Agile environment, and the ability to manage system releases while ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Technology Stipend

Generous PTO and Parental leave

401k Employer Match

Competitive health benefits

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience with automation technologies.
• Experience in financial services or capital markets.
• Strong technical background in systems development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integration test strategies.
• Lead manual and automated integration testing.
• Manage Ovation system releases and communicate status.

Skills

Testing and QA automation

Customer orientation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Agile teamwork

Education

Undergraduate Degree

Tools

Gherkin

Cucumber

Selenium

SQL

Python

Job description

What You'll Do

We are looking for an individual to join the Renaissance Integration and Testing team as Principal, Software Engineering: Software Development Test (SDET), to lead the manual and automated integration testing at the program level.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.

• Develop and execute integration test strategy for assigned products

• Develop and execute test plans, develop test automation

• Lead the testing and automation function in collaboration with other team members

• Execute test plans and prepare clearly documented results, demonstrate the results to the product teams and management

• Review release notes of delivered functionality and create test plans focused on integration tests

• Work with the product teams on resolution of any outstanding issues within the release and post-release

• Categorize issues based on severity, clearing documents details of the issues in the tracking system

• Develop and execute functional and non-functional testing plans

• Keep track of open issues and retest closed issues.

• Provide direction to the other team members for testing integrated systems.

• Build new automation capabilities for integration testing, reconciliation testing, and data testing.

• Partner with internal business users and stakeholders to prioritize and develop requirements and testing for implementing new features and functionality including, but not limited to, Risk Platform applications.

• Manage Ovation system releases, identifying impact and enhancement opportunities, and communicating appropriately

• Support regression testing and introduction of required changes as new releases are introduced

• Provide support for the Ovations systems including, but not limited to, research and resolution of system issues, user support, and scheduled activities

• Create and maintain reports for ongoing business needs

• Lead day-to-day activities and delivery schedule of implementation partners engaged for various initiatives, when applicable

• Build upon/maintain professional relationships with key colleagues and vendors to ensure that the services and solutions provided meet the current and future needs of OCC

• Manage and communicate status reports and other key metrics

• Maintain documentation and process related requirements

• Assist with compliance and regulatory related activities

• Perform other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Qualifications:

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.

• Strong testing and QA automation background

• Strong technical background

• Strong customer orientation and excellent communication skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, confidential environment

• Understanding of systems development life cycle (SDLC), including proven experience in implementing software applications

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Must maintain high level of confidentiality and professionalism

• Consistent in performance and practices ethical, professional behavior

• Experience operating within an Agile delivery team

• Work well independently, yet is cooperative in working with team members

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in test automation tools – like Gherkin, Cucumber, Selenium, or other automation frameworks.

• API and high-volume data testing experience

• Development of data testing and transformation tools

• Programming in Python, Java, other programming languages

• Strong data experience including SQL, databases

• Streaming and event driven system experience a plus.

• Message queuing and event sourcing tools like IBM MQ, Kafka

• Proficiency with MS word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Visio is preferred

• Experience with implementing and configuring business processes

• Deep understanding of data and structure, reporting, dashboards, strongly preferred

• Experience with Security testing preferred

• Clearing and Risk systems functional expertise and familiarity with technical offerings such as integrations and Core Connectors is preferred

Education and/or Experience:

• Undergraduate Degree (or equivalent)

• Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience working with manual and automation technologies as an expert with a clear understanding of core practices, processes, and terminology

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience implementing, enhancing, and supporting integration testing to address business problems and requirements in multiple functional areas

• Minimum of two (2) year of experience in financial services or capital markets

Certificates or Licenses:

• None

About Us

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.

Benefits

A highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to encourage work-life balance and employee wellness. Some of these components include:

• A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote work
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely
• Generous PTO and Parental leave
• 401k Employer Match
• Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision

Visit https://www.theocc.com/careers/thriving-together for more information.

Compensation

• The salary range listed for any given position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. If hired at OCC, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors such as skills, experience and/or education.
• In addition, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
• We typically do not hire at the maximum of the range in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a substantial benefits package as noted on www.theocc.com/careers
• All employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Discretionary bonuses are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, company and individual performance and are not guaranteed.

Salary Range

$159,500.00 - $262,200.00

Incentive Range

23% to 30%

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award, for which the target range is listed above (see Incentive Range). The amount of such award, if any, will be based on various factors, including without limitation, both individual and company performance.

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OCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer