Quality Assurance Automation Engineer/SDET

Synechron; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Opportunity to work abroad

10 paid leave days + holidays

Comprehensive insurance and retirement

Job summary

Synechron is seeking a detail-oriented SDET to join our team. You will test, develop Java components, and track bugs to ensure quality and performance of software applications in a financial services environment.

The role requires 7+ years in QA, automation with Selenium/Cucumber, Java coding, and SQL/ETL proficiency, with a focus on three-tier Java applications in a banking context. Applicants should have a CS/Engineering degree and be able to drive automation independently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on Java/Python coding and Selenium, Cucumber automation testing.
• Strong experience writing SQL queries and in ETL.
• Ability to resolve automation issues independently and drive automation tasks.
• Explain and implement optimized framework features per client needs.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in QA with proven testing experience.
• 7+ years of experience implementing QA strategies.
• Automation testing expertise.
• Experience with Selenium, Java, and Cucumber.
• Experience with Linux/UNIX environments.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively.
• Understand SQA processes and SDLC and apply them.
• Experience using Quality Center and Jira.
• Experience testing Java-based three-tier applications.
• Experience in high-volume financial exchange systems; banking domain a plus.

Skills

QA strategies

Automation testing

Selenium

Java

Cucumber

Python

Linux/UNIX

Jira

Quality Center

SQL queries

ETL

Three-tier apps

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

NOSQL databases

Hadoop

Big data

Job description

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17000, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced SDET to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for testing, developing java components, and tracking the bugs and ensure the quality and performance of software application.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors.

In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $80K to $100K/year & benefits (see below).

The Role:

Responsibilities:

• Proficient in IT industry with proven experience in QA.
• 7+ Years of experience in implementing QA strategies.
• Experience in Automation testing.
• Extensive experience using Cucumber, Selenium, Java
• Good in coding in Java, Java scripting and component development.
• Experience with Linux/UNIX environment.
• Ability to prioritize and multi task is critical.
• Understanding of SQA processes and methodologies as well as how to implement them throughout the SDLC.
• Experience using Quality Center and Jira and other tools.
• Experience testing Java-based three-tier applications deployed.
• Experience testing high volume financial exchange systems, particularly clearing applications, a plus.
• Should be having good Banking, finance domain experience.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Good handson Java/Python coding and Selenium, Cucumber automation testing
• Strong experience writing SQL queries and in ETL.
• Ideal candidate should be able to resolve automation related issues, there is no help from any other project member.
• Candidate should be able to implement framework feature if client wants to add it to the existing framework.
• Candidate should be able to drive the automation tasks himself.
• Should be in a position to explain what can be the best/optimized solution/code.

Preferred, but not required:

• Work experience in Java development in prior experience is plus
• Experience in trading and banking, finance domain.
• Good exposure various database NOSQL, Hadoop, Big data.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.