SDET UI,API,Db (heavy SQL) (3723) Dal or NJ

Dexian; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexian seeks a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) within IT FinSight Delivery to design, develop, and execute scalable testing solutions ensuring quality, reliability, and performance of mission-critical platforms across Financial Risk Management, Treasury, and Fixed Income Clearing.

This role blends strong software engineering with testing expertise to drive an automation-first quality engineering strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of experience in software testing, automation, or quality engineering.
• Strong programming skills in Java, Python, or similar object-oriented language.
• Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks (Selenium or equivalent).
• Proficiency in SQL and data validation techniques.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with tools such as JIRA, Micro Focus ALM, Git, Bitbucket, Jenkins.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test strategies aligned to requirements and user stories.
• Build and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts (UI, API, backend).
• Develop and execute end-to-end, integration, regression, and performance tests.
• Write and optimize complex SQL queries for data validation.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure test coverage across code.
• Manage test data and environments for diverse scenarios.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket).
• Analyze test results and report quality metrics clearly.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote quality engineering culture.

Skills

Automation testing

Java/Python

SQL data validation

Agile & DevOps

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer science or related field

Tools

Selenium

Jenkins

Git/Bitbucket

JIRA

Micro Focus ALM

Job description

The Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) within IT FinSight Delivery is responsible for designing, developing, and executing scalable testing solutions that ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of mission-critical platforms across Financial Risk Management, Treasury, and Fixed Income Clearing.
This role blends strong software engineering skills with deep testing expertise to drive an automation-first quality engineering strategy. You will partner closely with developers, product owners, and DevOps teams to embed testing early in the development lifecycle and enable continuous delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test strategies aligned to business requirements and user stories
• Build and maintain robust automated test frameworks and scripts (UI, API, and backend) using Selenium and Java
• Develop and execute end-to-end, integration, regression, and performance test scenarios
• Write and optimize complex SQL queries to validate data integrity and backend processes
• Work with developers to pick up code logic and ensure comprehensive test coverage
• Test data management - Create and maintain test data to handle various test scenarios including corner test cases
• Ensure traceability from requirements through test cases to automation coverage
• Ability to work in cross functional agile teams and contribute to process improvement
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks, resolve defects, and improve quality outcomes
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket) to enable continuous testing
• Analyze test results, track defects, and provide clear, actionable reporting on quality metrics
• Manage test environments, test data, and dependencies to ensure smooth execution cycles
• Drive best practices in quality engineering, automation, and test design across team
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building a strong quality engineering culture
• Ensure adherence to risk and control frameworks, regulatory, and compliance requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in computer science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• 3+ years of experience in software testing, automation, or quality engineering
• Strong programming skills in Java, Python, or similar object-oriented language
• Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks (Selenium or equivalent)
• Proficiency in SQL and data validation techniques
• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices
• Familiarity with tools such as JIRA, Micro Focus ALM, Git, Bitbucket, Jenkins
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies

Key Skills & Competencies

• Automation-first mindset with a focus on scalability and maintainability
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global delivery model
• Effective communication with both technical and business stakeholders
• Knowledge of UI and backend testing strategies
• Experience with test frameworks, CI/CD integration, and modern QA practices
• Understanding of testing types: smoke, regression, functional, and non-functional testing
• Preferred: Experience in Capital Markets / Financial Services domain

Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority‑owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting‑edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support.

Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory‑changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. To learn more, please visit https://dexian.com/.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.