Senior Associate, Software Engineering: Software Development Test: SDET

The Options Clearing Corporation; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment up to 2 days/週

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Technology Stipend

Generous PTO and Parental leave

401k Employer Match

Health benefits

Job summary

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) seeks an experienced software quality assurance analyst to design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks, ensuring high-quality SaaS deliveries across SAP and Clarity PPM ecosystems.

You will work with developers, project managers, and customer support to implement robust testing strategies, build automation tools, and produce clear test results and dashboards for control adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related.
• Two years of experience as a software quality assurance analyst, project engineer, or related.
• Experience building and deploying automation tools using Python and Shell scripting to streamline workflows.
• Experience with SAP and Clarity PPM for end-to-end validation.
• Familiar with SaaS platforms including HP NGQ, and tools like GitHub, JIRA, and Google Cloud.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks for regression testing.
• Collaborate with software developers, project management and customer support to ensure quality standards.
• Test Delivery Controls and report results.
• Develop dashboards and reports demonstrating control adherence.
• Create automation tools to streamline workflows and testing.

Skills

Automation tooling

Python

Shell scripting

Unit testing

SAP

Clarity PPM

Java

SAP ABAP

JUnit

TestNG

GitHub

JIRA

Google Cloud

SQL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related

Tools

SAP

Clarity PPM

GitHub

JIRA

Google Cloud

SQL

Job description

Duties

Responsible for supporting the design, development and maintenance of new and existing automation frameworks, as well as continued evaluation of test cases for inclusion in test regression, tests coverage and automation of newly implemented functionality, and development of tools to enable acceptance test efficiencies. Work closely with Software Developers, Project Management and Customer Support to form and follow quality procedures, standards and specifications ensuring they are met and deliver the highest quality projects in a timely and cost-effective manner. Assist in the testing of Delivery Controls. Examine evidence of delivery controls and reports result. Identify areas of improvements in capturing and reporting of control data. Build and deploy automation tools using Python and Shell scripting to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort and improve consistency across testing and translation processes. Perform unit testing, defect diagnosis, and end-to-end validation across integrated enterprise systems such as SAP and Clarity PPM. Gather requirements, design test strategies, and communicate key findings for SaaS-based systems including HP NGQ or similar platforms, utilizing tools such as GitHub, JIRA, and Google Cloud; debug ETL pipelines, SQL queries, and reporting processes to ensure accurate data flow and system integrity. Develop and execute automated test plans and unit test cases in Java and SAP ABAP within Agile sprint cycles, and leverage JUnit and TestNG alongside JIRA for task tracking and cross-functional collaboration. Collaborate with other groups to review control data and identify improvements in the IT delivery process and controls. Contribute to the creation of dashboards and reports demonstrating control adherence and opportunities for improvement.

Up to 40% telecommuting permitted.

Education & Experience Required

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related and two (2) years of experience as a software quality assurance analyst, project engineer, or related.

Special Skills Required

Must have work experience with each of the following: 1) Build and deploy automation tools using Python and Shell scripting to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort and improve consistency across testing and translation processes; 2) Perform unit testing, defect diagnosis, and end-to-end validation across integrated enterprise systems such as SAP and Clarity PPM; 3) Gather requirements, design test strategies, and communicate key findings for SaaS-based systems including HP NGQ or similar platforms, utilizing tools such as GitHub, JIRA, and Google Cloud; debug ETL pipelines, SQL queries, and reporting processes to ensure accurate data flow and system integrity; and 4) Develop and execute automated test plans and unit test cases in Java and SAP ABAP within Agile sprint cycles, and leverage JUnit and TestNG alongside JIRA for task tracking and cross-functional collaboration.

Salary

$86,500-$117,600

Benefits

• 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE.

OCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

OCC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, marital status, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Numerous studies have shown that people from certain groups are less likely than others to apply to jobs if they believe they do not meet 100% of the requirements. We encourage everyone to review our open positions and apply if you think your experience may be a match, even if you do not meet all of the qualifications. Your perspective may be an element we need to continue building innovative solutions to support the markets and market participants we serve.

If you need a disability related accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [e-mail].

OCC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.