Senior QA Engineering Lead – Test Automation & AI QE

Northern Trust

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 114,700 - 194,900

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package
Discretionary bonus program
Flexible work culture
Philanthropic opportunities

Job summary

Northern Trust in Chicago, IL is seeking a Principal, Quality Engineering, to lead quality engineering initiatives. Candidates should have 14–18 years of experience, with at least 8 years in quality engineering and experience in leading teams. The role emphasizes innovation in test automation and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The successful candidate will help drive product quality and process improvement, while also mentoring junior SDETs and ensuring compliance with best practices. Offering a robust salary range and comprehensive benefits package, Northern Trust fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

  • 14–18 years of overall experience with at least 8 years in quality engineering.
  • 5–8 years of experience implementing test automation.
  • 5–8 years of experience leading teams.

Responsibilities

  • Provide thought leadership and mentoring for test automation.
  • Advance product quality via testing innovations and process improvement.
  • Collaborate with BAs and Developers in designing testable applications.
  • Design and manage technical proof-of-concept and feasibility studies.

Skills

SDLC
Agile development practices
Java
Selenium/LeanFT
CI/CD practices
DevOps toolset
Analytical skills
Problem-solving skills

Education

BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Technology

Tools

Azure DevOps
Selenium with Java
Eclipse/IntelliJ
Maven
Git

Job description

Northern Trust in Chicago, IL is seeking a Principal, Quality Engineering, to lead quality engineering initiatives. Candidates should have 14–18 years of experience, with at least 8 years in quality engineering and experience in leading teams. The role emphasizes innovation in test automation and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The successful candidate will help drive product quality and process improvement, while also mentoring junior SDETs and ensuring compliance with best practices. Offering a robust salary range and comprehensive benefits package, Northern Trust fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

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