Software Developer in Test (SDET)

TechDigital Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Software Developer in Test (SDET) to enhance their Equity Derivative trading application. In this role, you will develop automated testing tools, collaborate with QA and development teams, and ensure the quality of in-house derivative products. Your expertise in automation and testing principles will be crucial in optimizing the QA process and improving efficiency. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work independently while influencing innovative solutions in a dynamic environment. If you have a passion for quality assurance and a strong background in financial applications, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience automating manual test cases for C#/.NET/C++ applications.
• Strong experience in scripting languages like Python and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated testing tools and support QA team with training.
• Analyze application requirements and design test scenarios.

Skills

Automated Testing

C#/.NET/C++

Python

UFT

JIRA

DevOps Tools

Software Testing Principles

FIX Protocol

Manual Functional Testing

SQL Server

Tools

UFT

JIRA

Client ALM

QTest

Bamboo

Jenkins

Bit Bucket

Sonar Cube

Job description

Position:
Software Developer in Test (SDET) for Equity Derivative trading application spanning multiple asset classes with focus on Equity Derivatives. Responsibilities include developing automated testing tools for the team, Functional analysis, and QA for the in-house derivative products.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ability to work with QA and development team leaders to develop a priority list of manual test cases where targeted automation would most benefit the QA Process by allowing more focus on enhancements versus regression.
• Ability to develop Automated testing tools for use by the QA Team in a standardized approach to minimize ongoing support once released.
• Provide Automation support and training to other Team members to expand Team's ability to develop Automated testing Suites.
• Analyze application requirements and Design & Execute Test scenarios and UAT Test cases and provides feedback on functional documentation.
• Ability to persuade and influence others at all levels in the organization to ensure deliverables are met.
• Ability to quickly adapt and act to support change by advocating innovative solutions and new ways of thinking via back end/ via API.
• Ability to Work Independently with minimal direction.
• Create and execute test plans and testing strategies.

Desired Experience/ Skills:

• Strong experience (5+ years) automating manual test cases for C#/.NET/C++ applications preferably via backend.
• Strong experience in scripting language like Python.
• Hands-on development experience with UFT (Unified Functional Test)/ Test Complete/ Ranorex/ or any other UI/ front end test automation tool required.
• Hands on experience in working on tools like JIRA, Client ALM and QTest.
• Desirable experience in Devops integration tools such as Bamboo, Jenkins, Bit Bucket, Sonar Cube and BDD test frameworks.
• Experience and in-depth understanding of the Software Testing principles.
• Experience with FIX protocol and messaging platform like MQ/Kafka.
• Good knowledge of SDLC & QA processes.
• Strong Domain skills - Must have working experience in Capital Markets across modules and instruments especially Derivatives (Bonds, Options, Futures, Swaps).
• Experience in testing BFSI (Banking and Financial Industry) Domain applications with a proper understanding of the Trade Lifecycle.
• Hands-on expertise in manual functional testing.
• Working experience with Microsoft SQL Server is a big plus.