Charles Schwab

Release and Performance Engineer

Charles Schwab • $110K — $130K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 6+ years in software development/testing or equivalent roles
  • Strong experience with Selenium WebDriver, Appium, and BDD frameworks
  • Proficient in automation coding with Java, TypeScript, or similar languages
  • Experienced in API test automation using Postman or Rest Assured
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tool integrations such as GitHub Actions
  • Proficient in log analysis tools like Splunk and authentication concepts like OAuth 2.0.

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain test automation frameworks for authentication capabilities
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define quality standards
  • Implement automated testing strategies across various platforms
  • Build end-to-end test coverage for authentication processes
  • Manage CI/CD pipeline integrations for test execution and reporting
  • Utilize AI tools to enhance test development and coverage
  • Mentor junior QA engineers through guidance and expertise.

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Access to AI tools to enhance work processes
  • Collaborative team culture
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Support for continuing education and certifications.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

As a member of the Enterprise Middleware and Online Security Technology (EMOST) team, this role is designed for a strong, independent quality engineer who can own complex test automation frameworks, contribute to quality design decisions, and deliver secure, scalable test coverage for enterprise authentication capabilities. The successful candidate will design and maintain automated test suites supporting Passwordless Login, FIDO2/WebAuthn/passkeys, Risk Based Authentication, and modern authentication journeys across web, API, and mobile layers. The candidate should also be able to understand the interdependencies across different software stacks. This role requires strong engineering judgment, hands-on automation depth, and the ability to partner with product, development, security, fraud, risk, architecture, and platform stakeholders to deliver release-ready quality at scale.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Own design, development, and maintenance of test automation frameworks and test suites supporting complex authentication and online security capabilities.
  • Partner with product owners, SCRUM masters, developers, and architects to decompose features, define acceptance criteria, and deliver quality commitments across sprints and releases.
  • Design and implement automated test strategies across UI, API, mobile, and visual regression layers using modern frameworks and BDD practices.
  • Build and maintain end-to-end, integration, and regression test coverage for Passwordless Login, FIDO2/WebAuthn/passkeys, Risk Based Authentication, and related authentication journeys.
  • Develop, maintain, update and triage issues with CI/CD pipeline integrations for automated test execution, reporting, and quality gate enforcement.
  • Apply AI-assisted tools to accelerate test authoring, test case generation, exploratory testing assistance, and framework development across the software delivery lifecycle.
  • Maintain high standards for test code quality, coverage, observability, and release readiness through code reviews and quality metrics.
  • Troubleshoot complex test failures, investigate production defects, and support root-cause analysis for high-impact authentication and online security issues.
  • Mentor less-experienced QA engineers through code reviews, test design discussions, and technical knowledge sharing.
  • Own, maintain and run a set of Performance and Stress test suites in a performance environment and in production


What you have

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 6+ years of experience in software development engineering and testing, quality automation engineering, or equivalent SDET roles.
  • Strong experience with test automation frameworks such as Selenium WebDriver, Appium, Cucumber (BDD), TestNG, or WebdriverIO across web and mobile platforms.
  • Experience writing automation code in Java, TypeScript, or similar object-oriented or scripting languages; Gherkin proficiency for BDD frameworks.
  • Experience designing and executing API test automation using tools such as Postman, Rest Assured, SoapUI, or similar.
  • Experience integrating automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions, Bamboo, or similar platforms.
  • Experience with Page Object Model (POM) or similar test framework design patterns to support maintainability and scalability.
  • Experience with log analysis and observability tools such as Splunk to support defect investigation, triage, and production analysis.
  • Familiarity with authentication and identity concepts such as OAuth 2.0, SAML, JWT, or modern authentication flows.
  • Strong analytical, written, verbal, and collaboration skills with the ability to contribute to quality design and architecture discussions.

AI Proficiency Requirements:
  • Hands-on experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot to accelerate test script authoring, step definition generation, and test framework scaffolding.
  • Experience applying AI tools to exploratory testing assistance, edge case identification, and acceptance criteria analysis to improve test coverage quality and depth.
  • Experience using AI to support CI/CD workflow creation, test reporting configuration, visual testing strategy design, or framework debugging.
  • Ability to critically evaluate AI-generated test outputs for correctness, coverage completeness, and maintainability before committing to test suites.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply prompt engineering and structured task decomposition to guide AI tools effectively within a quality engineering context.
  • Commitment to expanding AI proficiency through certifications, active experimentation, and adoption of emerging AI tools within the quality engineering domain.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with visual testing frameworks such as WebdriverIO Visual Service or similar tools for screen-to-screen pixel and layout regression validation.
  • Experience testing authentication capabilities including Passwordless Login, FIDO2/WebAuthn/passkeys, Risk Based Authentication, or multi-factor authentication flows.
  • Experience with code quality and security tooling such as SonarQube, Veracode, Blackduck, or GitHub Advanced Security integrated into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Experience deploying or executing automated test pipelines in cloud environments such as GCP, AWS, or Sauce Labs device cloud platforms.
  • Familiarity with NIST identity standards and authentication security concepts relevant to enterprise financial services environments.
  • Microsoft GenAI certification, GitHub certifications (L1/L2), or equivalent demonstrated proficiency in applied AI tooling for software engineering.

About Charles Schwab

Charles Schwab is a financial services company that provides a full range of securities, brokerage, banking, money management, financial advisory, investor, and retirement plan services. It operates in four main divisions; investing, wealth management, banking, and trading. Charles Schwab provides a full-service brokerage platform that serves individual investors who invest on their own or through a workplace-sponsored retirement or equity plan, as well as banking through Schwab Bank. The firm was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Charles Schwab Careers

Join the vibrant team at Charles Schwab, a leader in global finance, where your career is propelled by innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and professional growth. At Charles Schwab, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for you to make a significant impact on the industry and our clients' lives.

Work You’ll Do

At Charles Schwab, we are dedicated to helping our clients manage their financial futures. Being part of our team means you'll work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the financial services industry. Our culture thrives on teamwork, integrity, and relentless dedication to our clients. Whether you're looking for a position in financial consulting, technology, or administrative support, Charles Schwab offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will be honed and your achievements recognized.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead through innovation. Charles Schwab’s commitment to technology and innovation is fundamental to our service delivery. By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of developing new solutions that redefine the future of finance. Your leadership can guide significant projects that impact our company and the industry.

Grow Your Career

Charles Schwab believes in fostering the growth of its employees. Whether through professional development programs, diversity training, or leadership workshops, we ensure that our team members receive the support and training they need to advance their careers. With a variety of career paths available, your job at Schwab can evolve with your interests and expertise.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Start your professional journey with Charles Schwab through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We seek individuals who are passionate, curious, and ready to drive change. A career at Schwab is not just about having a job; it's about building a lasting relationship with a company that values your potential.

Benefits and Culture

Charles Schwab is renowned for its employee-friendly culture. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial stability, and work-life balance of our team members. From competitive salaries and bonuses to health insurance and retirement plans, Schwab ensures that your career is as rewarding as it is enriching.

Networking and Professional Development

Expand your professional network and enhance your skills through our various networking events, mentorship programs, and training sessions. At Charles Schwab, we believe in leveraging collective expertise to foster learning and innovation. Engage with leaders, gain insights from experienced professionals, and build relationships that will aid your career trajectory.

Join Our Team

Explore the numerous career paths available at Charles Schwab and discover how your talents can be utilized to their fullest potential. Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring across various disciplines and look forward to adding innovative, driven individuals to our team.

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Learn more about Charles Schwab
Size
34,200 employees
Market Cap
$151.6 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$3.2 billion
Founded
1973
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$12.1 billion
NASDAQ
SCHW
* Ladders Estimates

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