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
