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# Lead Software Developer in Test - QA

- **Company:** Motion Recruitment Partners LLC.
- **Location:** Boston, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Code Review, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Database Queries, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Github, Apache JMeter, Object-Oriented Software Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, RabbitMQ, Regression Testing, E2e Testing, Scaled Agile Framework, Selenium, Service Virtualization, Software Engineering, Strategies of Testing, Google Cloud, Application Enhancement Tool, Performance Testing, Postman, Spring Cloud, GitHub Copilot, Cypress (Programming Language), Gatling, Backend, Git, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, Information Technology, Playwright, Apache Kafka, Data Management, Docker, SDET, Jenkins, Microservices
- **Published:** July 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e557c582-8b16-4445-9e68-ea77909ee999

## About the Role

* 8+ years of experience in Software Quality Engineering, QA Automation, or Software Development in Test (SDET)
 * 3+ years leading automation initiatives or serving as a technical lead
 * Expert-level Java programming skills
 * Experience building automation frameworks from scratch using Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, or similar technologies
 * Strong API automation experience using REST Assured, Postman, or equivalent tools
 * Experience testing cloud-native applications within AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
 * Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines
 * Strong understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and object-oriented programming
 * Experience with Git, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or similar DevOps platforms
 * Strong SQL skills and experience validating relational databases
 * Excellent communication and leadership skills

Desired Skills & Experience

 * Financial services, banking, fintech, asset management, or capital markets experience
 * Experience with AI-assisted testing tools including GitHub Copilot, Claude, OpenAI APIs, or AI-powered test generation platforms
 * Experience building automated regression, integration, performance, and end-to-end test suites
 * Experience with containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes
 * Familiarity with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or event-driven architectures
 * Experience with test data management and service virtualization
 * Knowledge of performance testing tools such as JMeter, Gatling, or k6
 * Experience mentoring QA engineers and developers on automation best practices
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future. No sponsorship is available for this position.

## Description

A leading financial services organization is investing heavily in modernizing its cloud-based technology platform and is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Test (SDET) to drive the next generation of quality engineering. This is a highly visible role where you'll lead the design and implementation of scalable automation frameworks, integrate AI-powered testing capabilities, and help establish engineering best practices across multiple development teams., * Architect and develop enterprise-wide automation frameworks for web, API, and backend applications

 * Lead the technical direction of the QA Automation practice across multiple Agile engineering teams
 * Build scalable Java-based automation solutions that improve software quality and release velocity
 * Integrate AI-powered tools to accelerate test creation, maintenance, defect analysis, and regression testing
 * Develop automated API, UI, integration, and end-to-end test suites
 * Design cloud-native testing strategies supporting microservices and distributed applications
 * Partner closely with Software Engineers, DevOps Engineers, Product Managers, and Architects throughout the SDLC
 * Implement quality gates within CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery
 * Improve test reliability, execution speed, reporting, and overall automation coverage
 * Mentor engineers, perform code reviews, and establish automation engineering standards
 * Evaluate emerging QA technologies and continuously improve engineering practices

Tech Breakdown

 * 40% QA Automation & Test Framework Development
 * 25% Java Software Engineering
 * 20% Cloud, DevOps & CI/CD Integration
 * 15% AI-Driven Test Engineering & Innovation

Daily Responsibilities

 * 75% Hands-On Development & Automation Engineering
 * 15% Technical Leadership & Mentorship
 * 10% Cross-Functional Collaboration


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