QA Automation Engineer

We are looking for a Senior Automation Tester with expertise in the Gherkin/Cucumber framework and Java to join our team. The ideal candidate will develop and execute test automation for integrated systems, particularly in trading, post-trade, or money movement applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality integration testing in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. The role requires a deep understanding of financial systems, integration points, and automated testing strategies to ensure mission-critical systems operate seamlessly., · Automation of Integration Tests: Design, develop, and maintain automated integration tests using the Gherkin/Cucumber framework with Java, focusing on verifying the interaction between various systems involved in trading, post-trade, or money movement processes.

· Test Strategy & Planning: Collaborate with business analysts, developers, and other stakeholders to define test strategies for integration points and ensure test coverage for integrated systems in the financial domain.

· Test Execution & Maintenance: Execute automated integration tests as part of the continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipeline, ensuring consistent execution across multiple environments (Dev, QA, Staging, UAT).

· Defect Identification & Tracking: Identify integration issues, log defects, and work with developers to ensure quick resolution. Maintain effective defect tracking and reporting processes.

· Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with backend developers, API developers, and business analysts to understand the integration requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage for both functional and non-functional aspects of integration.

· Performance Testing (Optional): Assist with performance testing to evaluate how the integrated systems handle various transaction loads, especially for trading and financial transactions.

· Test Documentation: Maintain clear documentation of integration test cases, results, and reports. Provide detailed feedback to the development teams and track progress against deadlines.

· Gherkin/Cucumber Experience: Strong experience with Gherkin for writing BDD-style test cases and Cucumber for executing test automation in Java. Ability to design reusable step definitions and maintain efficient test automation frameworks.

· Java Proficiency: Solid experience with Java for writing automation scripts, including proficiency in frameworks such as JUnit, TestNG, or Maven.

· Python: experience with Python coding

· Integration Testing Expertise: Proven experience in integration testing for complex systems, especially in the financial services domain (trading, post-trade processing, or money movement systems).

· Financial Domain Knowledge: Knowledge of trading, post-trade, or money movement systems, including understanding how these systems integrate and exchange data between platforms (e.g., settlement systems, trading platforms, payment gateways).

· CI/CD Integration: Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, TeamCity) to integrate test automation into the build and deployment pipeline.

· API Testing: Strong skills in API testing using tools like Postman, SoapUI, or Rest Assured to validate data exchanges and interactions between integrated systems.

· Agile Methodology: Experience in Agile environments with exposure to Scrum, Kanban, or other Agile methodologies. Familiarity with Agile testing practices.

· Problem-Solving and Debugging: Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex integration issues in both automated and manual contexts.

Desirable Skills:

· Cloud and DevOps Experience: Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and DevOps pipelines.

· Performance Testing: Experience with tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or Gatling for performance testing of integrated systems, especially for high-volume financial transactions.

· Security Testing: Knowledge of security testing best practices, especially for protecting sensitive financial data and ensuring compliance with regulations. Preferable to have ISTQB certification.

· Knowledge of Financial Protocols: Familiarity with financial messaging protocols like FIX, SWIFT, ISO 20022, or other industry-specific communication standards for financial transactions.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

· Minimum of 5+ years of experience in integration test automation, with significant hands-on experience in Gherkin/Cucumber and Java.

· Strong experience with financial applications, particularly trading, post-trade processing, or money movement.