QA Automation Engineer

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our Challenge:

We are seeking a skilled QA Automation Engineer with a robust background in finance, particularly in trading and related systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated testing frameworks and scripts to ensure the accuracy, performance, and reliability of trading platforms and financial applications.

Additional Information\*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Alpharetta, GA is $100k - $110k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks for trading systems, reporting tools, and financial applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including traders, developers, and product managers to understand system requirements and automation needs.
• Implement automated testing solutions for functional, regression, performance, and API testing of trading platforms.
• Validate data integrity, calculations, and analytics within financial systems through automation.
• Identify, prioritize, and track defects, working closely with development and operations teams for timely resolution.
• Continuously enhance test automation coverage, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Integrate test automation into CI/CD pipelines to enable rapid and reliable deployment cycles.
• Ensure systems comply with financial regulations and internal security standards.
• Produce detailed reports on automation testing results, defect metrics, and system quality status.

**Requirements
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• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Finance, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in QA automation within financial trading environments.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, JavaScript, or Ruby.
• Hands-on experience with automation frameworks/tools like Selenium, Appium, JUnit, TestNG, RestAssured, or similar.
• Knowledge of trading platforms, financial instruments (equities, derivatives, FX, fixed income), and market operations.
• Familiarity with APIs, SQL databases, and data validation techniques.
• Experience working with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Bamboo.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Certification such as ISTQB, CSTE, or related automation certifications.
• Experience with financial regulatory standards like MiFID, Dodd-Frank, or SEC regulations.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

*SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT*

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.