Job Summary Synechron is seeking a highly experienced QA Automation Engineer with specialization in trading systems to join our financial technology team. In this role, you will develop automated testing frameworks and execute testing activities for enterprise trading platforms, including order management systems (OMS), execution management systems (EMS), and trading APIs. Your expertise will ensure high-performance, low-latency, and reliable trading software, supporting the organization’s strategic objectives in financial markets. Your contributions will help validate system robustness, optimize workflows, and accelerate release cycles in an industry demanding precision and speed. Software Requirements Required: Java (version 8+), Python, Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, JUnit, PyTest, API testing tools (Postman), SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or SQL Server), Git, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines, performance testing tools (JMeter, Gatling, Locust) Preferred: Cypress, Playwright, TestRail, Azure DevOps, Grafana, ELK Stack, Monarch, proprietary market data feeds or FIX protocol tools Experience level: 5+ years supporting automation testing in trading or financial environments Overall Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks for functional, regression, and performance testing of trading applications Collaborate with traders, developers, and business analysts to understand system workflows, trading protocols, and data feeds Implement and execute automated test scripts to validate order flow, execution, and exchange connectivity with minimal latency Optimize testing frameworks for speed, accuracy, and scalability in high-frequency and data-intensive scenarios Conduct API testing, including FIX protocol, REST, and WebSocket interfaces, for market data and trading operations Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve automation failures, root cause issues, and performance bottlenecks Support integration into CI/CD pipelines, automate deployment validations, and ensure compliance with best practices Document test cases, automation scripts, and defect reports; provide insights and recommendations for quality improvements Participate in test planning, retrospective review, and continuous process enhancement Technical Skills (By Category) Programming Languages: Essential: Java (version 8+), Python, proficiency in writing scalable, maintainable automation scripts Preferred: C#, JavaScript (for UI or API automation), Groovy (for advanced scripting) Databases/Data Management: SQL queries for backend validation, data reconciliation, and data integrity checks in MySQL, PostgreSQL, or SQL Server Cloud Technologies: Basic understanding of cloud deployment (Azure, AWS, GCP) supporting scalable testing environments (preferred) Frameworks and Libraries: Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, JUnit, PyTest, Cypress, Playwright, API testing libraries (Postman, REST Assured) Development Tools & Methodologies: Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, Agile/Scrum, TDD/BDD practices, test management (TestRail) Security & Protocols: Knowledge of secure API design, FIX protocol security standards, encryption, and compliance protocols Experience Requirements 5+ years supporting automation testing for trading or financial enterprise applications Proven experience developing automation frameworks for order management, execution, or market data systems Demonstrable expertise in performance testing, API validation, and stress testing for low-latency environments Experience with high-frequency trading systems, market data feeds, and trading protocols (FIX) preferred Background working in Agile development environments with continuous integration and delivery processes Day-to-Day Activities Develop, maintain, and execute automation scripts for trading systems and data feeds Troubleshoot system failures, market data issues, and API connectivity problems with minimal latency impact Collaborate with traders, developers, QA teams, and infrastructure to improve processes and automate testing workflows Support API and UI validation, performance benchmarks, and system security testing Conduct root cause analysis and provide defect reports with actionable insights Maintain documentation for automation frameworks, test cases, and defect resolutions Participate in Agile ceremonies, planning, and retrospectives to improve testing efficiency Support deployment validation, release testing, and continuous improvement initiatives Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline 5+ years of experience in automation testing with a focus on trading, financial, or high-frequency systems Certifications in automation tools, testing standards, or financial trading (advantageous) Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills to coordinate with diverse teams and stakeholders Experience working in fast-paced, high-stakes trading environments Professional Competencies Critical thinking and high-level problem-solving in data and system performance Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills Ownership of quality assurance, with a proactive approach to identifying improvements Ability to work under pressure in high-frequency and low-latency scenarios Continuous learning mindset related to financial technology and trading protocols Effective time management to handle multiple testing cycles and release deadlines 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. Candidate Application Notice 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. 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