Lead Associate Principal, Software Engineering : Software Development Test (SDET)

Lead Associate Principal, Software Engineering : Software Development Test (SDET)

Join to apply for the Lead Associate Principal, Software Engineering : Software Development Test (SDET) role at The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC)

Lead Associate Principal, Software Engineering : Software Development Test (SDET)

Join to apply for the Lead Associate Principal, Software Engineering : Software Development Test (SDET) role at The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC)

What You'll Do :

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineer with deep experience in testing Kafka-based event-driven architectures, Spring boot microservices and writing salable automation framework using Java and cucumber. The ideal candidate will be responsible for gaining a thorough understanding of the system to be tested from both technical and business user perspectives. The SDET is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks, evaluating test cases for regression testing, automating new functionality, and developing tools to improve test efficiencies. This role works closely with Software Developers, Project Managers, and Product Owners to ensure quality standards are met.

What You'll Do :

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineer with deep experience in testing Kafka-based event-driven architectures, Spring boot microservices and writing salable automation framework using Java and cucumber. The ideal candidate will be responsible for gaining a thorough understanding of the system to be tested from both technical and business user perspectives. The SDET is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks, evaluating test cases for regression testing, automating new functionality, and developing tools to improve test efficiencies. This role works closely with Software Developers, Project Managers, and Product Owners to ensure quality standards are met.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.

• Design and implement automated test frameworks using Java and Cucumber, with a focus on reusability and modular steps definitions.
• Create, maintain, and execute automation test plans
• Write code against software platforms and estimate testing efforts
• Analyze and communicate test results and track defects
• Participate in performance and scalability testing efforts
• Develop, enhance, and extend automation frameworks
• Implement automation for new features during sprint cycles
• Assist in planning and controlling test environments and test data
• Define test strategies and conduct requirements analysis for testability
• Participate in reviewing test procedures and recommend improvements

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Qualifications :

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.

Technical Skills :

Certificates or Licenses :

Compesation : 121,100.00 to 202,200.00 USD Annual

Incentive Range : 8 to 15%

About Us

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.

What We Offer

A highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to encourage work-life balance and employee wellness. Some of these components include :

A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote work

Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely

Generous PTO and Parental leave

Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision

Benefits

A highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to encourage work-life balance and employee wellness. Some of these components include :

Visit https : / / www.theocc.com / careers / thriving-together for more information.

Compensation

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OCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

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Full-time

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Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

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