Lead QA Engineer
Core
Lead QA Engineer driving functional, performance, and data validation testing for financial markets infrastructure and data products.
Role type
Senior Lead QA Engineer (Automation & Strategy)
Builds
Financial data feeds, AI-driven analytics platforms, and enterprise data services.
Domain
Financial Markets Infrastructure & Data Engineering
Required skills
Test strategy & planning, Test automation (Python/Java), ETL & Data validation (SQL/NoSQL), CI/CD integration, Agile/Scrum leadership, Defect management, Root cause analysis, AI-assisted testing, Performance testing, Requirement analysis
Preferred skills
Microsoft Copilot for testing, Azure cloud testing, Shift-Left testing, Risk-based testing, OOP design patterns
Technologies
Python, Java, SQL, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Snowflake, Jira, Confluence, TestRail, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Azure
Responsibilities
Define and execute end-to-end test strategies covering functional, integration, system, and regression testing; Build and maintain scalable test automation frameworks for API, data validation, and ETL workflows; Lead functional and non-functional testing including performance testing; Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on quality issues; Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines; Analyze large datasets to identify anomalies and performance bottlenecks; Collaborate with Solution Architects and BAs on non-functional requirements.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities