Senior Test Automation Engineer – Python (Trading / Risk Platforms)

We are looking for a Senior Test Automation Engineer with strong experience in Python-based test automation, supporting backend systems, APIs, and data workflows within capital markets / risk / trading environments. The role focuses on building scalable automation frameworks and ensuring quality across large technology change programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop automation frameworks and test suites using Python
• Automate testing of backend systems, APIs, and data pipelines
• Validate data processing, transformations, and business logic across systems
• Work closely with developers, BAs, and business teams to understand requirements and define test scenarios
• Build and execute automated test scripts for functional, integration, and regression testing
• Support UAT and release cycles, ensuring high-quality delivery
• Identify defects, perform root cause analysis, and support resolution
• Contribute to test strategy and automation best practices across programs

Must-Have Skills

• Strong experience in Python-based test automation
• Experience with automation frameworks (PyTest, Robot Framework, or similar)
• Strong experience in API testing (REST APIs, JSON validation)
• Strong SQL skills for data validation and testing
• Experience in test case design, execution, and defect management
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Git, etc.)

Domain Experience (Important)

• Exposure to Capital Markets / Investment Banking environments
• Experience or understanding of:
• Trading systems / Risk platforms / Data pipelines
• Familiarity with financial concepts such as:
• Trade lifecycle, risk data, reporting workflows

Good-to-Have

• Experience in data validation and ETL testing
• Exposure to performance or volume testing
• Basic understanding of Python scripting beyond testing
• Experience working in Agile environments
• Exposure to event-driven systems (Kafka, messaging)

Experience

• ~7–12+ years

Note: Candidates must have experience testing backend systems / APIs; UI-only automation profiles will not be considered.

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