Front Office Automation Tester – Python (UI & API)

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Front Office Automation Testers specializing in Python (2 UI Automation Testers and 2 API Automation Testers) to join a premier Capital Markets group. In this role, you will design, build, and execute automated test frameworks to validate front-office trading applications, order management systems (OMS), execution management platforms, and market data feeds.

Mandatory Requirement

Candidates MUST possess Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in Capital Markets / Fixed Income trading domains (Fixed Income, Derivatives, Swaps, Caps/Floors, Swaptions, and Bonds).

Responsibilities

• Framework Development & Scripting: Design, build, and maintain robust Python-based automated test scripts for front-office trading systems (UI testing via Selenium/Playwright/PyTest or API testing via Requests/REST Assured).
• Front Office Workflow Testing: Test complex Sales & Trading workflows, order execution, trade booking, market data feeds, and pricing models for Fixed Income & Derivative products.
• Collaboration & Requirements: Work closely with front-office traders, quantitative analysts, developers, and business analysts to translate complex trading requirements into comprehensive automated test suites.
• CI/CD & Execution: Integrate automated test suites into Agile/DevOps CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration, regression, and pre-release validation.
• Defect Analysis & Tracking: Analyze test execution results, isolate root-cause issues, log detailed defects, and collaborate with engineering teams toward resolution.
• Documentation & Audit Readiness: Maintain accurate test plans, test data sets, and execution logs to ensure compliance with financial regulatory and internal audit standards.

Requirements

• Core Technical Skills:
  • Python Automation Expertise: Strong, hands-on Python programming skills for test automation.
  • UI Automation Roles (2 Openings): Deep experience with Python-based UI frameworks (Selenium, Playwright, PyTest, or similar).
  • API Automation Roles (2 Openings): Deep experience with REST API testing using Python (Requests, Postman, PyTest, JSON/XML parsing).
• Domain Knowledge (STRICT MUST-HAVE): Direct domain experience in Capital Markets / Front Office Sales & Trading. Hands-on familiarity with Fixed Income and Derivative products (Bonds, Interest Rate Swaps, Caps/Floors, Swaptions).
• Understanding of Order Management Systems (OMS), Execution Management Systems (EMS), order lifecycles, and market data workflows.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies, Git version control, Jira, and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab, or Azure DevOps).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interface confidently with front-office business stakeholders and technical leads.

Eligibility

Direct W2 Applicants Only. We cannot accept 1099, Corp-to-Corp (C2C), third-party agency submissions, or W2 referrals for this position.

What's in it for You?

• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects within a dynamic financial environment.
• Collaborate with a talented team of professionals committed to innovation and excellence.
• Develop your skills in a fast-paced, technology-driven setting.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional growth opportunities.
• Be part of a company recognized for its commitment to inclusion and responsible business practices.

Benefits

Upon completion of a waiting period, consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay