Principal, SW Quality Eng
Job Description
The role demands leadership skills along with technical knowledge of subject matter. The ideal candidate will drive testing of multiple projects within the portfolio leveraging next gen automation solutions, AI driven technologies and smart quality strategies.
Principal Responsibilities
- Thought leadership, consultation, mentoring & guidance for test automation
- Advance product quality via testing innovations and process improvement
- Collaborate with BAs, Architects & Developers in designing testable applications
- Technical roadmaps & plans for implementing enterprise/program test strategies
- Design & manage technical proof-of-concept and feasibility studies
- Resolve technical issues, anticipate risks and ensure timely management escalation
- Utilize analytical skills in determining the root cause of defects & issues
- Influence and communicate effectively with both technical & non-technical audiences
- Analysis, optimization, improvement & maintenance of current test automation suites
- Master enterprise/program high-level business workflows
- Mentor junior SDETs to improve technical ability and effectiveness
- Promote and support implementation of automated CI/CT/CD pipeline
- Develop & extend test automation frameworks for UI, Micro services & API
- Guarantee compliance to automation framework, standards & best practices
- Facilitate automated, on-demand test automation metrics
- Ensure automated tests are run early & often providing quick feedback to the team
- Seek stakeholder feedback via test automation demos
- Accelerate test development process by leveraging existing assets, standards & best practices; Add new functions/methods to the libraries for continuous improvement
Experience
- Experience/ Skills: BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Technology or equivalent
- 14-18 years of overall experience with at least 8 years in quality engineering
- 5-8 years of experience implementing test automation
- 5-8 years of Experience in leading team of employee/contractors
- Experience in multi-tiered, complex system design & architecture
Required Skills
- Excellent knowledge of SDLC and Agile development practices
- Lead level exposure to Java, Selenium/LeanFT, BDD (Cucumber/JBehave), TestNG, Eclipse/IntelliJ
- Expert in QA process, techniques & méthodologies
- Forecasting, estimation & ROI analysis
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
- Both attention to detail & ability to rise above details to see broader implications & recommend strategic solutions
- Self-starter; Positive & adaptable; Multi-task in a continually changing environment
- Ability to work independently and with a team
- Proven interpersonal and communication skills with technical & business partners
Preferred/ Recommended Skills
- Proven ability to lead and collaborate in global , cross functional teams
- Familiarity with Banking/Financial domain
- Experience in leading large programs
Location
Chicago, IL, USA
Salary Range
$114,700 - 194,900 USD
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.
About Northern Trust
Northern Trust is a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services. Founded in 1889, Northern Trust is committed to aligning its efforts with its three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. The company prides itself on guiding the world's most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions through its commitment to excellence and integrity.