Open since Mar 2026
Lead Software Development Engineer in Test
AI Summary
Designs, develops, executes and maintains automated tests, including API and backend test automation, to ensure software quality. Contributes to the automation framework and integrates testing into CI/CD pipelines for DTCC's modernization of mainframe legacy applications.
About this role
Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC?
Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.
The Information Technology group delivers secure, reliable technology solutions that enable DTCC to be the trusted infrastructure of the global capital markets. The team delivers high-quality information through activities that include development of essential, building infrastructure capabilities to meet client needs and implementing data standards and governance.
Pay and Benefits:
- Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
- Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
- Pension / Retirement benefits
- Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
- DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).
The Impact you will have in this role:
Being a member of IT CSS – Equities Delivery team, you will be responsible for modernization of our mainframe legacy applications on distributed systems. The Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) role encompasses automation development and execution, functional, and non-functional testing. The SDET role specializes in the design, development, execution, and maintenance of automated tests to ensure the quality of software products. Partners with team members to understand software requirements and execute automated tests that validate the functionality while considering privacy and security requirements
Your Primary Responsibilities:
- Contribute expertise in the application of different software development and testing methodologies, tools, and technologies
- Design, develop, execute, and maintain automated tests across the delivery lifecycle
- Contribute to the design of the automation framework and enhancement
- Maintain traceability from user stories through test cases to automated scripts
- Identify dependencies, define, and communicate environmental and data requirements
- Act as a technical expert on one or more applications utilized by DTCC
- Research and evaluate technical solutions consistent with DTCC technology standards
- Align risk and control processes into day-to-day responsibilities to monitor and mitigate risk; escalates appropriately
- Partner with team members to understand software requirements and design automated tests that validate the functionality while considering privacy and security requirements
- Create applications and construct unit test cases that ensure compliance with functional requirements
- Work with peers to mature ways of working to implement and maintain continuous testing within the software delivery processes and integrate automated test with CI/CD pipeline
- Collaborate with internal and external teams on development, testing, troubleshooting, and improve overall software quality
- Aligns risk and control processes into day to day responsibilities to monitor and mitigate risk; escalates appropriately
**NOTE: The Primary Responsibilities of this role are not limited to the details above. **
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 6 years of related experience
- Bachelor's degree preferred and/or equivalent experience
Talents Needed for Success:
- Hands on experience with test automation frameworks and tools, such as Selenium, TestNG, etc. as well as CI/CD technologies (e.g. Cloudbees, Bitbucket, Jenkins, Cucumber, Git, JUnit, Jira etc.).
- Strong experience with automated testing.
- Hands on with backend test automation using Rest Assured/Karate for API testing.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language (Java, Python, etc.).
- Knowledge of Databases and SQL preferred.
- Solid understanding of databases with the ability to write and optimize SQL queries.
- Familiarity with both Agile and Waterfall development methodologies, and experience working in onsite/offshore coordination models.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in collaborative, team-oriented environments.
- Stays current on the changes in their area and seeks out learning opportunities to maintain up-to-date knowledge.
The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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