The Judge Group · 2 days ago
Associate Principal, Software Engineering SDET (1110360)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$125K/yr - $150K/yr
3+ years expThe Judge Group is seeking an Associate Principal, Software Engineering SDET to become a subject-matter expert on testing systems. The role involves designing and building automation frameworks, ensuring new functionality is validated, and collaborating with various teams to maintain high-quality software delivery.
E-LearningInformation TechnologyProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Build, maintain, and execute robust automation test plans
Write high‑quality automation code across multiple platforms
Estimate testing efforts and communicate progress with clarity
Analyze test results, track defects, and drive issues to resolution
Contribute to performance, scalability, and reliability testing
Collaborate across teams to deliver complex, multi‑system projects
Continuously look ahead—anticipating risks, improving processes, and elevating team quality
Shape and advance our long‑term automation strategy
Develop, enhance, and extend automation frameworks
Identify quality‑related tasks during sprints and automate new feature coverage
Participate in performance and load testing initiatives
Support test environment setup, configuration, and data management
Define test strategies, assess requirements for testability, and create detailed test plans
Review and refine acceptance test procedures to eliminate redundancy and increase efficiency
Qualification
Required
Strong experience with automation frameworks (Cucumber, Selenium, Mocha/Chai, TestNG)
Hands‑on experience writing automation code and simulating complex multi‑system scenarios
Solid background in Agile development environments
Proficiency across testing types: Unit, Functional, Load, Security, Behavioral, Integration, Component, Contract, and E2E
Experience in two or more of the following: Web/mobile app development, Unix/Linux environments, Event‑driven architectures, Transaction processing systems, Distributed/parallel systems, Large‑scale software systems, Security software development, Public cloud platforms
Strong test planning, test case automation, and framework experience
Deep analytical skills with the ability to test sophisticated systems, diagnose defects, and communicate findings clearly
Experience working in a SaaS environment
Experience in Options, Derivatives, Clearing, Risk, or related financial systems
Strong Java development experience
Fluency in object‑oriented design, software patterns, and engineering best practices
Proven experience with automated testing frameworks
Proficiency working within a cloud environment (preferably AWS)
BS in Computer Science or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
3–7 years of relevant industry experience
Preferred
Exposure to AI/ML applications in Quality Engineering
CI/CD knowledge with Kubernetes and DevOps
Strong python scripting experience
Prior testing experience in Financial Services, especially Options or Clearing systems, Derivatives, Risk, or Data Warehousing
Company
The Judge Group
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1001-5000 employees
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