Software Engineer for Test
About IEX
IEX is an exchange operator and technology company dedicated to innovating for performance in capital markets. Founded in 2012, IEX launched a new kind of securities exchange in 2016 that combines a transparent business model and unique architecture designed to protect investors. Today, IEX applies its proprietary technology and experience to drive performance across asset classes, serve investors, and advocate for transparent and competitive markets.
About the Role
We're looking for a technical Software Engineer for Test to join our lean QA team as an individual contributor. You'll support all phases of the SDLC and test our trading applications, working across the technology organization to make a significant impact. You'll need a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, Java and Linux experience, and strong business knowledge. Experience with options or equities trading is highly recommended.
If you want to work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative FinTech environment that's changing Wall Street for the better, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Review and analyze requirement specifications
- Partner with Product and Project Managers to develop effective test strategies and test plans
- Write, execute, and automate test scenarios, and report bugs
- Work closely with developers to reproduce reported bugs and retest fixes
- Participate in code reviews
- Conduct end-to-end integration and implementation testing of trading applications
- Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the SDLC
- Troubleshoot production issues and support deployments
Your Background
- 10+ years of experience as an SDET or in a similar role technical role
- Experience with trading systems and the FIX protocol; options or equities experience is highly recommended
- 6+ years of Linux/Unix experience
- intermediate to advanced knowledge of C++, Java, or Python
- Working knowledge of test management software
- Experience working in an Agile environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Hands-on technical credibility, with the ability to evaluate technical trade-offs
- A team-first mindset, with accountability and ownership of your work
- Self-awareness, tact, and responsiveness, and the ability to both give and receive constructive feedback
- Adaptability and a commitment to transparency and continuous improvement
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting annual base pay is between $150,000 and $200,000 for this NY-based position. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The annual base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role is eligible for bonus and equity.