What Youll Do:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineer with deep experience in testing Kafka-based event-driven architectures, Spring boot microservices and writing salable automation framework using Java and cucumber. The ideal candidate will be responsible for gaining a thorough understanding of the system to be tested from both technical and business user perspectives. The SDET is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks, evaluating test cases for regression testing, automating new functionality, and developing tools to improve test efficiencies. This role works closely with Software Developers, Project Managers, and Product Owners to ensure quality standards are met. Primary Duties and Responsibilities:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.<div><ul><li>Design and implement automated test frameworks using Java and Cucumber, with a focus on reusability and modular steps definitions. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Create, maintain, and execute automation test plans </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Write code against software platforms and estimate testing efforts </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Analyze and communicate test results and track defects </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Participate in performance and scalability testing efforts </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Develop, enhance, and extend automation frameworks </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Implement automation for new features during sprint cycles </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Assist in planning and controlling test environments and test data </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Define test strategies and conduct requirements analysis for testability </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Participate in reviewing test procedures and recommend improvements </li></ul></div>Supervisory Responsibilities:<ul><li>None</li></ul>Qualifications:The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.<ul><li>[Required] Experience with Java programming and object-oriented concepts </li><li>[Preferred] Experience with automated testing frameworks (Cucumber, Selenium, TestNG) </li><li>[Required] Experience working in an Agile environment </li><li>[Required] Strong analytical skills for testing complex systems </li><li>[Required] Experience developing test plans and working with test frameworks </li><li>[Preferred] Experience testing financial services applications </li></ul>Technical Skills:<ul><li>[Required] Java programming experience </li><li>[Required] Proficiency in testing Apache Kafka - producing/consuming events, validating messages, schemas and stream processing logic </li><li>[Required] Experience with Kubernetes – understanding of K8s deployments, and validating services within containers </li><li>[Preferred] Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines like Jenkins </li></ul>Education and/or Experience:<div><ul><li>[Required] BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field, or equivalent practical experience </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>[Required] 5+ years of development experience </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>[Preferred] Previous experience with Financial Services, Derivatives Clearing / Risk Management  </li></ul></div>Certificates or Licenses:<ul><li>None</li></ul>Compensation Range: 103,100.00 to 172,400.00 USD AnnualIncentive Compensation Range: 8 to 15%Who We Are:The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the largest equity derivatives organization in the world.  We provide central counterparty clearing and settlement services for equity options, futures, options on futures, and securities lending transactions.  We serve approximately 115 clearing members and 15 exchanges including CBOE, Nasdaq, and NYSE.What We OfferWe offer a highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to encourage work-life balance and employee wellness. Some of these components include:<ul><li>A hybrid work environment</li><li>Two days per week of remote work</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education</li><li>Student Loan Repayment Assistance</li><li>Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely</li><li>Generous PTO and Parental leave</li><li>Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision</li></ul>About UsThe Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the worlds largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.BenefitsA highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to encourage work-life balance and employee wellness. Some of these components include: <ul><li>A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote work</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education</li><li>Student Loan Repayment Assistance</li><li>Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely</li><li>Generous PTO and Parental leave </li><li>401k Employer Match</li><li>Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision</li></ul>Visit <a href="https://www.theocc.com/careers/thriving-together" target="_blank">https://www.theocc.com/careers/thriving-together</a> for more information.Compensation<ul><li>The salary range listed for any given position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. If hired at OCC, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors such as skills, experience and/or education. </li><li>In addition, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. </li><li>We typically do not hire at the maximum of the range in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a substantial benefits package as noted on <a href="http://www.theocc.com/careers" target="_blank">www.theocc.com/careers</a> </li><li>All employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Discretionary bonuses are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, company and individual performance and are not guaranteed.</li></ul><h3></h3>Step 1 When you find a position youre interested in, click the Apply button. Please complete the application and attach your resume.  Step 2 You will receive an email notification to confirm that weve received your application.Step 3 If you are called in for an interview, a representative from OCC will contact you to set up a date, time, and location. For more information about <a target="_blank" href="https://www.theocc.com/about/career-center/default.jsp">OCC</a>, please click <a target="_blank" href="https://www.theocc.com/about/career-center/default.jsp">here</a>.OCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Associate Principal, Software Engineering: Software Development Test (SDET)

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