Software Test Engineer

About the position

At Cboe, we inspire our people to solve complex challenges together because what we do matters. We provide the financial infrastructure that powers the global economy through work that invites connection. Our people power our trusted markets and in turn, we power them through robust benefits, perks and a company culture that prioritizes connection, collaboration and inclusivity. As a leading provider of market infrastructure and tradable products, Cboe delivers cutting-edge trading, clearing and investment solutions to market participants around the world. The ideal candidate has experience testing critical trading systems, is proficient with both Windows and Linux and is highly motivated to learn all aspects of the platform being tested. Candidate has experience developing software in various programming languages and good understanding of the development lifecycle. The candidate should be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment which calls for flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain code of proprietary java application.
• Evaluate system requirements, development unit test plans and process flow and translate into technical quality assurance test cases.
• Conduct quality assurance testing and analysis throughout the life cycle to all systems integration, software, database, and infrastructure changes.
• Develop, implement and maintain test plans and test scripts to ensure a high level of quality to all users and supporting infrastructure.
• Understand full system architecture to set up and configure test environments for testing.
• Perform functional, regression and system integration testing.
• Utilize proven quality assurance techniques, best practices, standards and troubleshooting methods.
• Document defects and thoroughly communicate to the teams involved.
• Communicate and work closely with Development and Infrastructure teams during the QA cycles.
• Proactively identify inefficiencies from the quality assurance technique or process viewpoint and propose changes that may include process redesign and tool recommendations.
• Maintain production deployment and manage deployment and related scripts.
• Configuration file and system backups.
• Help coordinate breakpoint testing.
• Responsible for Postgres database backup maintenance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Information Technology.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in developing software in various programming languages such as Python, Shell, C++, Java, HTML.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), configuration management tools and cloud platforms.
• Relevant experience with various web technologies, such as content management systems, cloud services, application servers, e-commerce platforms, etc.

Nice-to-haves

• Proficient using SQL.
• Experience using Git.
• Experience with AWS.
• Experience working in Linux and proficient in using Linux commands.
• Experience using test automation tools such as Jenkins.
• Detailed familiarity with QA methodologies, including testing experience with client/server, and java-based applications.
• Ability to effectively work with development team with varying technical abilities.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and determine any dependencies.
• Must be very detail oriented and have strong problem finding, resolution, and documentation skills.
• Have strong self-motivation, work ethic, and teamwork mentality with a positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Experience working in team environment.
• Possesses excellent communication, written, and organizational skills.
• Finance industry experience/knowledge.

Benefits

• Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days
• Flexible, hybrid work environment
• Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services
• 2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% match immediately upon hire
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation
• Employee referral bonus program
• Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communities
• Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe office
• Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunities
• Generous charitable giving company match
• Paid parental leave and fertility benefits
• On-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers