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Qorali • Chicago, Illinois, United States
Role & seniority
Stack/tools
Programming: Python and/or Java
Testing: UI, API, data-layer automation; BDD frameworks preferred
Data: SQL, database validation; data transformation and reconciliation
Distributed systems: Kafka, MQ; event-driven testing
CI/CD pipelines; Agile delivery
Top 3 responsibilities
Define and implement end-to-end integration testing strategy across interconnected systems
Design/build scalable automation frameworks; lead regression and release validation
Validate high-volume data processing, oversee defect lifecycle, report quality metrics; drive automation improvements
Must-have skills
7+ years in QA automation and integration testing
Strong experience with distributed/API-driven platforms
Financial services/regulated environment exposure; deep SDLC and Agile understanding
Ability to operate independently while influencing cross-functional teams
Nice-to-haves
Experience with event-driven architectures and data reconciliation validation
Leadership influence in quality initiatives across programs or large-scale platforms
Location & work type
Location: not specified
Work type: senior individual contributor; enterprise-level, program-focused role (full-time)
Principal SDET Financial Services | Agile Environment | Senior IC Leadership Role
A leading financial organization is seeking a Principal Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to drive enterprise-level integration and automation testing initiatives across mission-critical platforms.
This is a senior individual contributor role responsible for shaping integration testing strategy, building scalable automation capabilities, and ensuring quality across distributed, data-intensive systems.
The Opportunity The successful candidate will lead program-level integration testing across complex applications that support risk, transaction processing, and core financial workflows. This role partners closely with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to ensure seamless releases and high system reliability.
The position combines hands-on automation engineering with strategic quality leadership.
Key Responsibilities Define and implement end-to-end integration testing strategy across multiple interconnected systems Design and build scalable automation frameworks (UI, API, and data layers) Develop automated validation for high-volume data processing and reconciliation workflows Lead regression and release validation activities across environments Partner with product and engineering teams to validate new features and platform enhancements Oversee defect lifecycle management and quality metrics reporting Support event-driven and message-based architecture testing Drive continuous improvement of automation, tooling, and testing standards Provide subject matter expertise in integrated system validation within regulated environments
Technical Environment Automation frameworks (BDD preferred) Python and/or Java API and service-layer testing SQL and database validation Distributed systems and event streaming technologies (e.g., Kafka, MQ) CI/CD pipelines and Agile delivery models Data transformation and reconciliation validation
Ideal Background 7+ years in QA automation and integration testing Strong experience validating distributed, API-driven platforms Experience working within financial services, capital markets, or regulated environments Deep understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies Proven ability to operate independently while influencing cross-functional teams
Why This Role? Enterprise visibility and impact Strategic ownership of integration quality Opportunity to modernize and expand automation capabilities Collaboration across business and engineering leadership Complex, high-scale systems environment
If you are an experienced SDET who thrives in complex integration landscapes and wants to influence quality at a program level, this opportunity offers significant ownership and impact. Interested professionals are encouraged to apply or connect confidentially for more information.