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Software Development Engineer in Test

Exegy

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Original Job Summary

About Exegy

Exegy is a global leader in intelligent market data, advanced trading systems, and future-proof technology. Serving elite financial market participants, Exegy provides world-class support and managed services from its headquarters in St. Louis and regional offices in North America, UK/Europe, and Asia Pacific.

Job Summary

Exegy is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and thorough Software Development Engineer in Test. In this role, you will work directly with Product Development engineers within our development team to design, develop, and execute test strategies for new product features, fixes, and maintenance updates.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to full test lifecycle: analysis, design, implementation, test execution, and release.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive test strategies, plans, and frameworks.
  • Execute functional, non-functional, performance, and security tests ensuring system reliability.
  • Identify, log, and track defects; collaborate with development teams for resolution.
  • Design robust test automation frameworks and manage tasks independently.
  • Mentor team members and continuously improve QA processes.
  • Report testing metrics and ensure alignment with service level agreements.

Our Ideal Candidate Has

  • A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • At least 2 years experience in software engineering/quality assurance.
  • Proficiency in test automation using Python, shell scripting, and C++.
  • Experience with CI/CD, ML & AI based automation, and containerization tools.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and cross-platform testing (Linux and Windows).
  • Capital markets or financial services knowledge is a plus.

Key skills/competency

Software Testing, Automation, Python, C++, CI/CD, QA, Agile, ML, Trading Systems, Scripting

How to Get Hired at Exegy

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Exegy's culture: Study their mission, values, and recent achievements.
  • Tailor your resume: Highlight automation and testing expertise.
  • Showcase relevant skills: Emphasize Python, C++, CI/CD experience.
  • Prepare for technical interviews: Review past projects and test automation frameworks.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Python and C++ basics.
Practice automation test framework design.
Study CI/CD tool integrations.
Familiarize with container orchestration.

Behavioral Questions

Describe past QA process improvements.
Explain teamwork in stressful deadlines.
Share resolution of a testing conflict.
Discuss time management in project delivery.