Applications Development Sr Programmer Analyst - Assistant Vice President

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated SDET QA Lead with strong techno-functional expertise to drive our Quality Assurance initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader, responsible for defining and implementing automation strategies, achieving automation goals, and onboarding AI tools to enhance testing efficiencies and productivity. This role requires a proven track record in SDET practices, covering various project types and technologies, with a strong preference for candidates possessing experience within the Capital Markets domain Responsibilities: * Strategy and Leadership: * Develop and implement comprehensive QA automation strategies aligned with organizational goals and product roadmaps. * Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of SDETs, fostering a culture of quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. * Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for automation, driving towards ambitious automation goals. * Evaluate and introduce cutting-edge AI tools and technologies to further improve testing efficiency and product quality. * Hands-on Automation and Technical Expertise: * Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and reusable automation frameworks and scripts using industry-leading tools (e.g., Selenium, Playwright). * Possess deep hands-on experience with programming languages such as Python and Java for test automation development. * Implement and manage automation for various testing types, including functional, regression, integration, API, and performance testing across diverse projects. * Demonstrate strong database skills (SQL, NoSQL) for data validation, test data management, and back-end testing. * Ensure seamless integration of automation into CI/CD pipelines. * Quality Assurance and Process Improvement: * Work closely with development, product, and business teams to understand requirements, define test scope, and ensure comprehensive test coverage. * Establish and enforce best practices for software testing, quality gates, and release processes. * Conduct thorough defect analysis, root cause identification, and collaborate with development teams for timely resolution. * Contribute to the overall quality of software products throughout the entire development lifecycle. * Project Management and Communication: * Manage multiple testing projects concurrently, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. * Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing clear and concise updates on testing progress, risks, and challenges. * Drive cross-functional collaboration to resolve issues and optimize workflows. Recommended Qualifications: * * 10+ years of progressive experience in Software Development Engineering in Test (SDET) and QA leadership roles. * Demonstrated experience in leading and implementing successful automation strategies. * Proven track record of hands-on involvement in automation framework development and script creation. * Solid experience within the Capital Markets domain is highly preferred, understanding of trading systems, market data, risk management, or financial regulations. * Technical Skills: * Expertise in test automation tools such as Selenium and Playwright. * Strong programming proficiency in Python and Java. * Solid understanding and practical experience with SQL and relational databases; NoSQL experience is a plus. * Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps) and version control systems (e.g., Git). * Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, Rest Assured). * Knowledge of performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner) is a plus. * Functional Skills: * Ability to understand complex business requirements and translate them into effective test strategies and cases. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Leadership & Soft Skills: * Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. * Ability to drive change and influence stakeholders. * Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Education: * Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required. \------------------------------------------------------ ## Job Family Group: Technology \------------------------------------------------------ ## Job Family: Applications Development \------------------------------------------------------ ## Time Type: Full time \------------------------------------------------------ ## Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above. \------------------------------------------------------ ## Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. \------------------------------------------------------ Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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