Software Engineer / Test Automation / Python / Pytest

Overview In this contract role, you will design and implement automated test solutions to improve data quality and reliability across critical systems for a global investment manager. You’ll work within a collaborative engineering team on data-driven financial platforms, applying modern automation techniques and cutting-edge tech. The position combines hands-on testing with framework development to elevate test coverage and reliability. This is a hybrid Boston opportunity that blends technical impact with a balanced work setup. Compensation / BenefitsMedical InsuranceDental & Orthodontia BenefitsVision BenefitsHealth Savings Account (HSA)401(k) including matchPaid Sick Time Leave ResponsibilitiesHands-on automation and testing activitiesBuild and improve test frameworks and toolingCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and reliabilityContribute to ETL testing and database validationParticipate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and CI/CD practices Key requirementsExperience with Python automation development and PytestExperience designing and implementing automated test solutionsExperience with ETL process and validating dataStrong Windows proficiencyKnowledge of PostgreSQL database testingUnderstanding of Agile/Scrum methodologiesteam collaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingPythonPytestETL testing