Software Engineer in Test / Python / Pytest

Join a leading investment management organization helping drive the next generation of quality engineering practices across a modern technology ecosystem. This opportunity is ideal for a highly technical software engineer with strong Python development skills who enjoys building automated testing solutions for data platforms, APIs, backend services, and enterprise applications.The team is seeking an engineer who approaches testing as a software development discipline, someone who is passionate about designing scalable automation frameworks, improving test coverage through code, and helping teams deliver reliable software at scale. You'll play a key role in advancing engineering quality standards while collaborating with developers, product teams, and other automation specialists to modernize testing practices across the organization.Required Skills & ExperienceStrong Python software development experience Hands-on experience building automated test frameworks using pytest Background developing and maintaining automated tests for backend systems, APIs, data pipelines, or ETL processes Experience writing production-quality code and participating in code reviews Knowledge of software version control systems such as Git Experience validating data integrity, data quality, and complex business workflows Familiarity with PostgreSQL or similar relational databases Understanding of CI/CD concepts and automated deployment pipelines Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills Ability to work effectively within cross-functional engineering teams Desired Skills & ExperienceExperience supporting enterprise-scale financial or data-driven applications Exposure to cloud-based development environments Knowledge of test automation strategies across frontend, backend, API, and data platforms Experience creating reusable testing utilities and shared automation components Familiarity with release management and deployment validation activities Understanding of software quality metrics and testing best practices What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown50% Python Development & Test Framework Engineering 25% Data Validation, Database Testing & ETL Quality Assurance 15% API & Backend Service Testing 10% CI/CD, Release Support & Process Improvements Daily Responsibilities70% Hands-On Development & Automation Engineering 10% Test Strategy & Technical Planning 20% Team Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Posted By: Kaylyn Romano