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Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

Hybrid

Manhattan, United states

Freelance

10-09-2025

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Skills

Python Java Test Selenium Problem-solving Attention to detail Analytical Skills

Job Specifications

Automation QA Engineer - FX & Low Latency

Downtown New York | 2 Days On-Site per Week | Contract - C2C - 6 Month Intial Contract

We're seeking an experienced Automation QA Engineer with strong knowledge of Foreign Exchange (FX) trading systems and low-latency environments to join our client's dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of financial technology, ensuring the reliability and performance of mission-critical trading platforms.

What You'll Do

Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for FX trading systems.
Validate performance and stability of low-latency applications under real-world conditions.
Collaborate closely with developers, quants, and traders to identify issues and improve quality.
Drive best practices in automation and QA across the engineering team.

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in Automation QA within FX trading or financial services.
Strong understanding of low-latency systems and performance-critical environments.
Proficiency with automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar) and scripting (Python, Java, or similar).
Knowledge of FIX protocol and trading workflows is highly desirable.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.

Why Apply?

Join a forward-thinking team shaping the future of FX trading technology.
Flexible engagement: only 2 days per week onsite in downtown New York, with the rest remote.
Competitive compensation and the chance to make an impact in a high-performance environment.

If you're passionate about ensuring the reliability of fast, complex financial systems and want flexibility in your working schedule, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note candidate with H1B Visas cannot be considered at this point.

About the Company

Welcome to develop. We are a leading contributor to the software engineering community and a disruptive recruitment business comprised of eight specialised brands: develop .NET, develop Java, develop Python, develop PHP, develop JavaScript, develop DevOps, develop Change, and develop Technology. At develop, we scale the software engineering teams that shape our world. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our three key USPs: 1. Specialised Knowledge: All our Consultants learn to code in the language they recruit fo... Know more