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Software Development Engineers in Test (Python)

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About the role

The Role:

Our team is expanding and we are hiring several high caliber SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) - Python to join our fast-growing team. You will work with world class specialists in a friendly, supportive and open-minded environment on challenging goals that will help you to grow professionally and achieve new technical levels. This role will focus on improving and monitoring product quality via test automation framework development and test coverage extension for functional and performance suits. You will work with the most valuable part of the product - a Forex brokerage core. If you enjoy working with pure API, Python, cutting-edge technologies, Kafka and AWS, this role is for you.

The main responsibilities of the position include:

Work in close cooperation with the development team to enhance software delivery and quality throughout the entire software development cycle

Understand and translate high level business requirements to technical requirements

Advise on efficient performance testing strategies for enhancing delivery and quality throughout the full software development cycle

Develop formal test procedures and test plans from internal product design documentation as well as from external certification requirements

Design, develop and modify functional and performance automation tests

Design and implement test automation framework, required libraries and auto-tests

Develop emulators for mobile testing

Build CI/CD pipelines and integrate automation scripts into CI tools

Manage any issues that may arise and drive resolutions throughout the testing process

Share technical expertise with the rest of the QA team  

Actively participate in the Software Development Life Cycle and Software Testing Life Cycle 

Main requirements:

BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering or similar

Minimum 2 years of comprehensive experience in quality assurance

Minimum 2 years of practical experience in Python development

Strong hands-on experience in designing and developing automated tests using Python

Strong technical background

Experience in testing REST API

Confident knowledge of Git

Experience in agile software development methodologies and testing procedures

Strong interpersonal skills

Very good written and verbal skills in English  

The following will be considered an advantage:

Experience with testing framework development

Experience with asynchronous and multithreading programming

Experience in testing web sockets

Experience with Docker

Experience with  Grafana

Experience in performance testing

Experience in the Finance/Forex domain 

Benefit from:

Attractive remuneration package plus performance related reward

Intellectually stimulating work environment

Continuous personal development and international training opportunities

The Hiring Experience: What Awaits You

Let’s Connect – Intro Chat with Talent Acquisition

Deep Dive – First Interview with Your Future Team

Final Connection – Final Interview

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality!

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Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Software Development Engineers in Test (Python) role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at XM?
  3. Which of API integration, Figma and Finance have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with API integration, Figma and Finance.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Software Development Engineers in Test (Python) role because I can bring practical experience in API integration, Figma and Finance, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes XM needs from this hire.

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