Test Automation Engineer

Geode Capital Management, LLC is seeking a Test Automation Engineer (TAE) to work within the Test Automation Team which sits within the Quality Chapter. As TAE, you will contribute to the development of a plan to integrate automated testing within the testing process here at Geode. The TAE will participate in the evaluation of tools and technology for automation that best fits the organization and projects therein. The TAE will contribute to creating an approach and methodology for building a test automation architecture. This role will work with the Principal Test Automation Engineer to design and develop (new or modified) test automation solutions that implement the test strategy and approach. Further, the TAE will enable the transition of testing team to become more effective by providing an ability to scale our regression testing capabilities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit team that is growing and maturing. In this role, the TAE will get to work with knowledgeable individuals who are passionate about testing and putting out quality products and features. The ideal TAE is someone who can come in and contribute to the test automation effort from infancy to maturity. If you are passionate about your craft, we are excited to have you join our growing and maturing team!

This is a hybrid work environment opportunity with a weekly in-office schedule of Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with remote work availability on Mondays and Fridays.

Qualifications: 

• This is an individual contributor who enjoys collaborating with colleagues
• Strong technical expertise and a firm understanding of computer science with practical experience building out test automation frameworks that are efficient, effective, practical, and scalable
• Knowledge of DevSecOps and CI/CD and be able to work collaboratively with the Platform Services team
• Practical experience working with the full SDLC including coding and testing standards as well as source control management, build processes, testing processes
• Experience with developing cloud solutions on AWS and working with containers, and CI/CD tools. 
• Practical experience or a technical degree is necessary
• Technical Skills: Python, Java, SQL and Linux 
• Analytical Skills: Prioritize overall needs of the organization or project to determine the biggest value of what can be automated. 
• Communication Skills: Effectively collaborate with stakeholders to support the objective function of the test automation team 

Responsibilities: 

• Contribute to the design, development, implementation, buildout, and maintenance of the test automation solutions
• Spearhead, support, and influence best practices that contribute to the quality of the product 
• Serve as a member of the Automation Guild and work within the Quality Chapter’s automation team to support squad and cross-squad work
• Work with stakeholders on prioritized test efforts by implementing automated testing solutions that achieve the automation strategy and approach for the distinct test types, initially focusing on integration testing such as ETL and API tests
• Aim to maximize test coverage for the most critical features of the SUT or project
• Participate in and contribute to the defect management process 
• Work cross collaboratively on CI/CD pipelines 
• Conduct exploratory testing as needed and/or required

Company Overview:

Founded in 2001, Geode is headquartered in Boston’s financial district, the center of one of the world’s most vibrant finance and technology hubs and employs approximately 170 employees. 

Geode is an institutional asset manager providing core beta exposures across a range of equity and niche asset classes, with over $1 trillion in AUM as of March 31, 2024. With a robust infrastructure and experienced investment professionals, Geode offers the scale of a large asset management firm with the benefits of a smaller organization.
Geode is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and support a diversified work environment. Learn more about Geode at www.geodecapital.com/careers.