Automation Test Lead

Job Description :Automation Testing for Financial Instruments Using TestComplete & PythonExperience: Sr Resource (10+ years of Experience )Jr Resource ( 6-8 years of Experience ) Location: Bangalore India.The office location is Capco Office : Sajapur Area Bangalore. Initially it will be remote. But the company may mandate for 3 days in office next year. 1.2 ObjectiveTo design, develop, and maintain an end-to-end automation testing framework and regression suite using TestComplete and Python for critical financial applications that support trading, processing, and reporting of Equity, Fixed Income, and Complex Derivative instruments.1.3 Financial Instruments in ScopeEquities (e.g., stocks, ETFs)Fixed Income (e.g., corporate bonds, government bonds, T-bills)Complex Derivatives (e.g., options, swaps, futures, credit default swaps, structured products)1.4 Modules / Functional Areas CoveredTrade Order Capture and ValidationTrade Lifecycle Events (e.g., execution, settlement, corporate actions)Pricing and Valuation EnginesRisk and Compliance ChecksPosition and PnL ReportsMarket Data Feeds and Integration TestingUI Components (dashboards, trade blotters, reconciliation tools)Static and Reference Data Validation (e.g., instrument master)1.5 Tools & TechnologiesAutomation Tool: TestComplete (using Python and/or JScript)Scripting Language: Python 3.xTest Management: TestRail / Zephyr / JiraCI/CD: Jenkins / Azure DevOps / GitHub ActionsSource Control: Git, BitbucketReporting: TestComplete native reports, Allure (optional)Data Validation: SQL, Pandas, Excel (for comparison logic)DescriptionTest Automation Strategy DocumentOutlining framework, tools, scope, coverage, and roadmapTest FrameworkHybrid framework (keyword + data driven) in TestComplete using PythonAutomated Test ScriptsScripts for trading, pricing, risk workflows across all instrumentsData Management UtilitiesPython scripts for test data generation and result validationRegression SuiteFull automated regression pack for core trading scenariosCI/CD IntegrationAutomation hooks inJenkins/Azure pipelinesTest ReportsExecution logs, defect summary, screenshots, and detailed result reportsMaintenance PlanMonthly/quarterly updates for framework and test casesResource Skill Sets:Core Technical Skills for Python Software Engg with Automation Experience with Test Complete 1. Core Technical Skills Python DevelopmentProficient in Python 3.xSolid understanding of:Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)Exception handling and logging (logging, traceback)Writing reusable, modular codeFamiliar with:REST API consumption using requests or httpxWorking with JSON, CSV, and ExcelData analysis using pandas (basic level)Version control with GitTestComplete – Functional & UI AutomationHands-on experience with:Recording and enhancing scripts using Python/JScript/VBScriptCreating and maintaining keyword-driven and data-driven testsObject identification using Name Mapping and Object SpyDynamic object handling and synchronization strategiesTest Execution:Batch runs, distributed testing, and test logsReporting & defect logging integration (e.g., Jira, TestRail)Integration:TestComplete with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps)Git for test scripts and configurations2. Financial Domain AwarenessGeneral understanding of:Financial transactions, account management systemsTrade lifecycle or payment processing workflowsRegulatory compliance sensitivity (e.g., PII, audit trails)Exposure to testing:Banking portals or internal trading appsFinancial reports & dashboardsSecure login/authentication flows 3. Automation Testing PracticesStrong grasp of:Test case design: positive, negative, boundary casesTest planning, execution, and defect lifecycleRegression and smoke testingWorking knowledge of:PyTest or unittest for API/backend validationJSON/XML validation, API assertionsTest data management (mocking, stubbing, masking)Strong problem-solving and debugging skillsDetail-oriented test execution and documentationCollaboration with QA leads, developers, and business analystsWillingness to learn finance-specific logic and business flowsGood verbal and written communication (especially for defect reporting and documentation)