Head of Software Development Engineer for Test

Responsibilities

• Own and execute the vision for a unified, cross-asset QA and automation strategy across equities and options
• Lead the build-out and standardization of a scalable test harness
• Drive the organization toward a mature, automation-first testing model
• Establish and enforce a comprehensive regression testing framework
• Evaluate and evolve current tooling including Selenium and DSL frameworks
• Ensure QA environments mirror production in strength and resiliency
• Partner with Engineering and Product to translate requirements into test coverage
• Leverage modern tools and AI-assisted testing approaches
• Unify and scale a QA team into a cohesive organization
• Mentor and develop existing QA leads and managers

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Engineering
• Direct experience supporting equities and options trading systems
• Proven track record implementing automation programs in regulated, low-latency environments
• Experience building or leading development of a test harness at scale
• Strong understanding of exchange, trading platform, or market infrastructure
• Proficiency with Java and C-based applications
• Experience managing QA teams of 15–30+ people
• Ability to balance technical depth with strategic leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with KDB

Benefits

• New hire stock equity (RSUs)
• 401K employer match
• Unlimited PTO
• 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision
• OneMedical membership
• 16 weeks parental leave
• Learning stipend
• Commuter benefits

About the Company

IEX (IEX Group, Inc.) is an exchange operator and technology company dedicated to innovating for performance in capital markets. Founded in 2012, IEX launched a new kind of securities exchange in 2016 that combines a transparent business model and unique architecture designed to protect investors.