Mariah Szarek

SDET – Hybrid: Our direct client, a fast-growing FinTech firm, is looking for a Software Developer in Test (SDET).   In this role, you’ll bring practical knowledge of agile development methodologies and engineering best practices. You’ll work closely with the Development and Testing team. The ideal candidate would be an independent individual contributor who can understand existing automation test frameworks and has an ability to enhance and implement the same and should also be able to work with other engineers and product managers to support feature-based testing. This position can be in either the NYC or Greenwich, CT office - 4 days per week onsite is expected.  Base salary in the $110-145K range, DOE plus generous bonus and stock options.   Responsibilities

• Build and implement robust automated test suites.
• Integration of automated test suites with the current build and deployment processes.
• Maintenance of automated tests to accommodate changes in system design and architecture.
• Integration of Automation framework with existing tools (JIRA).
• Create/Manage/Utilize Defect workflows with automated test execution.
• Design and publish meaningful metric to support automation test creation and execution.
• Build and implement performance test suites.
• Perform all types of testing – Functional. API, Automation, Performance and Load.

Qualifications

• 3 - 10 years of experience with QA engineering delivery experience
• 3+ years of delivery within Agile SDLC/teams ideally with CICD
• Programming experience in Java with focus on behavior driven development (BDD) and test-driven development (TDD) and design patterns, ideally within continuous integration (CICD)
• Experience with Java microservices and REST APIs and exposure to React front end
• Agile development approach
• Technologies: Java, JavaScript, IntelliJ/Eclipse
• CI/CD: Maven, Sonar, Git, Teamcity/Jenkins, Docker
• Exposure to banking and/or finance environments preferred
• Testing: Junit, WebdriverIO, Protractor, JMeter or similar

Lead SDET – Hybrid: Our direct client, a fast-growing FinTech firm, is looking for a Lead Software Developer in Test (SDET).  In this role, you’ll bring practical knowledge of agile development methodologies and engineering best practices. As a Software Developer in Test (SDET), you’ll work closely with the Development and Testing team. The ideal candidate would be a combination of a hands-on developer who has some managerial experience, and who can understand existing automation test frameworks and has an ability to enhance and implement the same and should also be able to work with other engineers and product managers to support feature-based testing. This position can be in NYC or Greenwich, CT, 4 days per week onsite is expected.  Base salary in the $150-170K range, DOE plus generous bonus and stock options.   Responsibilities

• Managing a mid sized team
• Build and implement robust automated test suites.
• Integration of automated test suites with the current build and deployment processes.
• Maintenance of automated tests to accommodate changes in system design and architecture.
• Integration of Automation framework with existing tools (JIRA).
• Create/Manage/Utilize Defect workflows with automated test execution.
• Design and publish meaningful metric to support automation test creation and execution.
• Build and implement performance test suites.
• Perform all types of testing – Functional. API, Automation, Performance and Load

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with QA engineering delivery experience
• 4+ years of delivery within Agile SDLC/teams ideally with CICD
• Experience managing a team
• Programming experience in Java with focus on behavior driven development (BDD) and test-driven development (TDD) and design patterns, ideally within continuous integration (CICD)
• Experience with Java microservices and REST APIs and exposure to React front end
• Agile development approach
• Technologies: Java, JavaScript, IntelliJ/Eclipse
• CICD: Maven, Sonar, Git, Teamcity/Jenkins, Docker
• Exposure to banking and/or finance environments preferred
• Testing: Junit, WebdriverIO, Protractor, JMeter or similar

  

Site Reliability Engineer - Assistant Vice President - Hybrid

About the Role

The Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team plays a critical role in ensuring the firm's platform delivers consistent and reliable service to its clients. This position sits at the intersection of software engineering and operations, applying engineering principles to infrastructure challenges. The ideal candidate will design and implement scalable systems, develop observability solutions that provide actionable insights, and automate processes to enhance platform reliability. The company is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer who takes a systematic approach to reliability, can translate business requirements into technical solutions, and excels at strengthening complex systems. 

This position is based in either the Greenwich, CT or NYC (Midtown) office, with an expectation of being on-site 4 days per week. Employees in this role will work in the office Monday-Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain service level objectives (SLOs) that align with business goals and customer expectations.
• Develop observability strategies, focusing on meaningful metrics that drive actionable insights.
• Architect and implement scalable infrastructure solutions using cloud-native technologies and infrastructure as code.
• Drive automation initiatives to eliminate toil and improve system reliability.
• Champion reliability best practices across development teams through consultation and tooling.
• Design and operation of a Kubernetes environment for container management and orchestration. 
• Lead incident response, conduct thorough postmortems, and drive systematic improvements.
• Participate in on-call rotations with a focus on continuous service improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of SRE experience or related experience with 3+ years in AWS
• Strong experience with container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes and related ecosystem tools
• Working knowledge of databases such as MongoDB, Postgres, DynamoDB 
• Strong foundation in reliability engineering principles and distributed systems behavior
• Experience defining and implementing SLOs/SLIs and using them to drive system improvements
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement observability solutions that provide actionable insights while minimizing alert fatigue
• Coding abilities in at least one IaC language, with Terraform strongly preferred and one programming language such as Python, Ruby or Java with a focus on maintainable, tested code
• Understand modern observability practices and experience implementing and maintaining monitoring solutions such as Prometheus/Grafana, Splunk, NewRelic, CloudWatch, and ELK in the cloud
• Strong incident response skills with experience leading incident retrospectives and driving improvements
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and experience debugging distributed systems
• Track record of successfully automating operations and reducing toil
• Strong communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

 

Benefits

The base salary for this role ranges from $120,000 to $160,000, depending on experience. The firm provides a competitive compensation package, which includes salary, equity for all full-time employees, and an annual performance bonus. Employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package, featuring an employer-matched retirement plan, heavily subsidized healthcare, 100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage, telemedicine and virtual mental health counseling, parental leave, and unlimited paid time off (PTO). 

If this aligns with your expertise, apply today for immediate consideration!

 

 

Job Title: Senior Director - Azure Software Product Development Location: Northern NJ (Hybrid, 3+ days/week onsite) Type: Contract-to-Hire (3–6 months conversion window) Overview: For our direct client, a leading global professional services company, we seek a high-caliber IT leader to help drive the next phase of growth for a large-scale software product development initiative. This role is ideal for a strategic, execution-focused professional with deep experience managing complex, Azure-based product development programs across global teams. Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a large, multi-track software development program, managing multiple solution teams across various application development streams.
• Define and evolve the product vision in alignment with business strategy and customer needs.
• Drive planning, execution, and delivery across Azure-based development projects, ensuring alignment with technical and business goals.
• Collaborate closely with global stakeholders, engineering, and product leadership to ensure cohesive execution.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within a hybrid work environment.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience leading complex, enterprise-scale software development programs.
• Proven success delivering cloud-native solutions on Microsoft Azure.
• Strong global delivery experience, including working with distributed teams and international stakeholders.
• Background in product management and product strategy, ideally in a consulting or enterprise SaaS environment.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Must be able to work onsite in the Northern NJ office at least 3 days per week.

Engagement Details:

• Initial contract with intention to convert to full-time after 3–6 months.
• High-visibility role working directly with executive leadership.
• Opportunity to shape the future of a strategic product for a world-class organization.

Engineering Manager / Lead Full Stack Engineer - Vice President  About the Role Are you a passionate engineering leader who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments? We're on the lookout for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a dynamic, medium-to-large software engineering team through the full software development lifecycle (SDLC). In this role, you’ll navigate the complexities of a large-scale organization, drive innovation across cross-functional teams, and help shape the future of our enterprise SaaS products. This is a full-time opportunity with our direct client, a fast-growing Fintech company, based in Midtown Manhattan. Employees in this role will work in the office Monday-Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday. What You’ll Do

• Lead by example—write clean, scalable, high-quality code using modern best practices and design patterns.
• Inspire and guide your team with deep technical knowledge and mentorship rooted in strong software engineering principles.
• Drive agile practices using frameworks like Scrum and Kanban, ensuring smooth and efficient delivery.
• Take charge of technical design, upholding architecture and security standards throughout all phases of development.
• Oversee day-to-day team operations, lead major system buildouts, and clearly define team goals and deliverables.
• Foster a culture of alignment—ensure everyone understands the mission, owns their contributions, and embraces agile ceremonies.
• Champion cross-team collaboration and help new team members integrate and thrive.
• Act as a mentor and mediator—facilitate planning with stakeholders and encourage productive, respectful team communication.
• Promote our core values, build a positive and inclusive team culture, and lead with empathy and emotional intelligence.
• Partner closely with Product Managers to define the roadmap, align on priorities, and deliver exceptional value to our users.

What You Bring

• 10+ years of hands-on experience building robust, cloud-based enterprise SaaS solutions.
• 8+ years of Ruby on Rails development experience.
• 5+ years of experience developing with React in modern front-end environments.
• 5+ years of building test automation frameworks with tools like RSpec, Cucumber, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of relational databases and data modeling (Postgres, MongoDB a plus).
• Proven success leading cross-functional technology teams in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.
• Comfortable working within Agile or Kanban frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills, problem-solving mindset, and a team-first attitude.
• Experience in Financial Services is a plus!

Why You’ll Love It Here You’ll have the opportunity to shape cutting-edge software used by major players in the industry, lead an incredible team of engineers, and work with smart, passionate colleagues in a supportive and innovative environment. If you're ready to make a real impact while growing your leadership career, we’d love to hear from you! Benefits The base salary range for this role is $170,000 to $210,000 depending on experience level.  The company offers a compensation package which includes salary, equity, and an annual performance bonus. Employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes an employer matched retirement plan, generously subsidized healthcare with 100% employer paid dental, vision, telemedicine, and virtual mental health counseling, parental leave, and unlimited paid time off (PTO).