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SDET - Hybrid:
New York, United States
DIRECT HIRE
  • TERMS: direct hire
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 NYC or Greenwich, 3 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:
New York, United States
DIRECT HIRE
  • TERMS: direct hire
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, 3 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
  

Performance Test Engineer - Vice President - Hybrid
New York, United States
DIRECT HIRE
  • TERMS: direct hire

Performance Test Engineer - Vice President - Hybrid

This FTE position is with our direct client, who is at the forefront of transforming the financial services industry, providing a cutting-edge platform for alternative investment opportunities. We are looking for a Performance Test Engineer to join the team and help ensure the platform is scalable, reliable, and performant. If you're a passionate, hands-on technical leader with a deep understanding of performance testing and automation frameworks, this is your chance to make an impact.

About the Role

As a lead Performance Test Engineer, you will take charge of developing and optimizing performance test frameworks while collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Development, QA, and DevOps. You’ll bring hands-on experience with agile methodologies and engineering best practices, working closely with engineers and product managers to deliver exceptional software quality.

We’re looking for a blend of technical SDET expertise, leadership skills, and a proven ability to implement and enhance automation frameworks. This role requires you to design and execute sophisticated performance testing strategies, analyze results, and drive system improvements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Performance Testing:

  • Develop and maintain performance test scripts using tools like k6, JMeter, Locust, and Lighthouse.
  • Execute diverse performance testing scenarios, including load testing, stress testing, spike testing, and endurance testing.

  • Monitoring and Analysis:

  • Utilize Grafana for monitoring and visualizing performance metrics, integrating with tools like Prometheus.
  • Analyze test results to identify bottlenecks, recommend optimizations, and enhance system performance.

  • Collaboration & Integration:

  • Collaborate with developers, architects, and product teams to ensure performance requirements are met.
  • Work with DevOps to integrate performance testing into the CI/CD pipeline.
  • Provide actionable feedback to optimize application scalability and reliability.

  • UI & Load Testing:

  • Conduct UI load testing to ensure optimal user experience under varying conditions.

  • Reporting & Insights:

  • Generate detailed performance reports, highlighting trends, insights, and areas for improvement.
  • Communicate findings effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders. What We're Looking For

    We’re seeking a results-driven professional with a blend of hands-on technical skills and leadership experience.

    Required Skills & Qualifications:

    • Experience:

    • 10–12 years in QA, including 3–5 years of hands-on performance testing and engineering experience.

  • Technical Expertise:

  • Proficient in tools like k6 and JMeter; experience with Locust and Lighthouse is a plus.
  • Strong scripting skills in Node.js (for k6) and familiarity with languages like Python or Groovy.
  • Solid understanding of HTTP protocols, REST APIs, and microservices architecture.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).

  • Monitoring & Optimization:

  • Expertise in Grafana, Prometheus, and APM solutions like New Relic.

  • Problem-Solving & Communication:

  • Exceptional analytical skills to diagnose and resolve performance issues.
  • Strong communication skills, capable of articulating technical findings to diverse audiences.

  • Bonus Points:

  • Experience with UI load testing tools like Lighthouse or HP LoadRunner.
  • Background in building performance monitoring and alerting systems. Why Join Us?

    This company fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth. You'll work with a team of talented professionals dedicated to redefining industry standards, all while enjoying competitive benefits, ongoing development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture.

    This is a hybrid position, 4 days a week in the mid-town NYC location very conveniently located near Grand Central Station, and the ability to work from home on Fridays.    Ready to Apply?

    If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration!


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    Senior IT Portfolio Manager (Contractor) - Hybrid
    White Plains, New York, United States
    CONTRACT
    • TERMS: contract

    Senior IT Portfolio Manager (Contractor)

    Location: Hybrid 3 days/week onsite, White Plains, NY

    Type: Contract - 3-6 months to start, possibility for extension

    About the Role:

    For our direct client, a successful leader in their field, we are seeking an experienced Senior IT Portfolio Manager to partner with executive leadership and bring structure, strategy, and clarity to a dynamic IT project portfolio. This is a high-impact contractor role designed to help the CIO and executive team prioritize and organize initiatives, enabling effective decision-making and alignment with strategic goals.

    As the Senior IT Portfolio Manager, you will collaborate closely with the Director, Office of the CIO, the CIO, and key stakeholders to assess, structure, and communicate the current project portfolio. This role requires strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, as well as the ability to establish trust and credibility with senior IT and business leaders.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Portfolio Organization & Prioritization:

    • Build and maintain a structured IT project portfolio using tools like SmartSheets (or Excel).
    • Collaborate with the CIO and executive team to evaluate, prioritize, and align projects with business objectives.
    • Develop and continuously update portfolio artifacts, including dashboards, reports, and presentations for executive review.

  • Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Engage with senior IT executives and cross-functional business leaders to gather input and drive consensus on project priorities.
  • Facilitate portfolio discussions, ensuring clear communication of progress, challenges, and resource needs.

  • Process Improvement:

  • Establish and document best practices for portfolio management tailored to the organization’s needs.
  • Recommend governance processes to streamline decision-making and improve transparency across the portfolio.

  • Communication & Reporting:

  • Create executive-level PowerPoint presentations and reports to articulate portfolio updates, risks, and priorities effectively.
  • Serve as a key communicator, ensuring stakeholders remain informed and aligned on IT project initiatives. Qualifications:

    • Experience:

    • Proven track record as a Senior IT Portfolio Manager (not a Project Manager) with experience working at a strategic, high-level capacity.
    • Strong background in collaborating with C-level executives and senior stakeholders.
    • Familiarity with portfolio management tools such as SmartSheets or advanced proficiency with Excel.

  • Skills:

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft impactful executive presentations.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to organize complex information into actionable insights.
  • Hands-on experience with portfolio management and a talent for building structure in dynamic environments.

  • Attributes:

  • Gravitas and professionalism to engage with senior leaders and drive consensus.
  • Proactive problem solver with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with cross-functional teams. Preferred Qualifications:
    • Familiarity with IT portfolio governance frameworks and tools.
    • Experience in IT transformation or large-scale portfolio restructuring.
    • Knowledge of project management methodologies and performance reporting systems (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

    Why Join?

    This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to an evolving IT organization, bringing clarity and structure to a vital area of the business. Your expertise will directly influence key decisions, improve operational efficiency, and ensure that IT initiatives drive strategic value.

    Apply today for immediate consideration!  


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    Sr. DevOps/SRE - Hybrid:
    New York , New York, United States
    DIRECT HIRE
    • TERMS: direct hire
    Sr. DevOps/SRE  – Hybrid: Our direct client, a fast-growing FinTech firm in New York City, is looking for a Senior DevOps/SRE Engineer to develop and maintain the production and development environments for a multi-party application. This role will utilize strong DevOps principles and advanced cloud capabilities to facilitate the infrastructure and automated CI/CD for a distributed ledger platform. The ideal candidate is a highly collaborative, creative, and intellectually curious DevOps Engineer. The person in this role should have solid experience in Site Reliability Engineering and is passionate about forming and implementing cutting-edge cloud computing capabilities.  2 or 3 days onsite work in the NYC midtown office is required.  Base salary is in the $160-200K range DOE, plus generous bonus and stock options.    Responsibilities 
    • Design, implement, and manage AWS cloud infrastructure using Terraform and CloudFormation. 
    • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab for seamless code deployment and integration. 
    • Collaborate with blockchain engineers to ensure optimal performance and security of the distributed ledger technology (DLT). 
    • Monitor system performance using Grafana, Prometheus, and Datadog, and proactively address system issues. 
    • Ensure high availability and reliability of the application across the end-to-end tech stacks. 
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand needs and deliver solutions that meet business objectives. 
    • Lead and mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. 
      Qualifications 
    • 8+ years of experience in DevOps, TechOps, or SRE, including at least 5 years working with AWS 
    • Strong desire to experience microservices in a production environment, particularly with Docker and Kubernetes 
    • Strong Linux OS-level, command-line and scripting knowledge (e.g., Bash, Python), and configuration management principles 
    • Applicants should have a working knowledge of databases such as MongoDB, Postgres, and DynamoDB 
    • Experience in architecting, implementing, and managing monitoring tools such as Prometheus/Grafana, CloudWatch, Splunk, Datadog, NewRelic, and ELK in the cloud 
    • Experience with compute provisioning on Cloud-based platforms using Terraform and/or CloudFormation 
    • Exceptional analytical skills, able to apply knowledge and experience in decision-making to arrive at creative and commercial solutions 
    • Experience in building a Microservice-based architecture 
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
    • Able to design and implement complex, but easily managed, automated infrastructure 
    • A desire to share knowledge, teach, and learn as part of a collaborative team 
    • AWS certifications are a plus 
    • Experience developing or integrating with blockchain applications is preferred, but not required 

    Coupa Consultant - Remote:
    New York, United States
    CONTRACT
    • TERMS: contract
    Sr. Coupa Consultant - Remote: Our direct client, a fast-growing fintech firm NYC, is seeking a Sr. Coupa Consultant to join the Corporate Finance team.  This role will directly support the company’s Coupa implementation and other financial transformation initiatives by adapting technology to match business processes through system administration and change management.  The individual will work closely with the Finance team to support end users and maintain existing business software while also acting as a key contributor on various technical enhancement projects.  The primary focus will be on Coupa, NetSuite, and related applications. This contract position is for 6 months with likely extension thereafter.    Although this position can be performed remotely, the client’s offices are located in NYC, Greenwich, CT, and Princeton, NJ. Therefore, availability during Eastern Time business hours is required.  In addition to having strong hands-on Coupa skills, the ideal candidate will be an expert program manager, capable of organizing and structuring a large portfolio of concurrent projects. This role will lead and execute the implementation of project best practices while balancing SDLC considerations. This person will have a passion for efficient systems and thoughtful design. This individual should be comfortable conducting information gathering across all areas of the organization and should be able to synthesize that information into clear business process documentation. The candidate will possess strong expertise in both Coupa and ideally NetSuite as well, be well versed in the entire P2P lifecycle, and possess basic understanding of financial accounting, and a company understanding of data fundamentals. Responsibilities
    • Lead and manage large-scale implementation, and enhancement projects; objectives, timelines, resources, risks, statuses, action items, key decisions, business readiness, etc.
    • Design, build, and manage integrations between Coupa and NetSuite and other financial systems.
    • Serve as a Coupa Subject Matter Expert (SME), driving enhancements and shaping the strategic direction of the application.
    • Serve as a PMP on multiple initiatives across various teams to implement projects, integrations, system enhancements, data stewardship, etc.
    • Set meeting agendas, track meeting minutes and action items.
    • Act as a liaison between Finance, Technology, Data, and other cross-functional teams.
    • Lead project management with third parties and consulting teams.
    • Coordinate scheduling and communications for system upgrades and deployments.
    • Identify process efficiencies and make recommendations on process improvements.
    • Manage business requirements documents along with policies, procedures, processes and communications.
    • Assist with Coupa administration and provide support for ticket resolution.
    Qualifications
    • Experienced Coupa administrator
    • Coupa certification is preferred
    • 10+ years of full cycle software implementation projects
    • 6+ years of experience in a related field
    • Project manager on at least 5 full implementations
    • PMP is preferred
    • Experience working with NetSuite is preferred
    • Consistently strong communicator across audiences of various sizes and levels of the organization
    • Comfortable with constructive conflict and outcome-focused debate
    • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve ad hoc requests
    • Experience supporting integrations is a plus
    • Accounting/finance related experience is preferred
    • Understanding of accounting and security controls
    • Experience with M&A activities (process adaptation, data migration, etc.) is preferred
    Immediate interview and start - send resume today for immediate consideration!