Senior Technical Specialist
United Kingdom
Job Description
Senior Technical Specialist
Greater London, England

Job Summary

Lead Java in Test (SDET) Engineer responsible for driving test automation, quality engineering practices, and testing strategy for the RMS Trade Processing platform. The role focuses on building scalable automation frameworks, ensuring end-to-end quality, and supporting the delivery of complex OTC derivatives and trade processing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Lead the design, development, and maintenance of Java-based test automation frameworks.
  2. Define and implement quality engineering strategies across the software development lifecycle.
  3. Develop and maintain automated functional, integration, regression, API, UI, and end-to-end test suites.
  4. Drive continuous improvements in testing tools, processes, environments, and quality standards.
  5. Create and maintain test strategy, automation, and operational documentation.
  6. Collaborate with development, business, and QA teams to ensure high-quality software delivery.

Support defect analysis, root cause investigation, and implementation of preventive measures

Skill Requirements

  1. Strong experience in Java-based test automation (8+ years).
  2. Expertise in Cucumber and modern test automation frameworks.
  3. Experience building scalable automation frameworks for enterprise applications.
  4. Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming, design patterns, and software engineering principles.
  5. Hands-on experience with Oracle SQL and database testing.

Ability to design and implement comprehensive functional and non-functional test strategies

Other Requirements

  1. Experience in Capital Markets, Trade Processing, or OTC Derivatives environments preferred.
  2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  3. Experience working in Agile delivery teams.
  4. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to drive quality initiatives and continuous improvement programs

Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026 totaled $14.8 billion.