QA engineer (auto) for trading platforms

IC, a global leader in trading with over 15 years of success, a strong international presence, and a team of skilled professionals, remains at the forefront of financial technology innovation. As a Senior QA Automation Engineer at IC Markets, you will be a hands-on technical contributor responsible for designing, building, and maintaining automation frameworks across our web-based trading platforms and internal tooling.

• Design and execute load and stress testing suites using k6 and JMeter, validating platform behaviour under peak traffic conditions and defining performance benchmarks for release sign-off.
• Collaborate with Cloud and DevOps teams to integrate automated testing within AWS-based staging and PreProd environments.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans covering functional, regression, performance, and security testing for trading platforms and client-facing web properties.
• Conduct cross-browser and cross-device testing, including mobile via BrowserStack, ensuring consistent user experiences across devices and browsers.
• Perform API testing using Postman with automated monitor collections and Slack-integrated alerting.
• Support formal release sign-off processes with structured test cycles, defect traceability, and documented approval gates before production deployments.
• Drive adoption of AI-assisted testing workflows, including automated test case generation, intelligent ticket triage, and LLM-powered test coverage analysis integrated into our SDLC.
• Build and maintain automation agents using tools such as n8n, Claude, and OpenAI APIs to automate repetitive QA tasks, including regression suite triage, Jira ticket processing, and test report summarisation.
• Continuously improve test efficiency and reliability through tooling improvements, smarter test selection, and automation of manual workflows.

• Extensive hands-on experience with Playwright for end-to-end web automation, with a strong focus on scalability, reliability, and cross-browser and cross-device compatibility, including BrowserStack integration.
• Proficiency in CI/CD tools, particularly GitHub Actions, and in integrating automated web tests into cloud-based deployment pipelines.
• Solid background in API testing using Postman with automated monitor collections, and performance/load testing using k6, with experience designing realistic load scenarios and interpreting results for release decisions.
• Experience with test management platforms, preferably QMetry for Jira, including test plan creation, cycle management, execution tracking, and defect traceability reporting.
• Demonstrated experience integrating AI and LLM-based tools (such as Claude, OpenAI) into QA workflows, including building automation agents and AI-assisted testing pipelines.
• A minimum of 5 years of QA experience, with at least 2 years in a senior automation engineering role and significant exposure to complex, high-availability platforms in regulated or financial services environments.
• Proven ability to deliver quality automation solutions in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues across multiple layers of technology.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, distributed team environment.
• Self-driven and detail-oriented, with a passion for quality engineering and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Будет плюсом: Experience in financial services, forex, or CFD trading platforms is strongly preferred

• 09:00 - 17:00 (Hybrid Model: 3 days from office, 2 days from home)
• Competitive Pay
• Career Growth – Your journey is important. We’re here to support your development with ongoing learning and clear paths to advancement.
• Work-Life Balance – Time to rest is time to thrive. With 22 days of annual leave, your personal life is respected and prioritised.
• Wellness & Healthcare – Health comes first. Enjoy 12 paid sick days and full medical insurance coverage after 6 months, because your well-being is our priority.
• Future Security – We’re invested in your tomorrow. Participate in our Group Savings and Life Insurance Plan after 6 months.
• Snack Hub – We care about your daily comfort. Our fully stocked kitchen keeps you energised with fresh fruit, snacks, and beverages.
• Lunch on Us – Nourishment and connection matter. Enjoy a delicious daily lunch buffet with teammates.
• Paid Overtime – Your extra effort doesn’t go unnoticed. We recognise and reward the time you put in.
• Learning & Development – We believe in your potential. Dedicated budgets support your upskilling and curiosity.
• Referral Bonus – People matter here. Bring in great talent and get rewarded for growing our community.
• Team Spirit – Culture is everything. Join a team that celebrates together through events and team-building activities.
• Fitness & Recreation – Stay active and refreshed with access to gym facilities, organised sports, and relaxing spa treatments.
• Unwind Fridays – We’re human too. Enjoy a relaxed Friday drink with colleagues to close the week on a high note.