Software Development Engineer in Test

 The Opportunity 

ACA believes that we can deliver the world’s best GRC software to our blue-chip financial services client base of over 3500 firms. We are seeking top talent to join us in our journey to build and deliver “The Salesforce of Compliance”.  Compliance Officers in finance have been stuck in the past, with inefficient, manual effort driving their compliance programs. ACA’s ComplianceAlpha is deployed at 800+ clients, with more added daily, to help modernize that. We are investing significantly to drive technology adoption among our clients. 

The SDET role is responsible for the development and delivery of an automation-first test suite for our ComplianceAlpha products.  Each SDET will be part of a geo-located agile product team, and will provide guidance to the team during planning and refinement as well as execute on the plan during the sprint. 

We are looking for an imaginative self-starter with a passion for great software and a curiosity for developing test automation solutions that drive exceptional quality and productivity.  Only motivated problem solvers willing to take the initiative and demonstrate consistent follow-through need apply.  Qualified candidates will have hands-on experience building automated tests and a drive to keep growing their skills. 

What to expect day to day

As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) on the Connectors team, you’ll help ensure the reliability of data pipelines that ingest and process large volumes of data from platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Slack, Zoom, Bloomberg, and other enterprise systems.

On a typical day, you will:

• Work alongside a highly collaborative and talented engineering team.
• Design, develop, and execute automated functional tests to ensure the reliability and quality of our data pipelines.
• Collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into effective test coverage.
• Investigate failures, identify root causes, and help improve the overall quality of our platform.
• Explore and adopt new testing techniques, tools, and automation strategies.
• Expand your Python expertise while working with modern data engineering technologies.
• Participate in manual validation and release testing during production release cycles when needed.

Skills and attributes for success

Required skills

• Curious, lifelong learner who is excited to develop new skills and explore new technologies.
• Passionate about software quality, automation, and continuous improvement.
• At least 2 years of experience developing software in Python.
• Experience developing automated test pipelines for Python-based ETL processes.
• Experience consuming REST APIs using Python.
• Working knowledge of asynchronous Python (asyncio) and strategies for testing asynchronous code.
• Experience translating business requirements into automated functional tests.

Nice to have

• Experience developing automated tests for Apache Airflow pipelines.
• Experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL.
• Experience testing data-intensive or distributed systems.
• Familiarity with AWS services commonly used in data pipelines.

What we look for 

We are interested in innovative technology professionals with strong vision and a desire to stay on top of trends in the industry. If you have a genuine passion for new technologies and transforming an entire industry, this role may be for you. A BE or B-Tech in computer Science, or equivalent is a great preference.

What working at ACA offers 

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options as well as a flexible work environment. You’ll also be granted time off for designated ACA Paid Holidays, Summer Fridays, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.  

 
Plus, we offer: 

• Continuous learning: You will develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. 

• Success as defined by you: We will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. 

• Transformative leadership: We will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. 

• Diverse and inclusive culture: You will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. 

Why join our team?  

We are the leading governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) advisor in financial services. When you join ACA, you'll become part of a team whose unique combination of talent includes the industry's largest team of former regulators, compliance professionals, legal professionals, and GIPS® standards verifiers in the industry, along with practitioners in cybersecurity, ESG, and regulatory technology. 

Our team enjoys an entrepreneurial work environment by offering innovative and tailored solutions for our clients. We encourage creative thinking and making the most of your experience at ACA by offering multiple career paths. We foster a culture of growth by focusing on continuous learning through inquiry and curiosity, and transparency. If you’re ready to be part of an award-winning, global team of thoughtful, talented, and committed professionals, you’ve come to the right place. 

More about ACA 

ACA was founded in 2002 by four former SEC regulators and one former state regulator. The founders saw a need for investment advisers to receive expert guidance on existing and new regulations. 

Over the years, ACA has grown both organically and by acquisition to expand our GRC business and technology solutions. Our services now include GIPS standards verification, cybersecurity and technology risk, regulatory technology, ESG advisory, AML and financial crimes, financial and regulatory reporting, and Mirabella for establishing EU operations. 

What we commit to 

ACA is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We conduct our business without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, religion, disability, caregiver, marital or partnership status, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), ancestry, national origin and citizenship, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, military or veteran status, creed, genetic predisposition, carrier status or any other category protected by federal, state and local law.  

ACA is firmly committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, which applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotions, training, discipline, terminations, layoffs, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and all other terms and conditions of employment.  

Here at ACA, we have created a variety of programs to promote ACA’s culture of inclusivity and work hard to ensure that all our employees have an equal opportunity to contribute to ACA and feel that ACA is exactly where they belong.