Lead QA Engineer

The Senior Quality Engineer is a key member of an Agile development team responsible for ensuring the quality of software delivered for our Capital Markets FX Product. This role is based in Bangkok and involves close collaboration within a squad team to develop and execute test scripts to ensure user stories meet defined acceptance criteria. This role will perform both manual and automated testing, contribute to the development of Continuous Integration (CI) pipelines, and support Behavior‑Driven Development (BDD) practices. This position also provides opportunities for functional/task leadership within a small QA group.

LSEG is an Equal Opportunities employer, committed to building diverse teams that collaborate effectively and share ideas openly.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, script, and maintain automated test scenarios with a strong focus on delivering an automation‑first approach.

• Execute both automated and manual tests to ensure comprehensive coverage of product functionality.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues within automated test scripts.

• Identify, log, and track defects using the designated issue‑tracking system.

• Collaborate closely with Developers and Business Analysts to ensure user stories meet the Definition of Ready and are clear, complete, and testable.

• Present completed work to the Product team during sprint reviews.

• Provide functional and task‑level support within the team.

• Communicate risks around quality, timelines, and testing progress, and assist the Squad Lead with test planning and accurate effort estimation

• Deliver metrics and documentation related to testing, including scenarios, scripts, defect summaries, and status updates.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of CI/CD testing methodologies.

• Identify and recommend enhancements to QA tools, processes, and testing frameworks.

• Champion best practices in automation, quality engineering, and BDD across the team.

Key Behaviors

• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment where needs evolve quickly and priorities may shift.

• Demonstrates a strong passion for learning, continuous improvement, and innovation.

• Brings solid experience in software testing with a commitment to delivering high‑quality outcomes.

• Confident in asking questions, challenging assumptions, and seeking clarity when needed.

• Utilizes diverse skills to develop creative solutions while also coaching and supporting the growth of others.

• Actively identifies opportunities to motivate the team and elevate overall performance, both individually and collectively.

• Shows interest in the ongoing evolution of the FX, Equities, and Derivatives trading landscape.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent professional qualification.

• Experience in the financial sector, preferably within trading or capital markets, along with a solid understanding of FX trading concepts.

• Proven experience designing and scripting test cases from requirements using BDD methodologies.

• Skilled in developing, maintaining, and integrating automated tests into existing test suites.

• Minimum of six years’ automation experience within an Agile team, using one or more of the following languages: Java, JavaScript, or Python.

• Hands‑on experience with tools and technologies such as: Maven, Git, Jenkins Azure or AWS API testing frameworks

• Intermediate‑level SQL knowledge.

• Experience in task management and coordinating a small Agile in‑sprint team.

• Strong understanding of standard software QA processes, techniques, and best practices.

• Ability to quickly grasp new technical concepts and domain knowledge.

• High attention to detail with strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Career Stage:

Senior Associate

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information:

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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