Associate Principal, Software Engineering: DevOps

Duties

Guide the implementation using CI/CD pipelines in a Kubernetes environment. Elicit requirements for sizing of application deployments to manage expected workload. Develop test cases using JUnit, Mockito, and Web-Test client and evaluate solution to design, script, and execute performance tests. Build an automation framework by leveraging Jenkins/Groovy and Python, and by leveraging existing CICD processes to automate the orchestration of applications and execution of tests, and deploy microservices in Kubernetes.

Create a Java automation framework to build automated tests and utilities, and build and maintain an integration testing framework in Jenkins to execute automated tests for regression, integration, and functional testing on newly designed or modified applications and systems. Confer with the Enterprise Architecture and Product Architecture teams to devise implementation details. Promote standards across application configuration towards the highest security.

Collaborate with access management and security teams on setting up roles and permissions for systems and users using least privilege strategies. Collaborate with the integration/performance testing team to leverage integrated release tests in Integration/Release Acceptance environments. Collaborate with operations and enablement teams to deliver, configure, and test applications. Collaborate with production controls teams on monitoring, failover, and logging. Provide guidance to systems and Dev Ops engineers for building a highly performant environment.

Perform deployment of applications in VM-based as well as container-based deployments. Develop documentation for operations of SDLC pipelines and practices to enable technical support of applications and infrastructure. Up to 40% telecommuting permitted. This position qualifies for The Options Clearing Corporation’s Employee Referral Program.

Master’s degree in computer science, business analytics, or a related field, and three (3) years of experience as a software engineer, software developer, associate/principal software engineering, or related role.

Must have work experience with each of the following:

• Develop test cases using JUnit, Mockito, and Web-Test client and evaluate solution to design, script, and execute performance tests.
• Build an automation framework by leveraging Jenkins/Groovy and Python, and leveraging existing CICD processes to automate the orchestration of applications and execution of tests, and deploy microservices in Kubernetes.
• Create a Java automation framework to build automated tests and utilities, and build and maintain an integration testing framework in Jenkins to execute automated tests for regression, integration, and functional testing on newly designed or modified applications and systems.

$$134,971-$158,100

Apply online at  No calls. EOE.

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counter party (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at

• A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote work
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely
• Generous PTO and Parental leave
• 401k Employer Match
• Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision

• The salary range listed for any given position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. If hired at OCC, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors such as skills, experience and/or education.
• In addition, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
• We typically do not hire at the maximum of the range in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a substantial benefits package as noted on
• All employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Discretionary bonuses are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, company and individual performance and are not guaranteed.

OCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.