Navitas
Markets Analyst / QA Specialist
Job ID#: 25-3065
Location: Reston, VA
Who We Are : Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we've served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.
What We Do : At our very core, we're a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.
What You'll Do : Navitas is seeking a highly skilled Markets Analyst / QA Specialist to support trading and market risk management systems. This hybrid role blends business analysis, system testing, and scripting expertise. The successful candidate will have strong experience with Capital Markets products, proficiency in Python, and the ability to execute functional and regression testing in cloud environments such as AWS.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Act as a Markets Analyst, translating complex business requirements into system specifications and testing needs. Conduct system testing, ensuring applications meet functional and model-driven requirements. Write test scripts, test cases, and execute them in AWS environments. Perform regression and functional testing to ensure system stability and accuracy. Collaborate closely with Quantitative Engineers to troubleshoot test case failures and validate system performance. Support continuous improvement of QA processes, automation, and testing frameworks. Participate in Agile ceremonies and provide updates using Agile software tools. What You'll Need :
5+ years of experience in business analysis, QA, or testing within Capital Markets. Strong knowledge of Capital Markets products (derivatives, fixed income, equities, FX, and/or market risk). Hands-on experience with Python scripting for test automation and validation. Proficiency in C++ integration or testing. Experience executing test cases in AWS cloud environments. Strong skills in regression and functional testing. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with both technical and business stakeholders. Comfortable in a hybrid work model (2-3 days onsite). Set Yourself Apart With :
Experience testing or validating quantitative models in trading or risk systems. Familiarity with regulatory requirements for Capital Markets and Market Risk. Experience with test automation frameworks and CI/CD pipelines. Strong statistical and analytical background.
Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources.
Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.
Job ID#: 25-3065
Location: Reston, VA
Who We Are : Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we've served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.
What We Do : At our very core, we're a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.
What You'll Do : Navitas is seeking a highly skilled Markets Analyst / QA Specialist to support trading and market risk management systems. This hybrid role blends business analysis, system testing, and scripting expertise. The successful candidate will have strong experience with Capital Markets products, proficiency in Python, and the ability to execute functional and regression testing in cloud environments such as AWS.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Act as a Markets Analyst, translating complex business requirements into system specifications and testing needs. Conduct system testing, ensuring applications meet functional and model-driven requirements. Write test scripts, test cases, and execute them in AWS environments. Perform regression and functional testing to ensure system stability and accuracy. Collaborate closely with Quantitative Engineers to troubleshoot test case failures and validate system performance. Support continuous improvement of QA processes, automation, and testing frameworks. Participate in Agile ceremonies and provide updates using Agile software tools. What You'll Need :
5+ years of experience in business analysis, QA, or testing within Capital Markets. Strong knowledge of Capital Markets products (derivatives, fixed income, equities, FX, and/or market risk). Hands-on experience with Python scripting for test automation and validation. Proficiency in C++ integration or testing. Experience executing test cases in AWS cloud environments. Strong skills in regression and functional testing. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with both technical and business stakeholders. Comfortable in a hybrid work model (2-3 days onsite). Set Yourself Apart With :
Experience testing or validating quantitative models in trading or risk systems. Familiarity with regulatory requirements for Capital Markets and Market Risk. Experience with test automation frameworks and CI/CD pipelines. Strong statistical and analytical background.
Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources.
Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.