Software Development Engineer in Test | C# / Python / Java | Hedge Fund | Excellent Compensation + Benefits
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Salary
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£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2136 (88% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Mondrian Alpha is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2134 (Programmers and software development professionals). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2136 IT quality and testing professionals Most likely code | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
2134 Programmers and software development professionals Also possible | £38,300 | £43,700 | £49,200 | £54,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
A leading global hedge fund is looking to hire an experienced Software Development Engineer in Test / Test Automation Engineer / Software Engineer to join its technology function, working on the development, automation and reliability of its trading platforms and production systems.
This is a highly technical, hands-on engineering opportunity, working closely with Software Engineers, Quant Developers, Quant Researchers, Front Office Technology, Risk and Trading teams to ensure the quality, performance, scalability and reliability of business-critical trading infrastructure.
The successful candidate will take ownership of automated testing, test framework development, software quality engineering and CI/CD integration, helping to deliver complex trading systems into production safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop and maintain automated testing frameworks using C#/.NET, Python or Java.
- Build bespoke test harnesses, testing tools and automation infrastructure for complex software applications.
- Develop and enhance CI/CD pipelines, automated regression testing and continuous integration processes.
- Improve software quality, system reliability, production readiness and release automation.
- Collaborate with Software Developers, Quantitative Developers and Trading Technology teams to identify technical risks and improve engineering standards.
- Take ownership of testing architecture, automation strategy and engineering improvements across critical trading platforms.
- Contribute to the development of scalable, maintainable and robust software testing solutions.
Technical Requirements:
- 7+ years of software engineering or test automation experience, using C#/.NET, Java or Python.
- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP), software architecture and software design principles.
- Hands-on experience developing test automation frameworks, test harnesses and automated testing tools.
My client offers an excellent compensation package, including a highly competitive base salary, performance-related compensation with participation in fund performance, and a comprehensive benefits package.
You will join a high-performing engineering environment with significant technical autonomy, modern development tooling and the opportunity to work alongside some of the strongest technologists in the hedge fund industry.
To apply: Contact Andy Yu directly at [email protected] or apply through this advert.
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Where this offer sits in the market
IT quality and testing professionals (SOC 2136) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~21k in sample- Middle half £36,972–54,860
- Median £45,656
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,100
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Mondrian Alpha holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2136 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.