Sr. Automation Eng. (Backend) x 2

Job#: 2086839

Job Description:
Senior Backend Automation Engineer

Location: Hybrid 2-3 days a week onsite - must be located near one of the following:

• Hopkins, MN
• Brookfield, WI
• Denver, CO
• Dallas, TX

Duration: 12 Months

Position Summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Senior Backend Automation Engineer to support backend and mainframe test automation for a large financial services client. This individual will be responsible for building and maintaining automation scripts, integrating test suites into CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring compliance with audit standards. The role is hands-on and delivery-focused, working within an established QA framework.
Responsibilities

• Develop backend automation scripts using Automation Anywhere and IBM HATS CLI.
• Integrate validation into Robot Framework using metadata-driven models.
• Build reusable components for SSH and mainframe interaction.
• Embed test suites into Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Implement tagging and logging to support SOX, PCI, and FFIEC compliance.
• Validate data flows across SOR, Domains, and Read Store using structured and synthetic test data.
• Automate test data provisioning and cleanup processes.
• Participate in QA reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 5-7+ years of experience in backend or mainframe automation.
• Proficiency with Automation Anywhere, IBM HATS, or similar tools.
• Strong scripting skills (Java, CLI).
• Experience with Robot Framework, YAML/JSON test suite generation.
• CI/CD integration experience with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps.
• Familiarity with test data tools like TDP and synthetic data provisioning.
• Understanding of compliance frameworks (SOX, PCI, FFIEC).

Preferred Skills

• Experience in financial services or regulated industries.
• Exposure to observability tools like Allure and ReportPortal.
• Familiarity with cross-vendor execution models and governance practices.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.