About BestEx ResearchBestEx Research is a financial technology and research firm specializing in building sophisticated execution algorithms and transaction cost modeling tools servicing multiple asset classes. The firm provides high-performance algorithmic execution services to hedge funds, CTAs, asset managers, and banks through a traditional electronic broker and in a broker-neutral Software as a Service (SaaS) model.Its cloud-based platform, Algo Management System (AMS), is the first end-to-end algorithmic trading solution for equities and futures that delivers an entire ecosystem around execution algorithms, including transaction cost analysis (TCA), an algorithm customization tool called Strategy Studio, a trading dashboard, and pre-trade analytics in a single platform. The platform is currently live for U.S., Europe, and Canadian equities and global futures trading.BestEx Research is disrupting a $100 billion industry by challenging the status quo of stale, black-box solutions from banks and offering next-generation execution algorithms that combine performance improvement with transparency and customization. BestEx Research uses leading-edge technology to support its low-latency, highly scalable research and trading systems, with its backend in C++, research libraries in C++/Python and R, and web-based technologies for delivering its front-end platforms.BestEx Research’s mission is to become the leader in automation and measurement of execution across asset classes globally and significantly reduce transaction costs for our clients.Visit for more information about our mission, products, research, and services.About the Role?We’re seeking a Junior Quality Assurance Analyst/Engineer to join our Algorithm Management System (AMS) team. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their QA career to gain hands-on experience in a high-performance, technology-driven environment focused on algorithmic trading.You’ll collaborate closely with experienced QA professionals, software engineers, and product managers to ensure the quality, performance, and security of our AMS platform. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about technology, enjoys problem-solving, and is eager to learn and grow in the fast-paced financial services industry.Key Responsibilities:· Assist in designing and executing functional, regression, and integration tests.· Write, maintain, and execute manual and automated test cases for frontend and backend systems.· Collaborate with engineers and product managers to understand the business requirements and ensure test coverage.· Identify, document, and track defects and inconsistencies using tools like JIRA.· Contribute to the development and maintenance of automated test scripts.· Participate in sprint planning, stand-ups, and QA-related reviews.· Monitor performance and validate fixes across systems and features.· Continuously learn QA methodologies and tools to grow your technical and domain expertise.RequirementsYou Should Have:· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.· Strong interest in a Quality Assurance or software testing career path, particularly within technology-driven financial services.· Hands-on experience in:o Scripting or programming languages (e.g., JavaScript/React, SQL)o Web application testing conceptso REST APIs, SQL/NoSQL databaseso Writing basic test cases and automation scriptso Version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins)o QA/test management tools (e.g., JIRA, regression testing platforms)· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.· A collaborative attitude and eagerness to learn from cross-functional teams.Preferred:· Automated testing tools (e.g., Cypress, Playwright, Postman)What You’ll Gain· Mentorship from senior QA and engineering professionals.· Exposure to real-world algorithmic trading systems.· Hands-on experience with agile workflows, and QA strategy.· Career growth opportunities in QA, automation engineering, or product quality leadership.BenefitsWhy Join Us?BestEx Research’s Bangalore office is not an “offshore center.” It’s a core engineering and research hub—working on the exact same problems and projects as our U.S. team. You’ll be part of the global brain trust.What You’ll Love:· Zero bureaucracy,· A high-trust environment where performance speaks louder than hierarchy.· Competitive compensation in India.· Opportunities for Global exposure#LI-DM1
