Senior Test Specialist, Officer

State Street; Kraków; On-site; PLN 119,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract from day one

Gold Medical Package

Premium life insurance

Private pension plan

Well-being programs

Job summary

State Street is seeking a Senior Test Specialist to lead UAT efforts for Transfer Agency systems across Europe. The role focuses on creating robust test plans, detailed scripts, and comprehensive documentation to ensure high-quality outcomes aligned with requirements.

You will report to the Test Lead in a hybrid environment, collaborating with stakeholders and external vendors while contributing to automated regression initiatives and best-practice testing methodologies.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing test plans for functional / system testing.
• Experience in test execution, defect classification and prioritization.
• Proven ability to deliver high standard deliverables and documentation.
• Ability to review project deliverables for completeness, quality, and compliance with established project standards
• Proven ability to work on multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• ISTQB Foundation level is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Generate high-quality test plans and test results for each project the team is engaged on.
• Create comprehensive test documentation with well-defined, reusable test scripts that are traceable back to requirements.
• Contribute to reporting to stakeholders and senior management including appropriate metrics.
• Execute testing to agreed internal standards; ensure documentation is to an auditable standard.
• Ensure regression testing is performed in a manner that recognizes the risks of introducing defects into an established environment while at the same time meeting deadlines
• Support development of automated regression suite - identify tests suitable for automation and review existing coverage for potential gaps.
• Management of risk and issue escalation.
• Contribute to shift left philosophy by reviewing all BRDs, providing detailed feedback based on working knowledge of the system being changed and best practice requirements validation.
• React dynamically to changing priorities.
• Communicate accurate Test status to Test Lead / Test Manager, Project Manager, external vendors and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to the evolution of the Test Charter/Methodology to industry best practice and based

Skills

Test planning

Test execution

Defect management

UAT testing

Risk assessment

Automation awareness

ISTQB Foundation

Finance domain knowledge

Education

Degree in Computer Science – Preferred

Job description

Who we are looking for

Senior Test Specialist responsible for conducting test activities on Transfer Agency systems utilized in the Transfer Agency business across Europe. Key goal is executing User Acceptance Testing (UAT) of any change to a Transfer Agency application to agreed standards, ensuring that the quality of the output is of a consistently, high standard.

Why this role is important to us

You will be joining the Investment Services function that allows us to deliver a comprehensive, holistic approach to each client relationship - for asset managers and asset owners, insurance companies, and official institutions globally. It means our client-facing functions work together to bring the very best solutions and services the firm has to offer - across all of our locations, products, and capabilities.

Join us if making your mark on the long-lasting client relationships we build is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As Senior Test Specialist You Will:

• Generate high-quality test plans and test results for each project the team is engaged on.
• Create comprehensive test documentation with well-defined, reusable test scripts that are traceable back to requirements.
• Contribute to reporting to stakeholders and senior management including appropriate metrics.
• Execute testing to agreed internal standards; ensure documentation is to an auditable standard.
• Ensure regression testing is performed in a manner that recognizes the risks of introducing defects into an established environment while at the same time meeting deadlines
• Support development of automated regression suite - identify tests suitable for automation and review existing coverage for potential gaps.
• Management of risk and issue escalation.
• Contribute to shift left philosophy by reviewing all BRDs, providing detailed feedback based on working knowledge of the system being changed and best practice requirements validation.
• React dynamically to changing priorities.
• Communicate accurate Test status to Test Lead / Test Manager, Project Manager, external vendors and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to the evolution of the Test Charter/Methodology to industry best practice and based

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Experience in developing test plans for functional / system testing.
• Experience in test execution, defect classification and prioritization.
• Proven ability to deliver high standard deliverables and documentation.
• Ability to review project deliverables for completeness, quality, and compliance with established project standards
• Proven ability to work on multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Qualified to ISTQB Foundation level.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science – Preferred
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Minimum of 3 years of testing experience in finance, banking or investment banking
• Team player
• Business proficiency in English

#Li-Hybrid

Minimum Salary:

zł132000 Annual

The minimum salary quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate ultimately works outside of this primary location, the applicable minimum salary may differ.

Salary will be determined based on factors such as the position, type of work performed, individual skills, job description, working hours, diligence, initiative, self-management, length of employment, availability, and the quantity and quality of work delivered, as well as other objective and non-discriminatory criteria relevant to State Street employees.

In addition to salary, employees are eligible to be considered for discretionary annual performance-based awards.

We Offer:

• Permanent contract from day one
• Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)
• Gold Medical Package for employees and their families (partner and children)
• Premium life insurance package and private pension plan
• Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs
• Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice
• Variety of well-being programs
• Additional benefits available depending on the seniority of the role

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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