Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), AVP (Wealth Custody & Clearing)

STATE STREET CORPORATION; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

STATE STREET CORPORATION's Wealth Custody & Clearing team in Boston is seeking a senior SDET to design, build, and maintain automated testing frameworks across frontend, backend, and API layers. You will embed with delivery teams to ensure quality and compliance in production-critical systems.

The role emphasizes engineering-driven testing, collaboration with developers and product teams, and improving test data strategies, defect prevention, and release readiness in a regulated financial

Qualifications

• 7+ years in software quality engineering, SDET, or test automation roles.
• Hands-on contributor embedded within engineering teams.
• Experience designing automated testing solutions for complex systems.
• Experience in enterprise/regulatory environments where quality and controls matter.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for frontend, backend, and API systems.
• Build and run automated test suites: functional, regression, integration, end-to-end.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and platform engineers to embed quality early in SDLC.
• Validate workflows: wealth custody, clearing, trading, and servicing processes.
• Create test data strategies, identify defects, and support release readiness.

Skills

Test automation

Quality engineering

CI/CD

API testing

Java/JavaScript

Regulated environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Selenium

Cypress

Playwright

Job description

Who We AreState Street’s Wealth Custody & Clearing (WC&C) business delivers institutional grade custody, clearing, and platform services to wealth managers, broker dealers, and financial institutions. As WC&C modernizes and scales its digital platforms, quality engineering and automated testing are critical to ensuring platform reliability, data integrity, and regulatory grade controls.We are seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to serve as a hands-on quality engineering contributor , embedded within Wealth Technology delivery teams and accountable for building robust automated testing solutions across frontend, backend, and integration layers.Role SummaryThis role is a senior individual contributor position focused on test automation, quality engineering, and software validation in a regulated, production critical environment.You will design, build, and maintain automated testing frameworks, partner closely with developers and product teams, and act as a quality advocate throughout the software development lifecycle. This position emphasizes engineering driven testing , not manual execution, or people management.Core ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for frontend, backend, and API driven systemsBuild and execute automated test suites covering functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end scenariosPartner closely with application developers, product managers, and platform engineers to embed quality early in the SDLCValidate system behavior across wealth custody, clearing, trading, and servicing workflowsCreate and maintain test data strategies that support repeatable, reliable automated testingIdentify, document, and track defects while contributing to root cause analysis and defect preventionEnsure applications meet enterprise expectations for accuracy, reliability, resiliency, and regulatory complianceSupport production readiness efforts , including release validation and post deployment issue analysisRequired Experience7+ years of experience in software quality engineering, SDET, or test automation rolesStrong experience working as a hands-on individual contributor embedded within engineering teamsProven ability to design and implement automated testing solutions for complex systemsExperience working in enterprise or regulated environments where quality and control are criticalStrong collaboration skills and the ability to influence quality outcomes without formal authorityDomain Exposure – Wealth & Financial ServicesExposure to wealth management, brokerage, or financial services systems is strongly preferredFamiliarity with validating workflows such as:Account and portfolio lifecycle eventsTrading and order management processesOperational servicing and exception handlingUnderstanding of testing needs related to role-based entitlements, data accuracy, auditability, and controlsExperience supporting systems subject to regulatory oversight (e.g., SEC, FINRA ) is a plusTechnical SkillsStrong proficiency in test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or equivalent)Experience testing API based and microservices architectures , including integration and contract testingFamiliarity with Java, JavaScript, or other backend/frontend languages used for test developmentExperience working with CI/CD pipelines to integrate automated testing into deployment workflowsKnowledge of performance, resiliency, and negative path testing conceptsStrong understanding of testing best practices, quality metrics, and defect managementEducationBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related fieldEquivalent practical experience will be consideredWhy State StreetSupport mission critical wealth platforms used across global custody and clearing marketsOperate as a true quality engineer —writing test code, not managing peoplePartner with experienced engineers and architects on complex, high impact systemsCompetitive compensation, benefits, and a strong technical IC career pathSalary Range:$90,000 - $157,500 AnnualThe range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.For a full overview, visit https://hrportal.ehr.com/statestreet/Home .About State StreetAcross 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.Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careersRead our CEO StatementJob Application Disclosure:It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.