Software Quality Assurance Engineer, Assistant Vice President

STATE STREET CORPORATION; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Comprehensive health insurance

Job summary

State Street Corporation is seeking an experienced Software Quality Assurance Engineer with automation expertise to join the AML Compliance Technology Team. The role focuses on QA and test automation for AML Transaction Monitoring, leveraging Python and Data Bricks in a cloud environment.

Strong communication and teamwork across global teams are required. The candidate will drive acceptance testing, coordinate with offshore and onshore teams, and maintain robust test scripts.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Quality Assurance Testing, including at least two years of Python-based automation development.
• Excellent understanding of ETL, DWH, Web UI testing using Python.
• Experience in Financial domain and AML knowledge is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Drive testing and test automation across AML Transaction Monitoring and related platforms.
• Participate in agile ceremonies and coordinate with offshore/onshore teams.
• Develop functional and automation test scripts with users and developers.
• Create and maintain test scenarios and acceptance criteria for enhancements and new applications.
• Reproduce production issues with the support group and extend the regression suite.

Skills

Python automation

ETL testing

DataBricks

PySpark

Agile

SQL queries

Automation framework

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Tech

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Who we are looking for

We are seeking an experienced, hands‑on Quality Assurance engineer with Automation knowledge to join State Street’s Anti Money Laundering(AML Compliance Technology Team. The Quality Automation Engineer will play a key role in the quality assurance of AML Transaction Monitoring suite of applications. The ideal candidate combines deep engineering expertise with strong cloud,data and software engineering skills. Proven experience with testing and automating complex applications. This role will be responsible for defining and maintaining an acceptance testing cycle that is common in an Agile process including automation. Candidate should have willingness to learn new technologies and work under pressure with stringent timelines. Candidate should have good knowledge on Data Bricks,Big Data testing technologies that includes Python,Spark/PySpark,AML knowledge…etc.

What you will be responsible for

As Software Quality Assurance Engineer you will Drive testing and test automation across multiple platforms including AML Transaction Monitoring. Participate all agile meetings and co‑ordinate with offshore/onshore teams. Work with users and developers to understand and develop the functional and automation test scripts. Create test scenarios and implement functional test cases (automated and otherwise) that will serve as acceptance test criteria for enhancements and new applications Work closely with developers and quality assurance members to run test suites and research errors. Work with the support group to reproduce production problems and identify gaps in the regression test suite. Find ways to enhance the testing process with new tools, strategies or techniques. Willing to learn new technologies and push the boundaries of test automation to achieve measurable efficiencies.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role Ability to quickly troubleshoot and diagnose issues within the quality assurance environment and communicate that knowledge to a varied audience of technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Proven experience delivering multiple versions of one or more applications. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills. The ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business value. Effective communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. A commitment to responsible innovation, continuous learning, and high engineering standards.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with concentration in Computer Science,Engineering,or Technology preferred. Candidate should have 7+ Yrs. of experience in Quality Assurance Testing, including at least two years of focused python based automation development. Excellent understanding and hands on experience in ETL,DWH,Web UI testing using Python. Strong hands on experience on Data Bricks,Pyspark, SQL (Analytical Functions and complex queries), Entity Resolution,Python. Should have excellent knowledge in STLC process -include creating, maintaining and executing automation/functional test plans, writing test scripts against software platforms, communicating test results, defect tracking and participating in day to day QA activities. Experience in Financial domain is highly desirable (Knowledge of Anti‑Money Laundering (AML), Knowledge of test methodologies and their corresponding tools- JIRA…etc. Should have good understanding of Agile methodology and Agile Ceremonies. Work with geographically distributed teams while maintaining highest standard in collaboration and communication across the agile teams and Business teams. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Person must be self‑motivated, self‑driven, own and consider him/herself accountable for timely completion of QA deliverables. Strong problem‑solving skills with great attention to details.

Why this role is important to us

Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We’re driving the company’s digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence and robotics process automation. We offer a collaborative environment where technology skills and innovation are valued in a global organization. We’re looking for top technical talent to join our team and deliver creative technology solutions that help us become an end‑to‑end, next‑generation financial services company. Join us if you want to grow your technical skills, solve real problems and make your mark on our industry.

Salary Range

$100,000 - $167,500 Annual The 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.

Employee Benefits

• 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);
• eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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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