QA Architect

Who we are looking for

This is a hands-on technical role requiring extensive current experience designing, building and adopting large scale, cross-functional automation frameworks with well-balanced coverage across UI, back-end integration and database levels. The ideal candidate is an experienced software Automation Architect with strong problem-solving skills and a solid software testing foundation. The role requires a detail orientation, a passion for quality coupled with the ability to grasp tough issues quickly and deliver well engineered, high quality solutions.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best.

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As a QA Architect you will:

• Define, expand, improve and promote modern automation methodologies across the SDLC processes and all test activities.
• Lead designing, prototyping and provide implementation support for automating QA process and testing.
• Engage with teams/projects to assess their maturity level and recommend and/or assist in implementing test automation solutions for the given functional area.
• Assist in driving mature test automation capabilities, such as BDD/ATDD capabilities that allow teams to shift testing and test automation as far left as possible.
• Develop and plan all automation testing activities related to enterprise software development with enthusiasm and a natural ability to deliver on short time lines.
• Identify and improve the Testing/automation architecture continuously to reduce the testing cycle time enabling the CI/CD models, working closely with various teams.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Extensive exposure to testing tools such as Selenium Webdriver, Silk4NET, Gradle, Jenkins.
• Familiarity with TeamCity, Git, Confluence, JIRA, Docker, ELK stack.
• Strong experience with database testing (Oracle, SQL/NoSQL).
• Experience in design and architecting Agile development (Behavior Driven Development (BDD) / Test Driven Development (TDD), SCRUM).

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• B.S. degree (or foreign education equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics or other technical course of study or Business with an MIS background.
• MS degree strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of experience working as a QA automation engineer for web/application development projects, with 4+ years in an architect role.
• 5+ years hands on experience in developing and maintaining test automation framework or architecture that is scalable and maintainable to meet dynamic business needs.

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers

Salary Range:

$110,000 - $185,000 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.