Software Quality Assurance Engineer, Officer - State Street

Who we are looking for

The Software Quality Assurance Engineer will play a key role in the quality assurance of AML Transaction Monitoring suite of applications. We are looking for someone who has 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 will be expected to attend daily scrum ceremonies and required to attend meeting with onshore and offshore teams to discuss/resolve impediments. Candidate should have willingness to learn new technologies and work under pressure with stringent timelines. Candidate should have good knowledge on Big Data testing technologies that includes Spark/Scala, Quantexa, Hive/impala, Data Bricks, AWS…etc.

What you will be responsible for

As Software Quality Assurance Engineer you will

• Drive testing modules 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.

• 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 in delivering multiple versions of one or more applications.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with concentration in Engineering, Business or Technology preferred.

• Candidate should have 3+ Yrs. of experience in QA/Testing.

• Excellent understanding and hands on experience in ETL/DWH/Web UI testing.

• Hands on experience on SQL (Analytical Functions and complex queries), SQL developer and TOAD.

• Must have Knowledge on Spark and Scala, Hive/Impala and Data Bricks will be an added advantage.

• Experience on Big Data Testing will be an added advantage.

• 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- like JIRA,X-Ray, Confluence…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 QA/DEV and Business teams.

• Team oriented attitude.

• 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.

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.

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