Software Test Automation Engineer

Software Test Automation Engineer (State Street Bank and Trust Company; Quincy, MA): The Software Testing Automation Engineer will play a key role in the quality assurance of AML Transaction Monitoring suite of applications. This role will be responsible for developing and maintaining the automation framework including Cloud technologies like Databricks, AWS, Python, PySpark, Airflow, ETL. Adopt and implement the new automated tools and technologies which will be suitable for AML program to improve the efficiency and quality. Specific duties include: drive testing automation solutions across multiple platforms including AML Transaction Monitoring; ability to set up and develop Automation framework and create the Databricks workflow/jobs to schedule and run the Automation suite; handling large volumes data validations using python/PySpark query implementation; creating technical frameworks, customized to provide effective solutions and architecting technical solutions to any business; designing systems that support large scale data processing that optimizes storage and performance; entity resolution for Anti money laundering; working with users and developers to define new projects to extend and enhance the company’s proprietary financial applications; creating test scenarios and implement functional test cases (automated and otherwise) that will serve as acceptance test criteria for enhancements and new applications; working closely with developers and quality assurance members to run test suites and research errors; working with developers to utilize and extend custom test harnesses for applications; finding ways to enhance the testing process with new tools, strategies or techniques; and willingness to learn new technologies and push the boundaries of test automation to achieve measurable efficiencies. Hybrid remote telecommuting permitted pursuant to company policy.

Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Computer Science or related field plus 5 years of experience in Software Test Automation Solutions using Cloud/Big data technologies.

Must also have: Hands on experience with Cloud, Big data technologies like Scala, Spark, Databricks, or AWS; agile methodology experience and using these tools like JIRA,X-Ray, or Confluence; expertise in providing cloud solutions; proven ability to create objects and methods, and hand-code test scripts using automated testing tools; proven knowledge of reusable coding patterns and object oriented paradigms as applied to automated testing tools; 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 understanding and hands on experience in ETL/DWH testing; hands on experience on SQL (Analytical Functions and complex queries), SQL developer and TOAD; proven Knowledge on Spark and Scala, Hive/Impala, or Python; experience with Hadoop Big Data Testing; knowledge of test methodologies and their corresponding tools including JIRA,X-Ray , HP ALM or RTC; demonstrated understanding of Agile methodology and Agile Ceremonies; excellent verbal and written communication skills; must have ability to play Agile Scrum Master role for the Agile ceremonies; must have hands on experience on Selenium Web driver or Python for test automation framework; and must have knowledge on writing Spark SQL queries for data analysis. (Unless otherwise indicated, State Street is seeking the stated ability in the skills listed above with no specific number of years or amount of experience required. All experience can be gained concurrently.)

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., 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.

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