Software Quality Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a highly motivated QA Engineer who takes end-to-end ownership of quality—from early requirement validation through testing, defect resolution, and final delivery. This role goes beyond executing test cases; you will play a key role in enhancing overall product quality, expanding test coverage, and driving automation initiatives to improve long-term efficiency.

In this position, you will collaborate closely with Product to understand and define end-to-end client workflows, ensuring comprehensive validation for complex Wealth workflows that span multiple systems and integration, and with a focus on strengthening automation coverage.

The ideal candidate is analytical, curious, and eager to continuously learn. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity, proactively identifying defects and concerns, and clearly communicating findings with confidence. You take initiative, think beyond the obvious paths, and are capable of effectively demonstrating completed functionality and quality outcomes to stakeholders.

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 Software QA Engineer, Officer, you will

• Collaborate closely with the Scrum Master, Product Owner, Architects, Business Analysts, Developers, and cross-functional team members to deliver high-quality software
• Create and maintain clear, comprehensive test plans in Xray for each sprint
• Log, track, and triage defects with well-documented, reproducible steps
• Expand and enhance automated test coverage to improve efficiency and scalability
• Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot automated test failures
• Execute functional, regression, integration, and performance testing
• Validate acceptance criteria during grooming sessions to ensure testability and clarity
• Proactively identify gaps, edge cases, and potential risks early in the development lifecycle
• Present and demo completed QA stories during team and department demos, effectively highlighting functionality and test coverage
• Configure and manage automated test environments using tools such as Jenkins or TeamCity
• Ensure Jira stories and defects meet the Definition of Done (DoD) criteria
• Actively participate in agile ceremonies, including grooming, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Guide and mentor junior staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Experience

• Minimum of 9 years of experience in software testing within a process-driven technology environment
• Exposure to financial services and/or investment management domains
• Strong understanding of QA methodologies, including functional, regression, and integration testing
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Proven experience with test automation (UI and/or API)
• Proficiency in SQL for data validation and analysis
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner) is a plus
• Ability to multi-task and manage time efficiently
• Ability to translate business requirements into detailed functional and technical test plans
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate findings
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Team player with high energy and a positive attitude
• Strong sense of ownership with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter who can ramp up independently and be able to educate team members on end user workflows

Salary Range:

$65,000 - $113,750 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.

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.

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.

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.

Job 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.