Alpha Global Testing - Automation Test Lead, VP

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Who we are looking for

We are looking for a hands-on Test Automation Lead with a strong track record delivering scalable test automation in large, client-facing transformation programs. Reporting to the global head of automation, you will help manage the team's central automation team, providing technical leadership whilst partnering with functional testers and delivery teams across front, middle, and back office applications. You will need strong experience in automation strategy, a deep understanding of modern test tooling and frameworks (including robotics and GenAI use cases) and are comfortable operating across cloud-native and on-prem environments.

Why this role is important to us

Alpha is the industry's first interoperable front-to-back platform connecting data, applications, and operations across State Street, Charles River Development, clients, and partners. Robust, automated end-to-end testing, is essential to accelerate implementation timelines, increase reliability, and provide consistent, repeatable client experience.

What you will be responsible for

Design, implement, and maintain a modular, reusable test automation framework centered on UiPath Test Suite (incl. RPA test automation, orchestrations, and GenAI-assisted test generation / analysis).

Integrate API, UI, data, and workflow automation to validate complex cross-application processes and data lineage.

Collaborate with functional Test Leads, application developers and technical SMEs to embed test automation early and effectively in the delivery lifecycle.

Lead the planning, execution and reporting of automated test activities across Alpha client implementations.

Define and promote standards, tools, and best practices for test automation, ensuring alignment with organizational and regulatory standards.

Define and track quality cost of automation, coupled with capturing quantitative and qualitative return on investment (ROI) metrics across client implementations.

Estimate automation effort, manage capacity and budget-to-actuals, and handle change control for automation scope.

Prioritize high-value candidates for automation using risk-based, data-driven methods.

Drive defect prevention via root-cause analysis and observability (structured logs, dashboards).

Mentor automation engineers and functional testers, fostering capability growth and continuous improvement.

What we value

Proven experience designing, implementing, and leading test automation in complex enterprise environments.

Hands-on expertise with UiPath Test Suite and familiarity with RPA / GenAI use cases in testing.

Strong grounding in software engineering for tests : Git, branching, code review, dependency management

Experience automating API, UI, data, and workflow tests across cloud-native and on-prem systems.

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a proactive and pragmatic approach to problem solving and team collaboration.

Working knowledge of Agile delivery and tooling (e.g., Jira, Xray, Confluence)

Solid analytical and organizational skills; comfortable in fast-paced, distributed delivery contexts

Understanding of portfolio management / trading workflows and risk / control frameworks (useful but not essential)

Education & Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree. MBA preferred, but not necessary.

5-10 years experience leading test automation / project teams consisting of employees, contractors, and partner organizations.

10-15 years of financial and / or technology transformation experience.

About State Street

What do 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 are making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we have 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. Alpha is our front to back platform that powers better performance and outcomes at every point on the investment lifecycle and is the first open platform from a single provider that connects the front, middle and back office. It harmonizes data, technology and services across trusted providers to help our clients better manage their businesses.

Work, Live, and Grow.

We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance, and savings plans, among other benefits. You will have access to flexible Work Programs 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 perspectives 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 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 programs 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.

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Salary Range :

$130,000 - $212,500 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.

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.

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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.

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