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This role partners closely with the Implementation Test Manager and is accountable for managing end-to-end test execution for a specific function (e.g., Front Office, Middle Office, Back Office, or Data) within an Alpha implementation.\nThe role requires hands-on ownership of planning, execution, coordination, reporting and defect management to ensure high-quality, predictable delivery outcomes.\nWhy this role is important to us\nAlpha implementations are complex, multi-functional programs spanning business processes, data, and technology across the investment lifecycle. Functional test execution must be tightly coordinated, well-governed, and aligned with overall program milestones. The Functional Test Lead plays a critical role in ensuring function-level testing is executed effectively, risks are surfaced early, and dependencies across teams are actively managed.\nWhat you will be responsible for\nPartner with the Implementation Test Manager to manage all aspects of test execution for an assigned function within a specific Alpha implementation.\nOwn function-level test execution delivery, including:Test strategy and approach for the function\nDetailed test planning and scheduling\nDay-to-day execution management across test phases\nDefect management, triage, and resolution tracking\nStatus reporting, risk identification, and issue escalation\n\nProvide strong project management discipline for the functional testing workstream, including dependency tracking and milestone alignment.\nCoordinate closely with business, technology, and integration teams to ensure functional scope, data readiness, and environments are aligned.\nPartner with the System Performance team to support planning and execution of performance testing activities relevant to the function.\nPartner with the Automation team to drive adoption and execution of automation, ensuring functional test coverage, reusability, and alignment with overall test strategy.\nOwn end-to-end defect management for the assigned function, including defect identification, logging, triage, prioritization, tracking, and closure across test phases.\nLead defect triage forums at the functional level, partnering with business, technology, and integration teams to drive timely resolution.\nEnsure defects are risk-assessed, severity-aligned, and impact-aware, with clear traceability to business processes and test scenarios.\nProactively identify defect trends, systemic issues, and quality risks, escalating to the Implementation Test Manager with clear mitigation recommendations.\nMaintain strong governance over defect SLAs, aging, leakage, and reopen rates, ensuring transparency and predictability in execution.\nEnsure accurate and disciplined use of defect management tools (e.g., JIRA), including reporting, dashboards, and audit-ready documentation.\nEnsure adherence to testing standards, governance, and best practices across functional test cycles.\nManage and guide functional test analysts and testers (FTEs and vendors), providing clear direction and execution oversight.\nProduce clear, concise test status reporting for the Test Manager and broader implementation leadership.\nContribute to continuous improvement of functional testing approaches, assets, and execution models.\nPlay an advisory role in projects facing challenges, providing direction, solution and stabilization support.\nProactively drive initiatives, identify gaps and implement improvements across projects.\nWhat we value\nStrong execution mindset with the ability to operate independently while aligning closely with broader program leadership.\nExperience leading functional testing within complex, client-facing transformation or platform implementation programs.\nAbility to balance hands-on test leadership with structured reporting and stakeholder communication.\nStrong collaboration skills across Testing, Performance, Automation, Technology, and Business teams.\nCommitment to quality, risk management, and delivery predictability.\nThese skills will help you succeed in this role:\nEnd-to-end test execution and delivery management\nFunctional test planning and execution leadership\nDefect management and risk-based decision making\nExperience leading defect triage and resolution governance\nProject and delivery coordination skills\nExperience with agile or hybrid delivery models (e.g., JIRA, Confluence)\nStrong analytical, organizational, and communication skills\nAbility to work effectively in a global, multi-vendor environment\nKnowledge of front, middle, and back-office workflows and data flows (preferred)\nEducation & Preferred Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree or higher in Technology, Finance, Management, or related disciplines\n10-15 years overall experience, with strong experience in functional testing for financial services or technology transformation programs\n4-8 years of experience leading testing workstreams or functional teams across internal and external stakeholders\nAbout State Street\nAcross 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.\nWe 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. 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