Integration and Test Developer

Syntronic - A Global Design House; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Syntronic in Canada seeks an experienced Integration and Test Specialist to support testing and validation of network management applications across software and networks. You will perform hands-on system and integration testing, build automated tests in Python, and collaborate with development teams to reproduce issues and verify fixes.

You will work onsite in a hybrid Canadian environment four days a week, apply NETCONF and gNMI knowledge, test IP networking, routing, and network devices, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in a technical field.
• 8+ years in software, system, integration, or network testing.
• Hands-on experience testing network management apps.
• Strong test automation experience using Python.
• Knowledge of NETCONF and gNMI for device config/validation.
• Solid OSI/IP networking understanding (TCP/UDP/VLANs).
• Experience with routing protocols (BGP/OSPF/IS-IS).
• Experience with Linux and containerized environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain test plans and cases for network management applications.
• Create and maintain automated tests with Python.
• Perform hands-on testing of networks and related infrastructure.
• Validate configurations using NETCONF/gNMI and protocol analysis.
• Document defects and verify fixes with development teams.
• Collaborate across software, networking, and systems teams.

Skills

Python

NETCONF

gNMI

IP networking

Linux

Docker

Kubernetes

Test automation

REST APIs

JSON/XML/YAML/Protobuf

PostgreSQL/MySQL

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Join Syntronic: Where Your Innovation Shapes the Future

At Syntronic, we don't just follow industry trends—we set them! Join us in partnering with visionary companies and the brightest minds to turn ground-breaking ideas into reality. Imagine working on cutting-edge telecom advancements, pioneering automotive tech, life-saving healthcare innovations, and next-gen industrial automation. Our projects are diverse, impactful, and at the forefront of technological innovation. Be a part of something extraordinary!

Who are we?

Syntronic is a global leader in design and development, specializing in electronics, electro-mechanics, and software. We’re not just a company; we’re a community of innovators. Our teams work on projects that define the future—from creating state-of-the-art communication systems and autonomous vehicles to advancing IoT solutions that revolutionize everyday life. At Syntronic, your work will make a real difference.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking individuals who want to:

• Collaborate with top-tier clients on transformative, cutting-edge projects.
• Engage with and learn from industry leaders
• Innovate from concept to completion, ensuring high standards.
• Gain international experience on global projects.
• Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment that supports new ideas.
• Explore multiple sectors like telecommunications, automotive, healthcare, and industrial automation.

We are looking for an experienced Integration and Test Specialist to support the testing and validation of network management applications used to monitor and control complex communications systems. This role will focus on hands-on system and integration testing, test automation, network management protocols, and troubleshooting across software and networking environments. The successful candidate will work closely with development teams to identify defects, validate fixes, and ensure applications meet functional, technical, performance, and operational requirements.

What You'll Do

• Develop a strong understanding of network management applications, system architecture, interfaces, and operational workflows.
• Develop, review, execute, and maintain system, integration, functional, and regression test cases.
• Build and maintain automated test solutions using Python.
• Perform hands-on testing of network management applications and supporting network infrastructure.
• Validate network configuration and management functionality using protocols and interfaces such as NETCONF and gNMI.
• Characterize, document, and track software defects, working closely with development teams to reproduce issues and verify fixes.
• Verify that products meet technical, functional, performance, and business requirements.
• Perform network and application troubleshooting using packet captures, traffic generators, logs, and other diagnostic tools.
• Test network devices, services, APIs, databases, containers, and distributed system components as part of end-to-end system validation.
• Support testing of IP networking, routing, VLANs, network management interfaces, and automated device configuration.
• Document test results, defects, findings, and supporting evidence using test management and issue-tracking tools.
• Work independently while collaborating closely with software development, networking, systems, and integration teams.

What You'll Need To Get The Job Done

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of relevant industry experience in software, system, integration, or network testing.
• Strong hands-on experience testing network management applications.
• Strong experience developing test automation using Python.
• Hands-on knowledge of NETCONF and gNMI for network device configuration, management, or validation.
• Strong understanding of IP networking, including TCP, UDP, VLANs, routing, and the OSI model.
• Experience working with routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and/or IS-IS.
• Experience working with routers, switches, and networked systems in lab or production-like environments.
• Experience working in Linux environments.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, containers, and virtualized application environments.
• Experience with network troubleshooting and traffic analysis tools such as tcpdump, iPerf, Spirent, IXIA, or similar technologies.
• Experience working with data formats and interfaces such as JSON, XML, YAML, Protobuf, and REST APIs.
• Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills with the ability to work independently and within a collaborative technical team.
• The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP).
• Ability to work onsite four days per week in a hybrid environment.

What Will Make Us REALLY Love You

• xperience developing or maintaining YANG data models.
• Experience with gNOI for network operations, diagnostics, or state validation.
• Experience using Ansible or similar tools for network automation.
• Experience with Kafka or other messaging and event-streaming technologies.
• Experience with Zephyr, Jira, or similar test management and defect-tracking tools.
• CCNA, CCNP, or comparable networking certification.

$110,000 - $120,000 a year

$110,000 - 120,000

This posting is for an active vacancy.

What You’ll Love About Us

At Syntronic, our employees are our greatest asset. We foster innovation, collaboration, and excellence, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join a global community that values creativity and diversity.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.