QA Automation Tester II - 6 month contract

Empire Life; Kingston; Remote; CAD 65,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a QA Automation Tester II to enhance their Enterprise Project Management Office team. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the development of test automation suites for web-based applications and APIs, ensuring quality and robustness in software delivery. You will work in a supportive environment that values work-life balance and offers impactful projects that contribute positively to the company and society. If you are passionate about automation and eager to grow your skills in a diverse and inclusive workplace, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with annual pay increases

Annual bonus program

Comprehensive employer-funded benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Four weeks annual vacation

Defined contribution pension plan

Top-up programs for parental leave

Employer-sponsored wellness programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in Core Java and Selenium UI Automation.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with Mobile automation and maintaining test frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality test automation scripts for various applications.
• Contribute to automated testing with functional and integration testing.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure effectiveness of test suites.

Skills

Core Java

Selenium UI Automation

BDD Cucumber Framework

API REST Assured

GitHub

CI/CD pipelines

AGILE methodologies

JIRA

Mobile automation/Appium

Test management tools

Education

University degree

College diploma

Technical training

Tools

GitHub

JIRA

Test management tools

Job description

QA Automation Tester II - 6 month contract

Contract Full-Time Professional Any Canadian Location, CA

4 days ago Requisition ID: 2370

Salary Range: $65,800.00 To $123,000.00 Annually

Please note the base salary will be determined by the successful candidate's education, skills, and experience. The listed salary range serves as a general pay guideline for this position's pay level.

Location

Remote or hybrid - anywhere in Canada

About the Role

Empire Life is looking to hire a QA Automation Tester II to join our Enterprise Project Management Office (PMO) team! The QA Automation Tester II is an intermediate software developer, focused on the creation of test automation suites for web-based applications, APIs, and other various applications. As a QA Automation Tester II, you will lead the test automation development efforts relating to the initiatives you are assigned to. The incumbent is guided by defined procedural constraints and works under the light supervision of the Manager, IT Quality Assurance in support of all business units.

Why Pursue This Opportunity

1. The environment - we understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to provide a supportive work environment that allows our employees to achieve both personal and professional goals.
2. Impactful work - get the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that have a positive impact on our customers, our company, and society as a whole.
3. Hone your skills - this is an opportunity that allows for you to grow your technical and functional skills.
4. Diversity, equity, and inclusion - we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and welcome candidates who share this commitment.

What You’ll Be Working On

1. Effective software development (“coding”) of high-quality test automation scripts
2. Contribute to automated testing with functional, behavioral, and integration testing
3. Proactively work with internal development, network, and security teams to ensure robustness and effectiveness of test suites created
4. Troubleshoot problems and ensure resolution of issues impeding effective test coverage or execution
5. Research and investigate improvements; analyze and provide findings and recommendations to management

What We’re Looking For You To Have

1. 2+ years experience with Core Java, Selenium UI Automation, BDD Cucumber Framework & API REST Assured
2. Advanced experience with GitHub
3. Strong knowledge and experience with implementing testing with CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions
4. Experience preparing or supporting the preparation of automation test plans and automation test cases using test management tools
5. Thorough understanding of the AGILE methodologies, SDLC, STLC, JIRA
6. Experience with project management tools such as JIRA
7. 3+ years work experience in test automation/software development
8. 3+ years experience with an Agile Development Environment
9. Experience with Mobile automation/Appium
10. Experience maintaining an existing test automation framework
11. Ability to work independently and as a team member as required
12. Ability to report all defects effectively and accurately
13. Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced, changing environment
14. Experience with designing Integration, System, User Acceptance tests
15. Completion of a University degree, college diploma, technical training, and/or equivalent experience
16. If you are applying for a position which is open to applicants across Canada, unless otherwise indicated in the position, language proficiency in English is required for communicating with customers, advisors, or employees across Canada.

Beyond the Salary

For regular full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:

1. Competitive salaries with annual pay increases
2. Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non-sales positions
3. A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, that includes life insurance, disability, health and dental, and a generous health account
4. Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days
5. Four weeks annual vacation from hire date
6. A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching
7. Top-up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave
8. Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs

Empire Life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and welcome everyone to participate in our application process. We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, even if you don't believe you meet each unique qualification outlined. Applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Empire Life welcomes applications from people with disabilities and disabled people. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the screening and selection process. If you need this job posting in an alternative format or have any accessibility questions, please contact [e-mail]