Quality Assurance Automation Engineer (SELENIUM, CORE JAVA, JDBC)

MDA Edge; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT Services seeks a Quality Assurance Automation Engineer to lead testing projects, develop automation solutions, and mentor junior team members. Ideal candidates will have strong Java and Selenium skills, with a focus on API and database testing. Join a collaborative environment to enhance software quality and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software development and test automation.
• Strong proficiency in Java and designing test automation frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead consulting projects and provide strategic guidance on testing strategies.
• Architect and implement robust test automation solutions using Java and Selenium.

Skills

Java

Selenium

API Testing

Database Testing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

RestAssured

Postman

SOAP UI

JDBC

Job description

Quality Assurance Automation Engineer (SELENIUM, CORE JAVA, JDBC)

This range is provided by MDA Edge. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$90,000.00 / yr - CA$95,000.00 / yr

Responsibilities :

• Lead consulting projects and engagements, serving as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Provide strategic guidance on testing strategies, automation frameworks, and quality assurance processes.
• Architect, design, and implement robust test automation solutions using Java, Selenium, and API testing frameworks to ensure software reliability, scalability, and performance.
• Develop and maintain automated test suites for API endpoints and database interactions using tools and libraries such as RestAssured and JDBC.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including developers, QA engineers, and project managers—to define testing requirements, establish best practices, and drive continuous improvement in software quality.
• Conduct code reviews, optimize performance, and troubleshoot to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of test automation scripts and frameworks.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants and team members by providing technical guidance, sharing knowledge, and fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in software testing and quality assurance. Apply relevant methodologies and tools to enhance testing processes and practices.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in software development, quality assurance, and test automation, with a focus on Java, Selenium, API testing, and database testing.
• Strong proficiency in Java, with hands-on experience in designing and implementing test automation frameworks and libraries.
• Experience with API testing tools such as RestAssured, Postman, or SOAP UI, and proficiency in testing RESTful and SOAP web services.
• Solid understanding of database concepts, SQL, and experience in database testing using JDBC or similar libraries.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and drive resolution in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Leadership experience in managing teams, overseeing projects, and driving technical initiatives to completion.
• Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., ISTQB, Java certifications) are a plus.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

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