Quality Engineer - Halifax

0000050007 Royal Bank of Canada; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is looking for a motivated individual to join the FIAT team in Halifax. The role focuses on database testing and automation scripting. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and experience working in Agile environments. This position offers competitive compensation and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Flexible work/life balance options

World-class training program

Qualifications

• Must have database and ETL testing experience.
• Knowledge of writing SQL queries is essential.
• Experience in automation scripting using Python or Java is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute test cases based on business requirements.
• Collaborate with analysts, developers, and product owners.
• Participate in scrum and team meetings.

Skills

Database / ETL testing experience

Writing SQL Queries

Automation script development using Python / Java

Experience working in Agile environment

Test Management / Reporting tools like JIRA

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree or diploma in Computer Science

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Qtest

DevOps pipelines – Jenkins

GitHub

Job description

Job Description

Global Functions Technology (GFT) is part of RBC’s Technology and Operations division. GFT’s impact is far-reaching as we collaborate with partners from across the company to deliver innovative and transformative IT solutions. Our clients represent Risk, Finance, HR, CAO, Audit, Legal, Compliance, Financial Crime, Capital Markets, Personal and Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. We also lead the development of digital tools and platforms to enhance collaboration. We believe that innovation should drive all that we do, in challenging assumptions and being big and bold with our ideas. We support our people in developing the technical, business and professional skills needed to be successful. You will work with partners from across the company, participate in networking events, and have access to a wide variety of supports including mentorship. You will work directly with leaders who believe in celebrating successes and sharing learnings with other teams to promote progress. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our FIAT team at Halifax. This individual will be reporting to the Sr. QE Manager and will support the QE team on the new and ongoing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute test cases and test scripts based on business requirements and user stories
• Collaborate with Business analysts, Developers, PMs and Product owner to understand business requirements, test scope
• Actively participate in scrum, team meetings, technical walkthroughs and business reviews
• Work on test case management, defect management, test reporting tools
• Work independently to plan, prioritize and execute assigned tasks
• Suggest improvements to testing processes and practices
• Be able to enhance their own skills and build knowledge in all aspects of the organization

Must-Have Qualifications

• Database / ETL testing experience with good knowledge in writing SQL Queries
• Exposure to automation script development using Python / Java
• Experience working in Agile environment
• Experience with Test Management / Reporting tools like JIRA, Confluence, Qtest
• Demonstrated ability in written and oral communication skills along with strong presentation skills
• Ability to determine the information and communication needs of the stakeholders and project
• A relevant degree or diploma in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a comparable field of study

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience working with DevOps pipelines – Jenkins, GitHub, UCD
• Knowledge of automation frameworks especially Robot
• Basic Knowledge on Unix / Linux commands
• ISTQB certification

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training program in financial services
• Flexible work / life balance options
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
• Opportunities to building close relationships with clients

Location

175 WESTERN PKY: BEDFORD

City: Bedford

Country: Canada

Work hours / week: 37.5

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Application Deadline

2025-11-27 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Equal Opportunity

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.