Senior QA Engineer

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in the Americas is seeking an experienced QA Engineer to ensure the delivery of high-quality web and mobile applications. The role involves end-to-end testing and automation, with a strong emphasis on banking applications. Ideal candidates will have over 6 years of experience in testing and familiarity with tools like Playwright and Appium. The position offers competitive benefits and a commitment to inclusivity.

Benefits

Competitive rewards program

Flexible vacation

Tuition assistance

Diversity and Inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in QA roles, preferably in Banking.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with automation testing frameworks.
• Good understanding of SDLC – Waterfall and Agile.

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end testing for web and mobile applications.
• Develop User Acceptance Testing (UAT) test plans.
• Collaborate with project teams during the software development life cycle.

Skills

Web and Native Mobile Applications Testing

Test Automation

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Playwright

Appium

Xcode

Android Studio

JIRA

Confluence

HP ALM

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic QA Engineer specializing in web and Native Mobile Applications Testing to join our innovative and fast-paced organization. As a Sr QA Engineer, you will work with a team of talented QA engineers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality Web and mobile applications through comprehensive testing and quality assurance practices. Ensures all activities conducted are in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end testing for Web and Native mobile applications, including test planning, test case development, test execution, and defect management.
• Champion a customer-focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
• Assess UAT projects to determine the risk of releasing the code into the current test environment, including impact to multiple projects, overlap in applications and code, within tight timeframes.
• Prepare User Acceptance Testing (UAT) test plans; test documentation (test functions, test cases, scripts) based on risk analysis to ensure optimal use of testing time while adhering to UAT policies, standards and procedures.
• Collaborate with project teams during the software development life cycle to ensure business and technical requirements are fulfilled; contribute recommendations and assessments to ongoing project reviews.
• Develop application and process expertise within UAT and provide hands-on training on systems, hardware, environment, product, standards, and methodology to other analysts as required.
• Maintain a thorough and current understanding of a broad range of banking applications, UAT code configuration, system integration, environment resources and code delivery processes; provide technical advice to development teams and external suppliers on integration of specific applications within the UAT environment.
• Develop and execute test automation scripts, analyze test logs and validate results; make simple changes to automated test cases as needed.
• Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
• Contribute to effective and efficient operations in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, Code of Conduct and Global Sales Principles, ensuring adequacy and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations related to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk.
• Champion a high-performance environment and contribute to an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required.
• 6+ years of work experience, preferably in a Banking environment, with proficiency in testing Web and Native mobile apps (Android and iOS).
• 5+ years hands-on experience with automation testing frameworks and tools (Playwright for web and Appium).
• Good knowledge of web and mobile application testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks.
• Hands-on experience working with Xcode/Android Studio.
• 2+ years of most recent project experience with Charles Proxy and Postman.
• 2+ years native accessibility testing using VoiceOver & TalkBack (all mobile testers run accessibility testing and work with a team of developers).
• Experience in accessibility testing and familiarity with JAWS, color contrast analyzer.
• Experience with accessibility testing methodologies, tools, techniques, and assistive technologies to ensure accessible content test in accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and WCAG 2.0/2.1.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC – Waterfall and Agile; experience in both environments in QA roles.
• Hands-on experience with JIRA, Confluence and HP ALM.
• Excellent communication skills to address project-related issues and conflicts within the quality assurance testing cycle.
• Ability to integrate AI tools into the testing workflow to support intelligent test case generation, defect prediction, and visual validation.

What’s in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship: We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered, respected, and engaged through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations: We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits start on day one.
• Dynamic ecosystem: free tea & coffee, universal washrooms, and spaces for team collaboration.
• Community engagement: opportunities for involvement and belonging with our programs.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please contact our support team. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.