Senior QE Analyst

rbc; Halifax; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and flexible benefits

Stock where applicable

Career development opportunities

Job summary

RBC in Halifax, Canada, seeks a QA Test Engineer to advance quality assurance initiatives across the software lifecycle. You will develop test strategies, perform backend Oracle SQL testing, and apply automation to improve coverage.

This hands-on role requires collaboration with project teams and a proactive approach to identify risks and quality gaps. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in QA, strong Oracle and SQL skills, Unix experience, and knowledge of Big Data, Hive/HQL, and Scala.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a technical field.
• 3+ years in a QA role.
• Hands-on with Oracle Database and SQL query development.
• Hands-on with UNIX.
• Experience with scheduling tools (Stone Branch or similar).
• Hands-on with Python.
• Big Data skills including Hive and HiveQL; Scala experience.
• Experience testing microservices; familiarity with Postman.
• Experience developing and executing functional and non-functional tests.
• Knowledge of test tools/frameworks (e.g., qTest, HP ALM, JIRA, Confluence).
• Experience with test case design, execution, and defect management.
• Knowledge of web services and API testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test strategies and plans across all testing levels.
• Support testing tasks from planning to reporting using the organization's framework.
• Perform backend database testing with Oracle SQL.
• Execute functional and non-functional testing across the lifecycle.
• Leverage automation frameworks to maximise coverage and efficiency.
• Design, develop, and execute test cases aligned with requirements.
• Manage defects through lifecycle using defined processes.
• Collaborate with project teams on test strategy implementation.
• Support test data and environment management and CI/CD initiatives.
• Contribute to process improvements and quality engineering best practices.

Skills

Python programming language

Scala

Hive/HQL

Unix

Test automation

Education

Bachelor of Science/Engineering Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent

Tools

SQL

Oracle Database

Postman

JIRA

Confluence

qTest

HP ALM

Stone Branch

Job description

What is the opportunity?

We are seeking a QA Test Engineer to join our technology team. This role requires a proactive individual who can execute quality assurance initiatives, develop and execute test strategies, and ensure the delivery of high-quality systems. This is a hands‑on technical role where you will operate with minimal supervision, quickly understand complex systems, and proactively identify risks and quality gaps.

What will you do?

• Develop and execute test strategies and plans across all levels of testing (component, integration, end-to-end)
• Support all aspects of testing (plan, script, execute, analyze, and report) using organization's framework/tools and standards
• Conduct hands‑on backend database testing using Oracle Database with SQL query development
• Execute functional and non-functional testing across the application lifecycle
• Leverage automation frameworks and tools to maximize test coverage and efficiency
• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test cases aligned with project requirements
• Manage and track defects through their lifecycle using defined processes
• Collaborate with project/program teams in the implementation of defined test strategies
• Support test data management, test environment management, and continuous integration/delivery initiatives
• Contribute to process improvements and quality engineering best practices

What do you need to succeed?

Must‑have

• Bachelor of Science/Engineering Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent field of study
• At least 3 years' experience in a QA role
• Hands‑on experience with Oracle Database and SQL query development
• Hands‑on experience with UNIX
• Hands‑on experience with scheduling tools (Stone Branch or similar)
• Hands‑on experience with Python programming language
• Must be comfortable with Big Data skills including Hive and HQL (Hive Query Language), Hands‑on experience in Scala
• Experience in testing microservices or knowledge using tools like Postman
• Experience in developing and implementing functional and non-functional testing strategies
• Good knowledge of test tools and frameworks (e.g., qTest, HP ALM, JIRA, Confluence)
• Experience with test case design, execution, and defect management
• Knowledge of web services and API testing

Nice‑to‑have

• Backend database testing expertise
• AI experience or interest in AI-driven testing capabilities
• Test automation experience and framework development
• Test Strategy and Test Plan creation experience
• Agile methodology implementation experience
• Environment management experience
• Hands‑on experience with qTest/HP ALM, JIRA, and Confluence
• Interest in systems analysis and business analysis
• Understanding of financial products and Finance processes knowledge
• Understanding of Finance system architecture design, especially subledgers/ledgers
• Experience in Capital Markets (trade processing and accounting generation)

What's in it for you?

• We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, 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
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities

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Job Skills

Group Problem Solving, Scala (Programming Language), ScalaTest

Additional Job Details

Address: 120 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 Posted Date: 2026-06-01 Application Deadline: 2026-10-15 Note : Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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