Software Developer Engineer in Test Co-op

Magnet Forensics; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company based in Halifax is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join their team. The ideal candidate will design robust automated test solutions for cloud-based products, enhance product quality, and foster collaboration. Competitive pay ranging from $22.01 to $33.81 CAD per hour is offered along with comprehensive benefits including generous time off and healthcare. The company promotes a hybrid work environment focusing on work-life balance.

Benefits

Generous time off policies

Competitive compensation

Volunteer opportunities

Healthcare and retirement benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in Software Development in Test with a strong focus on cloud automation.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C#, Java).
• Strong understanding of software architecture, APIs, SDKs, and system integration testing.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain an automation roadmap aligned with team goals.
• Design and manage automated testing suites, including CI/CD pipeline development.
• Validate deployments across multiple cloud environments.

Skills

Software Development in Test

Cloud automation

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Tools

Python

C#

Java

CI/CD tools

Docker

Job description

Overview

Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes, and shares evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets, and IoT-related devices. We are continually innovating so our customers can deploy advanced and effective tools to protect their companies, communities, and countries. We serve thousands of customers globally and help modernize digital investigations, fight crime, protect assets, and guard national security. With employees around the world, Magnet Forensics supports your learning and development, a collaborative team, and opportunities to make a difference in the world. If you think you would be the right person to join our team working toward this goal, we would love to hear from you!

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join our engineering team, supporting the development and deployment of our next-generation AI-powered cloud-based products. In this role you will design and implement robust, scalable, and automated test solutions to ensure the reliability and performance of our cloud platform. You’ll work closely with developers, product managers, and other SDETs to design and implement robust cloud test strategies, automation frameworks, and validation tools. The successful candidate will contribute meaningfully, be determined, and manage major turning points independently in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

• Define and maintain an automation roadmap aligned with team goals and product evolution
• Act as a subject matter expert in test strategy and tooling within your domain
• Design and manage automated testing suites, including CI/CD pipeline development
• Validate deployments across multiple cloud environments
• Work closely with development to improve the quality of the product

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in Software Development in Test with a strong focus on cloud automation
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C#, Java)
• Experience with test automation tools and frameworks
• Strong understanding of software architecture, APIs, SDKs, and system integration testing
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud-based testing environments
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Nice to Have Skills

• Familiarity with monitoring and alerting tools (e.g., Grafana, DataDog, CloudWatch)
• Experience with BDD
• AWS: S3, DynamoDB, OpenSearch
• Exposure to security testing, performance testing, and regression strategies
• Docker container

Compensation & Benefits

At Magnet Forensics, we are committed to fair and consistent pay practices for our student roles. Hourly pay is determined using standardized, non-negotiable salary bands based on academic progression and the number of official completed work terms recognized by your academic institution.

$22.01 - $33.81 CAD per hour

Salary Range (min-max)

Position Type

New Position

Benefits

Magnet is proud to offer benefits such as:

• Generous time off policies
• Competitive compensation
• Volunteer opportunities
• Reward and recognition programs
• Employee committees & resource groups
• Healthcare and retirement benefits

Indicators of Success

We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate indicators of success through skills and experiences, not just check a box. We want to be part of your development journey and will learn from you as you learn from us.

How We Work

We take a hybrid-flexible approach to support productivity and work-life balance. If you’re near an office, you’ll occasionally join in person. The frequency depends on department and team needs, typically ranging from weekly to monthly. Most days you can choose what works best for you while staying aligned with your team’s goals. We’re excited to welcome you to our team and look forward to achieving great things together.

The Most Important Thing

We’re looking for candidates who can provide examples of how they have demonstrated Magnet CODE in their past experiences: CARE – We care about our people and our mission; OWN – We are accountable with integrity; DEDICATE – We put our best effort into meeting customer needs; EVOLVE – We continually innovate and collaborate to make an impact.

We are committed to continuous learning and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you’re interested in this role but do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Magnet Forensics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides an inclusive, accessible recruitment process and work environment. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the hiring process. For accommodations, please contact us.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check in accordance with applicable laws. Refusal to consent to a background check may be grounds for revoking an offer.

US Applicants: Magnet Forensics participates in E-Verify and will provide Form I-9 information to confirm authorization to work in the U.S.