Software Developer in Test II

CNN; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Warner Bros. Discovery in Ottawa, ON is seeking a Software Developer in Test II to drive quality across CNN Digital products. You’ll contribute to test automation, design test strategies, and collaborate with SETs to deliver reliable releases.

The role emphasizes automation, debugging, and staying current with testing tools and methodologies, with opportunities to influence process improvements and work with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of software testing automation experience.
• Experience with at least one test automation framework.
• Programming languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, or Java.
• Experience with debugging tools and CI/CD processes.
• Knowledge of unit, functional, integration, API, and performance tests.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own testing cycles from analysis to execution to meet quality standards.
• Define test approach and build test scenarios.
• Pair with senior engineers to build automated tests and create new solutions.
• Participate in test case and code reviews with stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges in testing.
• Follow best practices and promote quality through automation.
• Provide input to process improvements for test suites.
• Stay updated on latest testing methodologies and tools.

Skills

Test automation

CI/CD

Programming languages

Debugging tools

Web domain knowledge

Soft skills

Tools

Github

Jenkins

Charles Proxy

Postman

BrowserStack

Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.

To see what it’s like to work atCNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X !

Your New Role

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.

To see what it’s like to work atCNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X !

Your New Role

Testing Center of Excellence (TCoE) is the frontline owner of quality engineering process for Consumer Digital + Platform organization. We provide standardized process and tools to enhance the quality of applications for various WBD brands in News, Sports, and Entertainment verticals. We work closely with our brand partners and act as a center of expertise, best practice, and continuous improvement in the field of quality engineering. Quality is owned by the entire team. SETs are the frontline owners of quality processes, including the process of development, testing, and delivery.

As a Software Developer in Test II, you’ll be responsible for ensuring quality releases of CNN Digital products. You’ll contribute to test automation and all testing stages throughout SDLC. The ideal candidate has developed reliable automated suites and contributed to multiple stable and scalable product releases that have been running successfully in a production environment. Additionally, our SETs care about the user experience and have a passion for quality, learning, and collaboration.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Own and contribute to testing cycles from analysis, planning, and development, to execution, to ensure the application meets quality standards.

• Define test approach and build test scenarios.

• Pair up with senior engineers build automated tests that iterate upon what has already been written, as well as create new solutions.

• Participate in test case and code reviews and provide input as needed via technical documentation, interaction with stakeholders, and other opportunities as needed.

• Identify and resolve technical challenges related to software testing, including diagnosing and debugging issues.

• Follow best practices and cultivate a culture that is committed to quality through test automation.

• Provide input to process improvement by considering the long-term health of our testing suites, both manual and automated. Work with other SETs to monitor and implement process and strategy changes that will maintain and improve the support of our applications.

• Stay updated on the latest testing methodologies, tools, and industry best practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2+ years of software testing automation experience. Has proven ability to support quality product releases by implementing automation coverage as directed

• Working knowledge of at least one test automation framework.

• Working knowledge in one or more programming languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java, etc.

• Demonstrated working knowledge of debugging tools and CI/CD process.

• Conceptual thinking to understand complex issues and implications

• Solid understanding and experience with multiple test types including unit, functional, integration, API, load and performance tests.

• Strong Web domain knowledge

• Working knowledge of digital payments project. Subscription lifecycle testing experience preferred.

• Compliance testing knowledge of financial regulations and standards is nice to have

• Good understanding of digital product development for web, mobile, ott, and backend infrastructure.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Experience with common software/testing tools such as Github, Jenkins, Charles Proxy, Postman, BrowserStack, etc

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on the team on the day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $77,900.00 - $124,600.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.This position is open for an existing position vacancy.