Software Developer-Test Engineering

General Motors; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Test) in Markham to ensure applications meet software standards. The role involves advanced test planning, executing automated and manual test cases, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have deep experience in test strategy and automation and be able to lead testing activities. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement with significant impact across functions.

Qualifications

• Deep experience in test strategy and automation.
• Ability to derive test estimates and manage resources effectively.
• Experience in leading testing activities and creating test plans.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute automated and manual test cases.
• Review requirements and design verification plans.
• Produce and analyze test and project metrics.

Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of software testing

Experience with test automation

Advanced analytical techniques

Ability to work with minimal guidance

Strong communication skills

Job description

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. The successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation Centre (MEC) three times per week, at minimum.

The Role

Senior Software Engineer (Test) ensures applications meet GM software and feature standards for functional, system, quality, security, performance, and architecture requirements. The role involves advanced test planning, execution, and quality reporting through engagement with developers, stakeholders, and support groups. Responsibilities include creating and executing automated and manual test cases and plans.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

As a fully qualified individual contributor, you will possess comprehensive knowledge of your function and exercise independent judgment on significant matters. This level is typical for professionals at this stage of their career.

EXPERTISE

• Recognized as an experienced professional with complete knowledge of your area and broad understanding of related fields.
• Identify and analyze options through independent analysis, proposing solutions to improve processes and support strategies.
• Apply advanced analytical techniques to resolve complex problems.
• Work independently with minimal guidance, serving as a resource for less experienced colleagues.

COMPLEXITY

• Devise solutions based on limited information, using evaluation and judgment for new problems requiring strategic thought.
• Build relationships with senior internal and external partners, using data to demonstrate project value and address objections.
• Effect change across broader areas through persuasion and strategic influence.

SCOPE AND IMPACT

• Handle diverse challenges with multiple components, developing comprehensive plans independently.
• Own the development and delivery of solutions, leading cross-team efforts and mentoring junior staff.
• Operate with significant impact across their function.

The Software Test Engineer will review requirements, design verification plans, execute tests, log defects, and report metrics. The role requires deep experience in test strategy, automation, and clear reporting.

- Collaborate with architects, engineers, developers, and managers for successful project delivery.

- Manage resource utilization and communicate constraints.

- Lead testing activities, develop test plans, and improve testing processes.

- Derive test estimates from requirements.

- Manage multiple projects and lead testing efforts.

- Create manual and automated test cases, developing automation scripts as needed.

- Execute tests, troubleshoot issues, log defects, and track progress.

- Review test plans and provide feedback.

- Produce and analyze test and project metrics, addressing quality concerns.

- Develop test execution plans and propose process improvements.

- Over time, become a subject matter expert in components and processes.

- Uphold GM values, model behaviors, and contribute to a positive culture.

- Perform additional duties as assigned.