Software Test Engineer

High Tech Genesis; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

High Tech Genesis is seeking a Software Test Engineer with approximately 5 years of experience to validate software through manual, automated, end-to-end, and integration testing in manufacturing-related environments.

The ideal candidate will work in Linux environments, develop automated tests with Python, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable software performance across MongoDB, MySQL, and Microsoft Access integrations.

Qualifications

• :7+ years of software testing or QA experience.
• Experience with Python automation.
• Strong knowledge of Linux (Windows experience is an asset).
• Manufacturing or industrial software experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of software validation, integration testing, and deployment processes.
• Experience with MongoDB, MySQL, and Microsoft Access.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual, automated, end-to-end, and integration testing.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python.
• Validate software in Linux and Windows environments (Linux preferred).
• Identify defects and usability issues from a manufacturing perspective.
• Test software integrated with manufacturing instruments, including optical testing systems.
• Work with MongoDB, MySQL, and Microsoft Access.
• Support deployment processes and platform standardization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable software performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Tools

Python automation

Linux

Windows

MongoDB

MySQL

Microsoft Access

Test automation

Job description

Position Summary

We are looking for a Software Test Engineer with approximately 5 years of experience to validate software through manual, automated, end-to-end, and integration testing. The ideal candidate enjoys identifying potential issues before release and has experience working in Linux environments, test automation, and manufacturing-related software.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual, automated, end-to-end, and integration testing.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python.
• Validate software in Linux and Windows environments (Linux preferred).
• Identify defects and usability issues from a manufacturing/operator perspective.
• Test software integrated with manufacturing instruments, including optical testing systems.
• Work with MongoDB, MySQL, and Microsoft Access.
• Support deployment processes and platform standardization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable software performance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software testing or QA experience.
• Experience with Python automation.
• Strong knowledge of Linux (Windows experience is an asset).
• Experience with MongoDB, MySQL, and Microsoft Access.
• Knowledge of software validation, integration testing, and deployment processes.
• Manufacturing or industrial software experience is an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for identifying system weaknesses.