Senior Software Development Engineer

PowerToFly; Remote; CAD 98,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company in Canada is seeking a talented Automation Developer to enhance their testing infrastructure. This role involves developing automated tests for backend and UI workflows using C++ and modern web automation frameworks. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science along with extensive experience in test automation. Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering quality software and enjoy a competitive salary package that includes additional benefits.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

6 week paid sabbatical every 4 years

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• 5+ years in software development with 3+ years in hands-on test automation.
• Experience developing automation for both backend services and UI applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated tests for backend services and UI workflows.
• Implement API test automation for cloud services and microservices.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to automate high-value manual test cases.

Skills

Strong C++ programming experience

Experience with Python

Web automation frameworks (Playwright, Selenium, Cypress)

Proficient in REST and GraphQL testing

SQL databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL)

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Postman

Docker

Job description

Position Overview

Autodesk is a global leader in 3D Design, Engineering, and Entertainment software. The work we do at Autodesk touches nearly every person on the planet. By creating software tools for making buildings, machines, and even the latest movies, we influence and empower some of the most creative people in the world to solve problems that matter. We work on a cutting‑edge CAD/CAM/CAE product, Fusion 360. Fusion CI/CD/Test System is a critical and sophisticated engineering infrastructure and pipeline for Fusion 360 build, development, testing, and delivery. It is built and running on modern Cloud Computing Technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated tests for backend services and UI workflows using C++ frameworks and modern web automation tools (Playwright/Selenium/Cypress)
• Extend test automation solutions to support new testing scenarios, resolving complex build dependencies, linking issues, and cross‑platform compatibility challenges
• Build comprehensive test suites for critical product workflows
• Create web automation solutions for complex UI scenarios, including dynamic JavaScript widgets, iframes, shadow DOM, and cross‑browser compatibility
• Implement API test automation for cloud services and microservices, ensuring regionalization support and data consistency across geographic regions
• Collaborate with the engineering team to automate high‑value manual test cases, improve test coverage, and maintain high‑quality test code
• Leverage AI/ML tools to accelerate test development, generate test data, and improve test reliability
• Build web automation frameworks for third‑party integration testing and external service validation
• Develop intelligent test automation using AI agents and LLMs for test generation and self‑healing capabilities
• Create cross‑system integration tests spanning multiple services, APIs, and external dependencies
• Implement test infrastructure monitoring and contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements
• Optimize test execution through parallelization and efficient test design patterns

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years in software development with 3+ years in hands‑on test automation
• Strong C++ programming experience, including build systems and debugging complex issues
• Experience developing automation for both backend services and UI applications

Technical Skills

• Programming: Strong proficiency in C++ and Python (required); experience with Java or JavaScript/TypeScript is a plus
• C++ Frameworks: Experienced developing or extending test frameworks in C++; ability to resolve build dependencies, linking issues, and cross‑platform compatibility challenges
• Web Automation: Expert‑level experience with modern web automation frameworks (Playwright, Selenium, Cypress); ability to handle complex scenarios (dynamic JavaScript, iframes, shadow DOM, SPAs)
• API Testing: Proficient in REST and GraphQL testing; experience with tools like Postman, REST Assured, or Python requests/httpx
• Test Design: Understanding of test automation patterns
• Databases: SQL databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL); ability to write queries for test validation and data setup

Collaboration & Problem Solving

• Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills across multiple systems and technologies
• Ability to work effectively with engineering and product teams
• Good communication skills for technical discussions and code reviews

Preferred Qualifications

AI & Modern Testing (StrongPlus)

• Experience integrating LLMs and AI agents into test automation workflows
• Hands‑on with prompt engineering for AI‑assisted test generation, data generation, or test maintenance
• Familiarity with agentic frameworks for building intelligent testing systems
• Strong Python async/await programming for building AI‑enhanced automation

Advanced Automation & DevOps (Valued)

• Experience with desktop application testing frameworks and tools (not just web)
• Knowledge of CI/CD integration for automated testing (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI)
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker) for test environment consistency
• Experience with performance testing tools and methodologies
• Understanding of concurrent programming and parallel test execution patterns

Domain Knowledge (Nice to Have)

• Experience with CAD/CAM software or manufacturing industry solutions
• Knowledge of engineering data management: BOM (Bill of Materials), assemblies, product configurations
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems or technical collaboration platforms
• Background in testing complex domain‑specific applications (not just CRUD web apps)

Learn More

About Autodesk

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.

When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

Salary Transparency

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For Canada‑BC based, we expect a starting base salary between $98,600 and $144,650. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Diversity & Belonging

We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.
Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging

What Autodesk Has to Offer

• Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision/Life
• Work - Life Balance
• Paid volunteer time off
• 6 week paid sabbatical every 4 years
• Employee Resource Groups
• A "week of rest" at year's end