Test Automation Developer - Winter 2027 Co-op/Intern

Definity Financial Corporation; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Definity Financial Corporation in Waterloo, Ontario, invites a motivated student to join our Quality Assurance team as a Test Automation Developer co-op for Winter 2027. You will help automate tests for Web and Mobile apps, design test scripts, and support continuous testing in an Agile IT environment.

Ideal candidates study Computer Science or a related field, are eager to explore AI/ML in the SDLC, and can blend testing with coding duties while applying strong analytical skills and

Qualifications

• Student in Computer Science or related program.
• Willing to work in Agile environment and contribute to testing.
• Willing to test and code as needed.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Automation first mentality.
• Leveraging AI and ML in all phases of SDLC.
• Designing and scripting automated tests for Web Apps and Mobile Apps.
• Testing data seeding, data masking and data analysis.
• Analysis and reporting of testing results.
• Work in an Agile environment to achieve high quality standards.

Skills

Automation testing

AI/ML in SDLC

Web & Mobile testing

REST APIs

JSON

XML

SQL queries

CI/CD

Agile teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

Computer Science or related field

Tools

Test Automation Frameworks

Job description

Test Automation Developer - Winter 2027 Co-op/Intern

Waterloo, ONT, Canada

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Definity is the parent company to some of Canada's most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. Our ambition is to be one of Canada's leading and most innovative property and casualty insurers. We can't do that without our people, so we embrace and encourage a culture that's collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering.

We offer a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Bring your true self and be a part of our journey. It's better here.

YOUR NEXT CO-OP PLACEMENT

Work term: Winter 2027

Work term length: 4-month

From classroom to co-op to career, every step of your journey has an impact on your future. That's why it makes sense to choose a co-op placement with a company that offers truly rewarding work and real-life experience.At Definity®,your contributions,creativity, and energy will be put to good use, and you'll get to be involved with initiatives that support our strategic goals and use your skills in a supportive team environment.

If you're looking for a company that takes care of its people - full time, part time, and co-ops alike - and has a track record of doing big things, get ready to love it here.

What can you expect in this role?

Quality Assurance is a highly strategic and challenging area of our IT business that deals with the validation and verification of software systems and data. Economical Insurance is seeking a technical Student in Quality Assurance to join us in this important area.

You are a student of a Computer Science or related program. You want to work in an Agile team in a professional environment and expand your skills on a project that matters. You are willing to get your hands dirty both testing and/or coding. Your programming skills and expertise in software are impeccable.

This is a technical role, spans multiple technology spaces, and offers a good opportunity to gain and apply experience in a range of systems supporting multiple projects and infrastructures. The successful candidate will be involved with identifying test scenarios, creating and executing test cases and potentially writing automated test scripts.

You'll be working closely with the Quality Engineering team that operates in an Agile environment, working on initiatives that span the business to implement common QA, DevOps, and Development goals.

What you’ll be doing

Automation first mentality

Leveraging AI and ML in all phases of SDLC

Designing and scripting automated tests on Web Apps and Mobile Apps

Testing data seeding, data masking and data analysis

Analysis and reporting of testing results

Working in an Agile environment to achieve the highest possible quality standards and improve current QE capabilities

What you bring

Experience in Large Language Model (LLM), Machine Learning (ML), Generative AI (GenAI), and Agentic AI

Experience with consuming REST or Soap APIs an asset

Proficiency working with JSON and XML data formats

Hands-on skill and utilization of SQL for the querying of data

Hands on exposure to Test Automation Frameworks / Test Harness an asset

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)

Did you know?

We care about our co-ops: Definity's co-op students are considered the best pipeline of talent for our full-time, permanent positions.

We care about students: Definity distributes $85,000 in scholarships to students across Canada each year.

We care about our community: Definity donates more than $1 million every year to causes that drive true change in the neighbourhoods in which we live and work.

What can Definity offer you?

Meaningful work forwarding our purpose of building a better world by helping our clients and communities adapt and thrive in their hardest times of need.

Culture of accountability, empowerment, and collaboration.

Opportunities to support personal and professional growth through real-life experience and unique learning opportunities.

Opportunity to join our employee groups -focused on women's empowerment, LGBTQ+, anti-racism and cultural equity, and environmental activism

Determinedto create positive change for our environment, our people, and our communities, now and in the future. Check our ESG work !

This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.

The hourly compensation for the role starts at $22.50 per hour and will increase based on factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, and the recommended rates as set by the respective educational institution.

We also take potential into consideration. If you don't have this exact experience, but you know you have what it takes, be sure to give us more insight through your application and cover letter.

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting [e-mail].

As part of Definity's commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands.

Background checks

This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references).