Test Engineer

Aviva; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent insurance provider in York Region is seeking a passionate Junior Quality Engineering Engineer to assist in software testing and automation. The role offers a collaborative environment and an opportunity to learn from experienced team members while contributing to testing activities. You will be involved in test planning, automation, and quality assurance in an agile context. Compelling rewards and career development opportunities are included.

Benefits

Base compensation

Annual bonus eligibility

Retirement savings plan

Health benefits

Competitive vacation package

Corporate wellness programs

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or entry-level candidate in software testing.
• Exposure to programming languages like Java or Python.
• Knowledge of APIs and tools like Postman or SOAPUI.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating test plans and cases.
• Support development and execution of automated test scripts.
• Collaborate with team to ensure quality deliverables.

Skills

Basic understanding of software testing concepts

Eagerness to learn

Good communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Selenium

Postman

Git

Job description

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Junior Quality Engineering (QE) Engineer / Test Automation Developer to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or individuals starting their career in software testing and automation. You will work closely with experienced team members to learn and contribute to testing activities in an agile environment.

Come join our team!

What you'll do:

• Learn and assist in creating test plans and test cases.

• Support the development and execution of automated test scripts.

• Help maintain and enhance test automation frameworks.

• Participate in testing activities including functional, regression, and API testing.

• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and other team members to ensure quality deliverables.

• Document test results and help identify bugs or issues.

• Continuously learn new tools, technologies, and best practices in test automation.

What you'll bring:

• A degree or diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• Basic understanding of software testing concepts and SDLC.

• Exposure to any programming language (Java or Python preferred).

• Familiarity with automation tools like Selenium or Postman is a plus.

• Eagerness to learn and grow in a collaborative team environment.

• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of APIs (REST/SOAP) and tools like Postman or SOAPUI.

• Familiarity with version control tools like Git.

• Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies.

• Interest in the insurance domain or enterprise applications

What you’ll get:

• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

• Outstanding Career Development opportunities.

• We’ll support your professional development education.

• Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year

• Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion

• Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health

• Hybrid flexible work model

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted both internally & externally.

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