QA Automation Engineer - Lead 

Job#: 1369366

Job Description:

QA Automation Engineer - Lead 

pex Systems is a global IT services provider and our consulting practice has an opening for a QA Automation Engineer - Lead who has knowledge of Javascript , Verifix and Fixed Income space  for at a Top Five Bank.

Client: Big 5 Bank

Location: Hybrid Downtown Toronto2 day a week

Terms: 6 Month Contract to Hire

Hours: 37.5 hours/week Monday-Friday-.

Application Process It is best to apply via the medium you are viewing this on. If you encounter technical difficulties, please contact Beth Armstrong at [email protected] and reference QA Automation Engineer - Lead

  • Design, develop and maintain automation framework/software solutions
  • Recommend innovative ideas to automate and reduce manual QA efforts
  • Coordinate and perform all testing activities in the software development process
  • Build, maintain and analyze the regression suit being used by automation tools
  • Work with RESTful APIs, Restful Interfaces, Regular Expressions
  • Participate in ongoing process improvement efforts to ensure test automation is promoted and applied effectively in the squad
  • Research tools, methods, and technology trends to support program test automation objectives
  • Analyze and present test reports to project teams  
  • Optimize and improve testing process where applicable to increase testing efficiency

Must-Have Skills:

  • Automation design and scripting skills
  • Experience using automation frameworks
  • Strong development skills with Selenium, Python and Pytest Framework, Web Services, REST API, LoadRunner, JMETER, POSTMAN etc.
  • Experienced with variety of Quality Assurance technology architecture including application, infrastructure, data and security
  • Solid understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum frameworks
  • Good understanding of web frameworks
  • Application Development Life Cycle - SDLC
  • Experience with Tools such as JIRA, TestRail
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, technical, and troubleshooting skills
  • Well organized, result-oriented, self-motivated, collaborative
  • Minimum 4+ years of experience in all functions of system testing
  • Minimum 2+ years of experience in software development and quality assurance

Nice to have Skill(s):

  • Experience with automation within the Salesforce platform (Service Cloud/ Experience Cloud
  • Previous experience in Financial Services and/or Capital Markets Industry
  • Organized, focused and persistent - ability to work to the plan and meet delivery dates

Knowledge of Javascript , Verifix and Fixed Income is an asset

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Employee Type:
Contract

Location:
Toronto, ON, CA

Job Type:

Date Posted:
September 7, 2023