Senior Quality Engineer – Lead

Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada

. Design, execute, and maintain comprehensive functional, integration, end-to-end, and customer-centric test suites .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeOttawa • CanadaSenior💰 CA$96,557 - CA$128,743 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Test Automation and Quality Engineering, with a strong focus on developing scalable automation solutions using Python and Robot Framework. Proven ability to integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and lead quality practices in AI-enabled environments.

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Test AutomationPython ProgrammingRobot FrameworkAI-Assisted Engineering ToolsCI/CD Integration

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Hard Skills

Test DesignIntegration TestingEnd-to-End TestingAutomation Framework DevelopmentAPI TestingPerformance TestingDefect AnalysisAutomation Strategy DevelopmentQuality EngineeringAI-Powered Application Testing

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipMentorshipCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

GitHub CopilotCloud PlatformsCI/CD ToolsAI-Assisted Testing Tools

Industry Keywords

Software DevelopmentQuality EngineeringEnterprise-Scale SolutionsSDLCGovernment Security Screening

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudPythonSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, execute, and maintain comprehensive functional, integration, end-to-end, and customer-centric test suites
Design, build, and maintain scalable test automation solutions using Python and Robot Framework
Develop reusable automation libraries, frameworks, and testing components
Automate testing across APIs, web applications, integrations, backend services, and end-to-end workflows
Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and establish quality gates
Define and execute automation strategies based on risk, business value, and maintainability
Improve automation reliability, coverage, performance, and execution speed
Lead quality engineering practices across an AI-enabled and Agentic SDLC
Use AI-assisted tools for test design, automation development, defect analysis, and reporting
Validate AI-generated test cases, automation code, and recommendations before production use
Develop testing approaches for AI-powered applications, agents, and autonomous workflows
Collaborate with architects, developers, product teams, and business stakeholders to embed quality throughout the SDLC
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and standards for automation, quality engineering, and AI-assisted testing practices
Contribute hands-on coding, design, build, support, and operations for the DPDA group

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Computer Science, Engineering or relevant field
8+ years of hands-on experience in Test Automation, SDET, Quality Engineering, or Software Development delivering enterprise-scale solutions
2+ years of experience using AI-assisted engineering tools such as GitHub Copilot and modern AI-enabled SDLC practices
Knowledge of cloud platforms is an asset
Experience integrating intelligent automation into Quality Engineering and CI/CD workflows is an asset
Able to work legally in Canada at the time of application; Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents preferred
Must meet requisite government security screening requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentive of 15%
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Work-life balance
Hybrid work options
3 to 4 weeks paid vacation
Corporate closure period
Summer early Fridays
No meeting Fridays
Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
Continuous learning opportunities
Training programs
Workshops
Language training
Inclusive workplace and employment equity
Wellness initiatives
Mental health support
Fitness programs
Volunteer opportunities
Social responsibility programs