Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Venture outside the ordinary - TMX Careers

The TMX group of companies includes leading global exchanges such as the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange, and numerous innovative organizations enhancing capital markets.  United as a global team, we’re connecting cross-functionally, traversing industries and geographies, moving opportunity into action, advancing global economic growth, and propelling progress. Through a rich exchange of ideas, meaningful collaboration, and a nimble operating model, we're powering some of the nation's most critical systems, fueling capital formation and innovation, bringing increased opportunity to business visionaries, product ingenuity to consumers, and career exploration to our team.

Ready to be part of the action?

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented QA Automation Engineer for a 4-month contract to join our TSX Trust Web Team. In this role, you will design, develop, and execute automated and manual testing strategies to ensure the highest quality delivery of our Trust applications. Operating in a dynamic Agile environment, you will bridge the gap between business requirements and technical execution, while supporting critical day-to-day application performance and operational stability.

• This role reports to: Manager, Application Development

• Job Location: Hybrid (2-3 days/week in the office) - based in Toronto, ON.

Key Accountabilities

• Automation Development: Build, maintain, and optimize robust test automation frameworks using SmartBear TestComplete and ReadyAPI to ensure comprehensive test coverage across all Trust applications.

• Test Strategy & Design: Translate complex business requirements into detailed, realistic test cases. Design, develop, and enhance test plans, strategies, and test cases tailored to changing technology stacks.

• Quality Execution & Defect Tracking: Execute thorough manual and automated testing following established standards. Identify, document, track, and isolate bugs, and perform rigorous regression testing to ensure system integrity.

• Production & BAU Support: Support Business-As-Usual (BAU) activities in collaboration with the Application Support and Customer Operations teams. Assist in troubleshooting and resolving production defects, performance bottlenecks, and system outages.

• Continuous Improvement: Evaluate and suggest innovative test software, tools, and frameworks to keep pace with evolving architectures and modern technology stacks.

Must Have(s):

• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of dedicated professional experience in software quality assurance.

• Automation Expertise: Proven proficiency with SmartBear TestComplete and ReadyAPI.

• Technical Environment: Strong experience working with Java applications, Spring framework, and Spring Boot.

• Operating Systems & Scripting: Solid proficiency in both Linux and MS Windows host environments, including hands-on experience with Linux Shell Scripting.

• Database Capabilities: Robust RDBMS experience with the ability to write T-SQL and Stored Procedures across Oracle, MS-SQL, and DB2.

• CI/CD & Tools: Direct experience working with Git, GitLab, and the Universal Artifact Manager Nexus.

• Methodology: Thorough understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes within an Agile Software Development Lifecycle (from design through to production release).

• Education: University degree or college diploma in Computer Science, Quality Assurance Management, or an equivalent combination of education and verified work experience.

Nice to Have(s):

• Exposure to applications written in Python, JavaScript, React, and Node.js.

• Experience utilizing TestRail or similar test management tools.

• Hands-on experience with Selenium or alternative open-source automation tools.

• Knowledge of or practical experience with AWS cloud environments.

Salary Range: $65 - $85/hour CAD. Please note that the salary range included is a guideline only. The salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

The recruiting efforts for this role are intended to fill a vacant position.

In the market for…

Excitement - Explore emerging technology and innovation, as well as ventures and digital finance that shape the future of global markets! Experience the movement of the market while grounded in the stability of close to 200 years of success.

Connection - With site hubs in some of the world’s most multicultural cities, we leverage our size and structure to create rich connections and belonging while experiencing powerful global impact through our work.

Impact - More than a platform, we use our talents to power mission-critical systems that drive global economic advancement, innovation, and growth. As well, our employee-led Team Impact spreads social good via our giving strategy.

Wellness - From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger “we”. Plus, with a cloud-first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time-off and leaves, we support a life well lived! 

Growth - From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action-takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth.

Ready to enrich your career with impactful work, leaders who truly care, and the flexibility and programs to help you thrive as part of #TeamTMX ? Apply now.

Please note that our company is not currently sponsoring work permit applications and the applicant must be authorized to work in the country where this position is located. 

TMX is committed to creating and sustaining a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who require it.