Senior Quality Engineer Halifax

What is the opportunity? The RBC Team is hiring for a Senior Quality Engineer/QE Lead role within the Risk IT Team. As Quality Engineering Lead, you will provide support for a suite of business mission‑critical and complex applications, understanding both front and back‑end of the applications under the guidance of the QE Manager. The technology platform spans Windows and Linux platforms, Python / Java environments and MS SQL. What will you do? Timely delivery of releases and QE improvement and transformation initiatives Create test plans, test cases and test scripts based on complex requirement documents and business User Stories Develop and maintain automated test suites using test automation tools Execute test cases (manual/automated), document test results and raise defects whenever necessary Be responsible for component or end‑to‑end tracking of issues, as required Work with JIRA, Confluence, qTest for test case management, defect management, test reporting and other functions Participate in defect triage and Scrum meetings Test new technologies and system functionality to ensure business acceptance, user acceptance and system integration Effectively collaborate with team members, stakeholders and business partners from initiation to close by using strong communication, rapport building and other stakeholder management techniques Continuously enhance your own skills and build knowledge in all aspects of the organization, the business and information systems Manage and collaborate with team members in remote settings Monitor and maintain adherence and compliance to quality standards on an ongoing basis What do you need to succeed? Must-have 7+ years of total experience in a QE or equivalent technical role Good knowledge of QE Processes, Testing Life Cycle, SDLC and Defect Management processes for application testing, development and support Strong SQL and ETL Application testing experience Knowledge of Testing Methodologies and Design techniques with hands‑on experience on qTest, JIRA and Confluence Strong problem solving, design, and analytical skills and out‑of‑the‑box thinking in testing approaches within critical timelines Experience with a variety of test automation frameworks/tools (e.g., Robot Framework) and scripting languages (Python, Perl, Bash, shell scripting, etc.) Experience with Unix/Linux environments Knowledge of CI/CD and DevOps Tools such as GIT, Docker, UCD Experience working with various databases and big data Knowledge of industry practices with a focus on Agile, DevOps, environments and test integration Hands‑on experience developing testing strategies, executing manual/automated test cases and reporting to senior management for complex multi‑application system integrations Excellent communication and negotiation skills Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree/diploma (Finance & Technology background or equivalent experience) Nice‑to‑have QA related certification (e.g., ISTQB, Agile testing, Mobile Testing) Experience with Iterative Waterfall and Agile Project Methodologies Financial product knowledge PySpark and Spark SQL What’s in for you? A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities Ability to make a difference and lasting impact Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high‑performing team A world‑class training program in financial services Flexible work/life balance options Opportunities to do challenging work Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date. Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. We maintain a workplace where employees feel supported to perform at their best, collaborate effectively, drive innovation, and grow professionally, helping to bring our Purpose to life and create value for clients and communities. Location: 175 Western PKY, Bedford, Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2025-10-14 Application Deadline: 2025-11-20 #J-18808-Ljbffr