Lead Quality Engineer in Big Data

3 weeks ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Royal Bank of Canada> Full time

Position Overview

Role Summary

What is the opportunity?

As a vital member of the Global Functions Technology (GFT) within the Technology and Operations division at RBC, you will be instrumental in a team that delivers IT solutions across various sectors, driving efficiency and transformation. Our collaborative efforts encompass diverse areas such as Risk Management, Finance, Human Resources, Chief Administrative Office, Audit, Legal, Compliance, Financial Crime, Capital Markets, Personal and Commercial Banking, and Wealth Management. We are also pioneering the development of digital tools and platforms that enhance collaboration throughout the organization.

In this vibrant setting, you will have the chance to engage with leadership that appreciates recognition of accomplishments and the exchange of insights among teams to promote ongoing improvement.

As part of our Finance IT Data Management team, you will take on a key role in overseeing Test Implementation and Test Automation on our advanced Big Data Platform. This position requires working with state-of-the-art technologies and programming languages, including Cloudera, Spark, Scala, Unix, SQL, and Python, while utilizing DevOps Containerization applications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive the overall quality engineering strategy, responsible for developing and executing functional testing as well as automation implementations for the ecosystem/program.
  • Establish and lead strategic and tactical quality engineering initiatives, overseeing the implementation of the QE Automation Program and overall QE Automation processes and standards.
  • Build and manage a high-performing, diverse team that capitalizes on individual strengths, ensuring adequate training and resources to meet objectives.
  • Maximize automation for all project functional testing deliverables within the portfolio.
  • Develop and adhere to defined processes and tools, ensuring alignment with the overall quality engineering strategy and framework.
  • Provide accurate and detailed quality status updates to project teams and stakeholders.
  • Serve as the primary point of accountability for the success of assigned programs concerning testing automation, overseeing teams managing Test Implementations, Test Environments, and Test Data Management.
  • Collaborate with Application Development Directors to integrate quality engineering principles within the DevOps framework/pipeline.

Qualifications

Essential:

  • A degree in Computer Science or a related field with over 5 years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
  • Proficiency in various test automation tools (e.g., Robot Framework, Selenium, Jenkins).
  • Experience in script development using scripting languages, particularly in Unix (Shell Scripting), Python (Pandas, Pycharm), and SQL, Tableau.
  • Practical experience with Big Data testing (HDFS, Hive, CDP), covering Data Ingestion, Enrichment, Aggregation, Lineage, Quality, Transformation, and Consumption using automated tools.
  • Strong communication skills coupled with a vision for Test Automation and leadership capabilities for innovation.

Desirable:

  • Experience in reviewing artifacts, including code reviews (application and test automation scripts).
  • Familiarity with SDLC, QE, and DevOps tools (e.g., JIRA, GitHub, Jenkins, UrbanCodeDeploy, qTest).
  • Hands-on knowledge of Data masking technologies.
  • Experience with QA implementations using Agile methodologies.

What’s in it for you?

We are committed to fostering an environment that encourages growth, collaboration, and mutual success. Our Total Rewards Program includes competitive compensation, bonuses, flexible benefits, and stock options where applicable. We prioritize your development through coaching and management opportunities, allowing you to make a significant impact and build lasting relationships with clients.

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program, including bonuses and flexible benefits.
  • Supportive leadership focused on your development.
  • Opportunities to engage in challenging work.
  • Flexible work/life balance options.
  • A world-class training program in financial services.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we embrace diversity and inclusion as essential components for innovation and growth. We are dedicated to building inclusive teams and creating an equitable workplace where all employees can express their true selves. We actively work to address issues of inequity and systemic bias to support our diverse talent, clients, and communities.



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