Senior Test Automation Engineer

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Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Test Automation Engineer with expertise in Native Mobile Applications, Web Automation, and API Testing to join our fast-paced and innovative team. As a QA Engineer, you will work with a team of talented QA engineers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality of Web and mobile applications through comprehensive testing and quality assurance practices. Ensures all activities conducted are in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our digital products by designing and executing robust automated test strategies across platforms.

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

• Design and implement end-to-end automated test strategies for native mobile applications (iOS & Android), web platforms, and APIs.
• Develop and maintain automated test suites using Playwright, Appium, or Selenium depending on platform and project needs.
• Build and execute API test automation to validate RESTful services, including authentication, data validation, and error handling.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test requirements and ensure coverage of business-critical scenarios.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and faster release cycles.
• Conduct accessibility testing using tools such as VoiceOver, TalkBack, JAWS, and WCAG compliance checkers.
• Utilize AI tools to enhance test case generation, defect prediction, and visual validation.
• Work with cloud-based device farms (e.g., BrowserStack) to ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.
• Analyze test results, debug failures, and work closely with developers to resolve issues.
• Maintain test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and automation scripts.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and contribute to the evolution of automation frameworks and best practices

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in QA with a strong focus on test automation for native mobile apps, web applications, and APIs.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Playwright, Appium, or Selenium.
• Strong experience in API automation using tools like Postman, with a focus on error handling and validation.
• Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, or Java for test automation.
• Experience with Xcode, Android Studio, and mobile debugging tools.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and QA processes.
• Experience with JIRA, Confluence for test management.
• Hands on project experience with Charles Proxy AND Postman.
• Familiarity with AI-powered testing tools and cloud-based testing platforms.
• Deep knowledge of accessibility standards (AODA, WCAG 2.0/2.1) and testing techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, Humans of Digital and much more

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.