Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

Who We are:

At Wagepoint, we're good people. Sure, maybe we're biased. But that's only because Wagepointers bring the best versions of ourselves to do some of the best work in our careers.

We're an authentic team who bring our diverse backgrounds, ideas, experiences and cultures together to make payroll magic. Speaking of, we "pull rabbits out of hats" for thousands of small business owners across Canada who rely on our payroll software to pay their employees and process their payroll taxes. And we're just getting started.

We're growing and looking for more awesome people to join our merry band of misfits. We are looking for people who share our understanding that when it comes to our commitment to our customers: we mean business. Especially given that the consequences of getting payroll wrong can sometimes be dire.

If you are the kind of person who has always wanted to make a difference and be heard at work, Wagepoint will give you plenty of opportunity to do just that.

The Role at High Level:

We're looking for a talented Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) who doesn't shy away from tackling hard problems and ensuring the quality of software at every stage of development. You will report directly to the Engineering Manager.

What You'll Be Expected To Own:

• Design and maintain automated test suites: Develop and maintain automated test frameworks for end-to-end, API, and integration testing.
• Integrate testing in CI/CD pipelines: Ensure tests are embedded in CI/CD pipelines for fast and reliable feedback.
• Ensure test environment readiness: Maintain and monitor test infrastructure for continuous availability.
• Analyze and optimize test processes: Identify testing bottlenecks and implement improvements to maximize coverage and efficiency.
• Own performance testing: Develop and execute performance tests to ensure scalability and reliability under high transaction volumes.

What You Bring To The Table:

• 5+ years of experience in leading software testing, with a focus on automation, performance testing, and test data management.
• 2+ years of experience driving full automation.
• Strong expertise in automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress or Playwright) and performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, K6).
• Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Solid programming skills in languages such as C#, JavaScript, or Python.
• Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Bonus points if:

• You have experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• You have expertise in generating and managing test data for various scenarios.
• You have experience with secure coding practices and security testing tools.

What We Bring To The Table:

Impact: Roll up your sleeves and directly contribute to the growth and success of Wagepoint by shaping our workforce.

Culture: The opportunity to work with the world's friendliest team, solving interesting problems together with an endless amount of laughter (We work hard, but we always have time for a bad joke or two).

Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement - we are always, always learning with a growth oriented mindset.

Innovation: Work in an environment that encourages creativity and new ideas.

Remote: The ability to work from home, forever Wagepoint is a remote company, so you don't have to worry about commuting to an office. Plus, more time with your pets is always a bonus

Ready to embark on an exciting journey with us? Apply now and help us build the future of Wagepoint

Wagepoint is a simple and fast online payroll app, backed by the world's friendliest team.

The app is ideal for small businesses across North America (US & Canada) who are looking to pay their employees easily and quickly.

Next Steps:

If all the above feels right and proper, please don't feel like you need to send us an uninspired cover letter. Just send us your updated resume and perhaps a few lines on what excites you about the job - we really want to get to know who you are, not just about how we can work together. If we believe you're a good match, someone from our team will reach out to schedule a call.

Psssst

Wagepoint is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and appreciate all applicants with diverse backgrounds, races, religions, genders, identities, ages, experiences (the list goes on). We are committed to making not only our workplace safe and inclusive for everyone, but also ensuring our recruitment process reflects that. We are a remote company, so there's no need to travel to an office for an interview, but if you require any special accommodation during our recruitment process, please let us know. We are more than happy to assist