Senior Quality Engineer Halifax

Job Description The RBC Team is hiring for a Senior Quality Engineer/QE Lead role within Risk IT Team. As Quality Engineering Lead, you 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 the breadth of 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 Continually 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 3+ 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 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 coming up with creative solutions on testing approach in critical timelines. Experience in a variety of test automation frameworks/tools e.g., (Robot Framework and others ) and script development using scripting languages (e.g.Python, Perl, Bash, shell scripting, etc.) Experience with Unix/Linux environments Knowledge of CI/CD and Devops Tools such as GIT, Docker, UCD etc Experience working with various databases and big data Knowledge of industry practices with focus on Agile, DevOps, environments and test integration. Hands‑on experience in developing testing strategies, executing manual/automated test cases and reporting to senior management for complex multi‑application system integrations. Excellent communication skills and effective negotiation skills. Computer Engineering, Computer Science, degree/diploma, Finance & Technology background or equivalent experience Nice‑to‑have QA related certification e.g. ISTQB, Agile testing, Mobile Testing etc. 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 and 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 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. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all. Join our Talent Community Stay in‑the‑know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you. Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well‑being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com . #J-18808-Ljbffr