Software Development Engineer in Test (Python)

Team: IT

Location: Canada

Commitment: Full-time

Workplace Type: remote

Accountabilities

• Define and implement test strategies, performance quality gates, and automated workflows covering testing, deployment, and validation.

• Develop, enhance, and maintain automated testing frameworks for code changes, including unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.

• Create and maintain comprehensive test plans and test cases for microservices, accounting for relevant scenarios, edge cases, and potential failure conditions.

• Investigate and troubleshoot deployment-related issues across different environments, identify root causes, and recommend effective solutions.

• Collaborate with other engineering teams on integration testing and identify opportunities to improve testing processes and environments.

• Define, assess, and validate requirements for safe deployments and rollback procedures to minimize operational risk.

• Write and maintain scripts that automate platform service deployments and improve the efficiency and consistency of delivery pipelines.

• Contribute to platform reliability, scalability, and correctness through continuous testing, debugging, and process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or an equivalent qualification.

• Knowledge of Python and Pytest, with a solid understanding of modern software testing methodologies.

• Familiarity with Perl and Go (Golang), along with practical debugging skills.

• Understanding of x86 and ARM processor architectures and their key differences.

• Knowledge of Debian packaging, APT, and software dependency management.

• Strong Linux fundamentals, particularly performance tuning, troubleshooting, and system behavior.

• Experience with Bash and scripting fundamentals for test automation and deployment workflows.

• Understanding of virtualization and containerization technologies.

• Familiarity with automation tools and frameworks such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and SaltStack.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: Base salary ranging from CAD $62,500 to $112,500 per year, depending on relevant experience, skills, certifications, and other job-related factors.

• Additional compensation: Potential annual bonuses or other incentive compensation, equity awards, and participation in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

• Healthcare and well-being: Comprehensive benefits supporting physical health, mental wellness, and financial well-being, subject to eligibility.

• Retirement savings: Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) benefits.

• Paid time off: Company holidays, vacation through paid time off (PTO), and sick leave.

• Family-friendly support: Employee assistance resources, including mental and financial wellness support.

• Flexible work arrangements: A remote position in Canada, with flexibility to work from home, an office, or a combination of both, according to role requirements.

• Collaborative engineering environment: Opportunities to work with distributed infrastructure, cloud technologies, and cross-functional engineering teams.