Lead Software Quality Engineer - Permanent - 19062

About the Opportunity

A growing software company with operations across Canada is looking for a Lead Software Quality Engineer to join their thriving R&D group. Reporting to the Director, Engineering, this individual will lead a team of 4-6 skilled Software Quality Engineers in addition to technical leadership and ownership of the entire software testing infrastructure and test strategy. This role requires deep, holistic knowledge of complex distributed systems from a software testing perspective involving everything from database testing and API-level test development to front-end test automation, performance testing, and DevOps & CI/CD.

This is a mid-sized company that specializes in providing SaaS-based software solutions to a global, telecom-focused client-base. While this software company is 100% remote-friendly, only candidates residing within Ontario will be considered.

About You

The successful candidate will have the following:

• B.S. degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or similar field
• 2+ years of people leadership experience (managerial or team lead) as well as the ambition, acumen, attitude and aptitude for progressive, team-first leadership
• 6+ years of software testing and quality engineering experience across the testing landscape – back-end and front-end testing, database testing, performance testing, etc. - ideally within complex, distributed systems and telecom environments
• Strong scripting/programming background using various languages such as Java, Javascript, C#, Python, etc. and various tools/frameworks such as Selenium, Postman, Playwright, Katalon, Postman, REST Assured, etc. 
• Strong exposure to microservices and containerized environments with expertise in Docker and Kubernetes, CI/CD pipeline automation and AWS or Azure cloud, system/network configuration, etc.

About the Job

Our client is offering a comprehensive compensation package that includes a base salary of $90,000 to $100,000 plus bonus (roughly 10-15%), full benefits, etc.
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How to Apply

Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to . If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 19062.

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Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.