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Software Developer - Team Lead

Markham, ON
Hybrid
Posted Sep 11, 2026
1 position

$115,000–$164,600 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Lead · 10+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Sep 24, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 3 days per week

Job summary

The Team Lead will build and mentor a QA team while defining test strategies and test plans to ensure high-quality software delivery. They will also collaborate with the team to design test cases, develop automation tools, and contribute to continuous process improvement.

Job details

Job Description Vacancy Status: This posting is not for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (New Head Count) AI Disclosure: As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role Hybrid : This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation Center three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business About the role: Key Roles & Responsibilities Build an effective QA team, mentor the team and efficiently manage the resources to support the projects and ensure the quality delivery Guide and provide feedback on team member's performance and behavior Support EGM on hiring process with acquisition of new talents Define test strategy and test plan based on software development plan for the projects Work with the team to design detailed test cases and setup the test environment Develop test tools and test scripts to automate the testing Prepare test report, provide initial issue analysis, and contribute to defect prevention Participate in the continuous improvement of test processes and methodologies Required Skills and Experience 10+ years of software quality assurance or test experience in mobile or automotive industry, 3+ years of experience in testing Android code, 3 years as a Scrum lead, Product Owner/Manager, or Team Lead Solid knowledge of software quality assurance methodologies and tools Strong experience with test automation framework (e.g.: Robot Framework / Appium) Programming skills in common languages, such as Python, JAVA Knowledge of Scrum/Agile software development process Knowledge of connectivity technologies Experience with vehicle communication network protocols (CAN, Ethernet, SOME-IP) as a plus Outstanding verbal and written communication skills Strong leadership skills to motivate the teams, work efficiently and deliver on time in a fast-paced work environment Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, coordination skills, and interpersonal skills Education and Training Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent field Advanced degrees and certifications preferred Compensation: The salary range for this role is $115,000 to $164,600. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. Benefits Overview The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others: Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave. Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits. Life insurance plans to cover you and your family. Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement. GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you and your family . About GM Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all. Why Join Us We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team. Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire. Accommodations General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have 10+ years of software quality assurance experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role and 3+ years testing Android code. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering is required, along with strong proficiency in Python or Java and test automation frameworks.

Benefits

• Paid time off • Vacation days • Holidays • Pregnancy leave • Parental leave • Adoption leave • Healthcare • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Defined contribution pension plan • Vehicle purchase plan