Requisition ID: 1598752

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

**The opportunity **

We are seeking a skilled Automation Tester with expertise in test automation and a solid understanding of ETL processes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in developing and maintaining automated testing frameworks, with a focus on end-to-end testing, data validation, and ensuring system quality. A background in ETL testing, including writing and executing complex SQL queries to verify data consistency and accuracy, is highly desirable.

Our Canadian Banking Technology consulting team is dedicated to building a better world by transforming businesses through the potential of our people, technology, and innovation. Emerging technologies are reshaping the banking landscape, requiring our clients to embrace these new capabilities as competitive advantages.

We work collaboratively with top executives in financial institutions of all sizes, helping them create and realize the best solutions for the future of their business. Each project is unique, so you’ll need to excel in ambiguous situations and confidently navigate ever-changing circumstances. We’re looking for self-starters who can translate complex information into simple terms, manage teams, and deliver long-term solutions with confidence. On this team, you’ll have the unique opportunity to imagine the future and create it, crafting ideas and implementing them for our clients.

**Your key responsibilities: **

• Lead the development and execution of automated test scripts using tools like Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, and Rest Assured

• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Azure DevOps

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (BAs, Manual Testers, Developers) in an Agile SDLC environment

• Manage QA efforts for complex systems, ensuring regulatory compliance in data workflows

• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, promoting best practices in QA

• Coordinate activities between onshore and offshore teams to ensure consistent delivery and communication

• Support performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and help manage resource allocation

• Contribute to technical proposals and client presentations to support new business opportunities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to align QA strategies with customer and business objectives

• Leverage cloud-based testing strategies for AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environments

• Drive efficient defect lifecycle management using tools like JIRA, ALM, or TestRail

Skills and attributes for success:

• Comprehensive understanding of SDLC and STLC methodologies and deliverables
• Proficiency in test automation tools like Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Rest Assured, etc.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills
• Consulting mindset with the ability to translate complex requirements into effective test strategies
• Experience working with client stakeholders and managing distributed teams
• Ability to understand and align testing initiatives with long-term business goals

**To qualify for the role, you must have: **

• 7+ years of experience in an Automation Test Lead or Tester role
• 7+ years of software implementation experience, preferably on transformation projects
• In-depth knowledge of automation testing tools like Selenium, Cypress and Rest Assured
• Proven expertise in ETL testing domains and complex data validation
• Experience leading cross-functional teams of 6–12 members
• Familiarity with cloud data platforms and CI/CD pipelines