Category: Testing/Quality Assurance

Main location: Canada, Nova Scotia, Halifax

Alternate Location(s):

Canada, P. E. I., Stratford
Canada, New Brunswick, Moncton; Fredericton
Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador, St. Johns

Position ID: J0825-0946

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Description:

At CGI, we are looking for a Skilled SDET to join our team on a permanent full-time basis. This role involves developing and executing automated tests for both UI and API layers, supporting test strategy and planning, and contributing to quality assurance best practices across the software development lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in automation, strong analytical skills, and a collaborative mindset to work closely with cross-functional teams and clients. A background in software testing, quality processes, and client-facing communication is essential. Experience in the banking or financial domain is considered an asset. This role is based in Atlantic Canada on a hybrid basis (2-3 days in a week onsite)

Your future duties and responsibilities:

• Perform requirements analysis and quality risk analysis
• Support creation of Test Strategies & Test Plans
• Develop and maintain test cases, automated scripts, and traceability matrices
• Facilitate the identification and preparation of test data
• Ensure quality processes are followed
• Execute system and integration test scripts
• Detect, log, and retest defects
• Participate and contribute to the Lessons Learned Sessions
• Participate in knowledge transition activities
• Communicate progress of testing activities to the team/test lead or directly to client
• Produce “client” and “internal” status reports
• Maintain a solid understanding of software testing best practices, methodologies, and terminologies
• Coach and mentor other members

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

Required Experience:

• 3+ years of testing experience

• Working experience in Canadian Banking

• Strong practical experience programming algorithms with Java

• 3+ years working experience with industry standard test management tools (ex. JIRA)

• 3+ years working experience with industry standard functional automation test tools (ex. Selenium)

• Working experience with industry standard API automation test tools (ex. REST-Assured, ParaSoft SOATest)

• Working knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact directly with Client Stakeholders, Senior Management, and/or our technology partners

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Positive attitude

• Requires the ability to build consensus and resolve interpersonal challenges

• Ability to build strong relationships with clients and team members

• Demonstrate the ability to provide information and ideas in a clear, comprehensive, concise and organized manner

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and/or Business OR Diploma in IT and/or Business with equivalent IT experience

Nice to Have:

• ISTQB Certified Foundation Level (and/or other industry recognized testing certifications)
• Working experience with accessibility testing and tools (ex. JAWS, etc.)
• Experience working with industry standard mobile test tools (ex. Perfecto, Appium, etc.)

Skills:

• Java
• Quality Assurance/QA Strategy
• Selenium

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

At CGI, we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal-opportunity employer, being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation, please inform your recruiter.

To learn more about accessibility at CGI, contact us via email. Please note that this email is strictly for accessibility requests and cannot be used for application status inquiries.

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