About the opportunity:

The Test Automation Developer II will help ensure our new digital projection and LED display technology products are released, meeting the high-quality standards Christie is known for. The successful candidate must have a ‘developer’ mindset and a passion to code, as well as a good understanding of test automation frameworks and harnesses. This role requires knowledge and experience in coding, development of inhouse tools, strong debugging skills and the ability to analyze and recommend based on test execution results.

Responsibilities:

• Use appropriate development tools to develop and maintain (i.e. debug/optimize) test automation libraries and scripts that provide solutions for smoke, functional and non-functional testing
• Build and configure new utilities and interfaces to support testing activities
• Collaborate with the Test Automation Lead as well as QA and Dev teams to design, build, implement, maintain and support test automation environments, frameworks and harnesses
• Take on some leadership responsibilities and help influence the overall direction of our test automation strategy and its schedule/prioritization
• Analyze various requirements (such as User Stories, Use Cases, Business Requirements Documents, Design Documents) to gain an understanding of the application being tested
• Provide feedback regarding the overall quality and completeness of these documents to the appropriate stakeholders
• Work with the members of the QA team to determine test automation needs and identify test automation candidates in each release
• Provide effort estimates, automation ROI and benefit savings metrics
• Create and present reports, analysis and recommendations based on results of running automated testing scripts
• Collaborate with Developers to help troubleshoot defects
• Participate in Scrum and various team meetings

Location: Hybrid position based in Kitchener, ON

The experience and skills we value:

• Degree in Computer Science or related discipline

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in software development
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (Python, Java, C++, C#) with object-oriented programming approach is a must
• Demonstrated knowledge of back-end / front-end development (Desktop, Web, Mobile, or Cross-Platform)
• Good understanding of working in a Linux environment
• Familiarity with version-control software (Git preferred)
• Should have a programmer’s mindset and desire to work on Terminal windows
• Experience with low level API or SDK
• Experience working in agile and waterfall environments
• Experience in CI / Jenkins

• Strong exposure to various test automation frameworks
• Strong understanding of SDLC
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and come up with solutions to meet project needs

• Ability to work under tight timelines - must be able to prioritize and multitask

• Strong and effective communication skills (both written and oral)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Meticulous with a sharp attention to detail

What will put you ahead:

• Experience with a test automation tool such as Selenium
• Experience with Python scripting language
• Experience with Javascript language
• Experience with Docker and good understanding of Networking concepts
• Competent in use of software testing tools such as Perforce Helix ALM, Jira, MS Test Manager or HP Quality Center
• Experience with testing projection/video display technologies (LED, Laser, 4K and high-dynamic range displays) would be an asset
• Experience with Video Signal Test Generators (Astro, Quantum Data) and 7^th Sense Video Servers would be an asset
• Exposure to core security testing practices and methodologies.
• Familiarity with penetration testing techniques and ability to identify common vulnerabilities using tools such as Burp Suite/Hetty or Nmap.