Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
The Senior Software Quality Automation Engineer plays a pivotal role in designing, executing, and sustaining automated test structures and suites that guarantee the software products' quality and dependability. This position requires working closely with development, QA, and product departments to grasp requirements, formulate testing approaches, and secure extensive test coverage.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks and test suites that can be reused across multiple projects and platforms
- Develop comprehensive automated test cases based on functional, regression, performance, and load testing requirements
- Integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline to facilitate continuous testing and ensure rapid feedback on code quality
- Identify, document, and track software defects found through automated testing and work closely with developers to reproduce, debug, and resolve issues, ensuring high-quality software delivery
- Develop and implement test strategies that align with project goals and timelines
- Ensure comprehensive test coverage by defining and managing test plans, schedules, and resource allocations
- Guide and support junior QA engineers in standard processes for test automation and quality assurance, cultivating a culture of ongoing enhancement and excellence.
- Conduct thorough code reviews of automated test scripts and frameworks to ensure high standards of code quality and maintainability
- Provide constructive feedback to team members to enhance their coding skills and alignment to standard methodologies
- See opportunities to improve QA processes, methodologies, and tools
- Implement standard processes and innovative solutions to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the QA team
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- A Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Commerce/Business Administration, or an equivalent field
- At least 8 years' Proven experience with automated testing tools and frameworks such as Selenium, Appium, JUnit, TestNG, or similar
- A minimum of 8 years dedicated to IT quality assurance/control activities for major projects, alongside hands-on experience with automation tools like Tricentis Tosca and OpenText UFT
- Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
- Flexible and competitive benefits package
- Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Performance Incentive Program
- Annual Fitness Subsidy
- Part-time Studies Program
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.
Drug Test Elements:
CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. New hires may be required to undergo a drug screen. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping CPKC safe and drug free.
Background Investigation:
The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:
- Criminal history check
- Reference check
- Driver’s License verification and/or last 3 years of driving history if a requirement of the position
- Background checks that may included 7 years of employment history and Social Security number verification
Management Conductor Program:
Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.
For our US applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities . For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
- Req ID: 103185
- Department: Information Services
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Position Type: Non-Union
- Location: Calgary, Alberta
- Country: Canada
- % of Travel: 0-10%
- # of Positions: 1
- Job Grade: 4
- Job Available to: Internal & External
#LI-HN2
#LI-ONSITE
