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Job Title: Automation Engineer Location: Calgary (Hybrid - 3x per week on-site) Job Type: Fulltime permanent salaried position
Our client is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to drive automated testing strategies for web and mobile platforms while guiding cross-functional teams. You will bridge technical execution with client collaboration, ensuring robust software delivery.
Responsibilities Lead and manage teams of developers, QA engineers, and testers to deliver high-quality software solutions. Develop and implement Java-based applications to meet client requirements and business goals. Create and maintain Selenium-based test scripts for automated functional and regression testing. Ensure the quality of mobile applications by designing, implementing, and executing comprehensive testing strategies using mobile testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Appium). Provide technical leadership and guidance to the team, ensuring the best practices in coding, testing, and software development methodologies are followed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, and clients, to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions. Conduct code reviews and ensure high code quality and maintainability. Monitor project progress and manage client expectations to ensure timely delivery of software solutions. Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in Java, Selenium, and mobile testing, and incorporate best practices into the team’s workflows. Assist with client communication, providing technical expertise and support throughout the project lifecycle. Troubleshoot complex technical issues, providing innovative solutions when required.
Qualifications 3 - 7 years of experience in Java development and testing. Strong expertise in Selenium for test automation. Solid experience with mobile testing frameworks like Appium, Espresso, or XCUITest. Hands-on experience in both manual and automated testing for web and mobile applications. Expertise in continuous integration (CI) and continuous deployment (CD) pipelines. Strong understanding of software development life cycles and methodologies, including Agile and DevOps. Excellent leadership and mentoring skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Experience with Playwright. Relevant industry certifications (e.g., ISTQB).
About Patch Tech Staffing
Patch is dedicated to providing customized tech (IT/AV) staffing solutions that meet the unique needs and company culture of our clients across North America.
We offer staffing services for a wide range of technical positions, including software developers, network engineers, project managers, cybersecurity professionals, audio visual professionals and many more. Our extensive network of industry contacts and talent pools allows us to quickly identify and attract the best candidates for our clients' needs.
We offer flexible staffing options including temporary, contract-to-hire, and direct placement services. Whether you need to quickly fill a short-term project or hire a permanent employee, we have the expertise and resources to meet your staffing needs.
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About the role
Job Title: Automation Engineer Location: Calgary (Hybrid - 3x per week on-site) Job Type: Fulltime permanent salaried position
Our client is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to drive automated testing strategies for web and mobile platforms while guiding cross-functional teams. You will bridge technical execution with client collaboration, ensuring robust software delivery.
Responsibilities Lead and manage teams of developers, QA engineers, and testers to deliver high-quality software solutions. Develop and implement Java-based applications to meet client requirements and business goals. Create and maintain Selenium-based test scripts for automated functional and regression testing. Ensure the quality of mobile applications by designing, implementing, and executing comprehensive testing strategies using mobile testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Appium). Provide technical leadership and guidance to the team, ensuring the best practices in coding, testing, and software development methodologies are followed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, and clients, to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions. Conduct code reviews and ensure high code quality and maintainability. Monitor project progress and manage client expectations to ensure timely delivery of software solutions. Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in Java, Selenium, and mobile testing, and incorporate best practices into the team’s workflows. Assist with client communication, providing technical expertise and support throughout the project lifecycle. Troubleshoot complex technical issues, providing innovative solutions when required.
Qualifications 3 - 7 years of experience in Java development and testing. Strong expertise in Selenium for test automation. Solid experience with mobile testing frameworks like Appium, Espresso, or XCUITest. Hands-on experience in both manual and automated testing for web and mobile applications. Expertise in continuous integration (CI) and continuous deployment (CD) pipelines. Strong understanding of software development life cycles and methodologies, including Agile and DevOps. Excellent leadership and mentoring skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Experience with Playwright. Relevant industry certifications (e.g., ISTQB).
About Patch Tech Staffing
Patch is dedicated to providing customized tech (IT/AV) staffing solutions that meet the unique needs and company culture of our clients across North America.
We offer staffing services for a wide range of technical positions, including software developers, network engineers, project managers, cybersecurity professionals, audio visual professionals and many more. Our extensive network of industry contacts and talent pools allows us to quickly identify and attract the best candidates for our clients' needs.
We offer flexible staffing options including temporary, contract-to-hire, and direct placement services. Whether you need to quickly fill a short-term project or hire a permanent employee, we have the expertise and resources to meet your staffing needs.