We are looking for a Junior QA Engineer to ensure the quality, reliability, accuracy, and performance of advanced reservoir simulation software. You will work closely with software developers and reservoir engineers to validate scientific applications through automated and manual testing, CI/CD integration, performance analysis, and continuous quality improvement.
Please note - this is an in office position located in Calgary
Key Responsibilities Design, develop, execute, and maintain automated and manual test suites for scientific applications
Create functional, integration, regression, and performance tests
Develop and maintain reusable test automation frameworks, utilities, and test data
Review requirements and user stories to ensure test coverage and identify risks
Prepare test plans, test cases, traceability documentation, and release reports
Test applications across Windows, Linux, and HPC environments, including MPI/OpenMP workloads
Perform performance, scalability, stress, and regression testing while identifying memory, concurrency, and numerical issues
Monitor CI/CD pipelines, investigate build and test failures, and collaborate with developers on root-cause analysis
Track defects and quality metrics using Azure DevOps and promote QA best practices throughout the SDLC
Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience in software QA, test automation, or software development
Strong understanding of software testing methodologies
Experience designing automated test solutions and investigating software defects




Technical Skills Experience testing scientific applications
Proficiency in Python for automation, scripting, and data validation
Experience with pytest, CTest, or similar testing frameworks
Experience testing REST APIs
Working knowledge of Git, Azure DevOps CI/CD (YAML), Docker, CMake/Make, Windows, Linux, Bash, and PowerShell
Experience with test reporting, code coverage, and quality analysis tools
Robust debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills
Professional Skills Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to work independently while collaborating within cross-functional teams
Commitment to continuous learning and process improvement
Preferred Qualifications Programming experience in C++, C#, or Fortran
Knowledge of reservoir simulation, numerical methods, subsurface engineering, or the energy industry
Experience with MPI, OpenMP, HPC schedulers (Slurm/PBS/LSF), and numerical validation
Familiarity with debugging and diagnostic tools (e.g., Valgrind, AddressSanitizer, ThreadSanitizer, GDB, Visual Studio Debugger)
Experience with QA dashboards, Power BI, or AI-assisted testing and quality automation
CMG Compensation And Benefits Overview - Canada A competitive salary
A performance-based bonus program
Learning and development opportunities
RRSP contributions
Top of the line medical and dental benefits including a health spending account
20 days of vacation per year plus flex days
Choice of transit pass or underground parking (Calgary)
Car wash (Calgary)
Cafeteria and complimentary barista style coffee and more (Calgary)

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📌 Junior QA Engineer (Alberta)
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