Director, Quality Engineering Practice LeadPermanent Full TimeWhat you will doQE Practice LeadershipDefine, evolve, and promote QE standards, methodologies, and best practices.Develop QE COP and structure.Collaborate with QE COP leads to ensure consistency and alignment across teams.Act as a thought leader in QE, staying ahead of industry trends and innovations.Capability & People DevelopmentIdentify skill gaps and lead initiatives to upskill QE professionals.Mentor QE team members and foster a culture of continuous learning.Develop and deliver training programs, workshops, and knowledge‑sharing sessions.Performance & Maturity MeasurementEstablish KPIs and metrics to assess QE effectiveness and maturity.Measure and report on automation coverage, test reliability, and defect leakage.Use insights to drive continuous improvement and strategic decision‑making.Automation Strategy & StandardsDefine organizational standards for test automation tools, frameworks, and practices.Promote scalable and maintainable automation solutions across teams.Ensure alignment with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines to accelerate delivery.What you will bringDomain ExpertiseDeep expertise in quality engineering principles, tools, and methodologies (e.G., shift‑left testing, test automation, performance testing, CI/CD, DevOps).Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.Experience with modern test automation tools and frameworks.Analytical mindset with a focus on metrics and outcomes.Excellent communication and facilitation skills.Individual SkillsStrategic Thinking:



Ability to align QE practices with business goals and transformation objectives, and proficiency in test automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and QE tools.Data-Driven Decision Making: Skilled in using metrics and analytics to guide improvements.Coaching & Mentoring: Experience in developing talent and fostering team growth.Change Leadership: Ability to lead change initiatives and influence cross‑functional teams.Collaboration & Facilitation: Strong interpersonal skills to work across teams and COPs.Communication: Explicit and compelling communicator, able to tailor messages for technical and non‑technical audiences.Mindset & BehaviorsAlways seeking ways to enhance QE practices and outcomes.Encourages learning, experimentation, and resilience.Focused on delivering quality that meets user needs and expectations.Takes ownership of outcomes and drives results.Builds trust and enables others to succeed.Stays informed about emerging trends and technologies in QE.Upholds high standards of ethics and transparency.The base salary for this position is between$120,000.00 - $170,000.00annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation (i.E.



annual bonus, commission etc).Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting; closing dates will varydepending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.What we offerCareer Development : Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.Health & Wellness : Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well‑being.Time Off : In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.Financial Security : Company‑matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options.Rewards and Recognition : Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!Emphasis on Community : We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may [email protected]. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies.#LI-HybridRequisition ID: 5867Category: Digital TechnologyLocation: Toronto, ON, CADate: Apr 23, 2026#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director, Quality Engineering Practice Lead - $120,000 - $170,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Canada Life
📍 Winnipeg