Job DescriptionTitle: QA Automation Analyst - P2Location: Remote – CanadaReports to: Team Lead - Quality AssuranceVacancy: Existing vacancyThe RoleThe Quality Assurance Automation Analyst II contributes to all phases of the Software Testing Lifecycle through the analysis, design, execution, and maintenance of software test suites. This role works closely with Business Unit stakeholders to review requirements, validate designs, create work estimates, and verify product releases.The Quality Assurance Automation Analyst III also works in close collaboration with the Quality Assurance Team Lead to define and implement best practices across all phases of the Software Testing Lifecycle.The Impact You Will Have in This RoleIn this role, you will transform how we validate software quality by building and maintaining comprehensive automated test frameworks that catch issues early and accelerate our release cycles. Your work will empower the development team to ship with confidence, reduce costly production incidents, and free up resources to focus on innovation, creating measurable business value across the organization.What You'll Be Doing in This RoleDevelop a detailed technical understanding of client needs and project requirementsWork with Solution Analysts to review and provide feedback for Software Requirements SpecificationsContribute to Software Test Plans to define the scope, objective, and approach of testing activitiesCollaborate with technical stakeholders to create detailed work package estimatesDevelop and execute integration, system, and acceptance level automated tests to verify requirementsCreate and review software testing defect, progress, and summary reportsContribute to the investigation and triage of software defects for assigned projectsQualifications of this RolePost-secondary education in Computer Science or Software Engineering3+ years of experience developing automated tests using Selenium, Cucumber, Playwright, REST Assured, Java,
or JUnit for UI modules built on java and Web services3+ years of experience integrating automated tests into continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines.Experience writing basic SQL data retrieval queries using joins.Experience with web servers such as Apache HTTP Server or NGINXExperience with version control software such as Git or PerforceExperience with API testing of RESTful and SOAP-based web services using tools like Postman, SoapUI, or other API testing frameworks.Experience with build tools such as Maven or Ant or GradleExperience with continuous integration tools such as Jenkins or TeamCityDetailed knowledge of all phases in the Software Testing LifecycleExperience designing and executing test suites for unit, integration, system, and acceptance test levels.Experience working with a variety of software development languages (mainly java programming)Familiarity with Typescript as a language (use for Playwright)Familiarity with service-oriented architecture and design principlesFamiliarity with relational and non-relational database designExcellent presentation skills with the ability to communicate at all levels of an organization.Exceptionally self-motivated, self-directed, and detail-orientedSuperior analytical and problem-solving skillsFamiliar with leveraging AI/LLM-based tools and models to enhance test planning, automate test generation, and improve overall QA efficiency.The Hiring Manager saysWe are looking for a qualified professional with strong technical proficiency in automation tools and a strategic approach to quality assurance. Your contributions will establish robust testing frameworks, reduce defect rates, and ensure the delivery of exceptional software solutions to our clients. We welcome analytical, detail-oriented candidates ready to take ownership of quality outcomes.SalaryThis position has a starting salary range of $60,000 - $75,000 CAD per year. This is the range we reasonably and in valuable faith expect to pay for the role at the time of posting. An employee's pay within the range is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, education, qualifications, experience, performance, business or organizational needs, and geographic location.Company MissionOur mission in the market we serve is clear.
To power every auto-related decision through proprietary data, advanced analytics, deep industry expertise, and seamless workflows that connect insight to action.Our ValuesWe POWER Our Customer's Success We are Innovative, Collaborative and Grounded in Data We Make Things Easy We Get It Done We Start with Trust & Prove it EverydayJD Power is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please reach out to
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📌 Qa Automation Analyst (Ottawa)
🏢 J.D. Power
📍 Ottawa