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Position: Test Engineer Location: Ottawa, Canada Move Security Forward with Acre Are you passionate about transforming the future of security?

Do you thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment where your contributions drive real impact?

If so, Acre Security is the place for you.

Join us in making the world a safer place — one innovation at a time.

About Acre At Acre, we're not just building security solutions — we’re empowering security professionals to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Since our inception in 2012, Acre has been at the forefront of innovation in access control, visitor management, and intrusion software.

Our solutions are trusted by organizations in over 25 countries, delivering smarter, more adaptable, and easier-to-use security technologies that protect what matters most.

Your Impact We’re looking for an experienced Test Engineer to join our R&D department .

In this role, you will: Ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of Acre's software, firmware, hardware, and documentation releases.

Own and execute comprehensive testing activities throughout the product development lifecycle.

Collaborate with R&D to deliver high-quality, industry-defining technologies. Drive test automation initiatives and help improve quality processes across the organization.

What You’ll Do In addition to the above, your key responsibilities will include: Independently manage and execute comprehensive testing activities with minimal supervision.

Test and Qualification of new product releases (Cloud software, PC software, Firmware, Hardware, and Documentation) against product requirements.

Conduct all aspects of testing, including requirements analysis, test design, execution, results analysis, and detailed reporting to relevant stakeholders.

Work closely with cross-functional teams (communicate with all stakeholders) to uphold quality standards throughout the development lifecycle.

Use your experience to provide proactive feedback and suggestions throughout the testing lifecycle to prevent and address quality issues early.

Work with relevant teams and test team leader in the generation of test criteria.

Working on developing concepts for automated testing.

What You’ll Bring To succeed in this role, you’ll need: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or equivalent.

At least 3 years’ experience in a test automation role. Strong background in developing automated test solutions. Knowledge of R&D test environment (methodology & tools, etc.) Proven track record of owning test delivery, creating test strategies, and managing full test pyramid (Cloud software, PC software, firmware, and hardware) Experience in test automation using Selenium or Playwright, developing and maintaining robust automated test scripts, frameworks, and regression suites.

Strong communication skills, written and verbal, to collaborate with cross-functional development teams, and present technical data clearly.

Ability to troubleshoot complex issues, analyze failure modes, and perform root-cause analysis.

Deep understanding of Agile, Scrum, and DevOps lifecycles.

Competence in IT infrastructure and networking.

High attention to detail and thoroughness in testing.

Useful skills include: Experience within the Security, Video, & Access Control Industry What’s in It for You We strive to do more than just match your ambitions — when you join Acre, you’ll have access to a range of exciting opportunities: Be part of a disruptor – Help move security forward with a company that challenges the status quo and redefines industry standards.

Learn from industry leaders – Work alongside experts and innovators driving real change in security technology.

Drive meaningful impact – Your work will directly contribute to pioneering security technologies that protect businesses and communities worldwide.

Advance your career – Access professional development opportunities, including training programs, mentorship, and industry events.

Enjoy competitive rewards – We offer a competitive compensation package, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits program that reflects your contributions.

Join the Future of Security At Acre, we’re moving security forward.

If you're ready to make an impact in a fast-moving, innovative industry, we’d love to hear from you.

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