Job DescriptionJob Title: QE – Automation
Location: Montreal, Quebec (5 days WFO)
Experience Required: 6–8 years
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer – Automation to develop and maintain automated test scripts for telecom platforms, including eSIM provisioning. The role involves designing BDD scenarios, API testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright with Cucumber.
- Design BDD scenarios using Gherkin syntax.
- Perform system-level testing for telecom platforms, including eSIM provisioning.
- Develop custom automation utilities and libraries.
- Execute API and integration testing using Postman.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality delivery.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in automation testing.
- Hands-on experience with Playwright automation framework.
- Strong coding skills in JavaScript, TypeScript, or Python.
- Experience with BDD frameworks like Cucumber or Behave.
- Experience in API testing using Postman.
- Familiarity with Windows OS, EntraID, Intune, and iOS environments.
Keywords / Skills for Screening
- Playwright
- Automation Testing
- BDD (Cucumber / Gherkin / Behave)
- API Testing (Postman)
- JavaScript / TypeScript / Python
RequirementsExperience (Years): 4-6 Essential Skills: • Work with project teams throughout the organization to design, implement, and manage CDN infrastructure using Akamai, to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability for customer facing applications and business processes. • Handle multiple priorities and assignments with excellence and precision. • Be a part of a 24/7/365 organization (some after hours support is expected as part of normal on-call rotation). • Directly support line of business development teams, provide guidance to them on implementation and changes for customer facing applications • Develop and maintain security protocols and measures to protect CDN infrastructure from cyber threats. • Monitor and analyze network performance, identifying and resolving issues to optimize content delivery of critical applications. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Akamai CDN solutions with existing systems and applications. • Collaborate with information security teams to implement DDoS protection strategies and other security measures in the CDN. • Provide technical support and guidance to clients and internal teams regarding CDN and security best practices. • Work closely with vendor and professional service teams on delivery related activities and strategy. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. OR similar work experience. • Strong understanding of network protocols (HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, TCP/IP). • Proven experience as a CDN Engineer or similar role, with a strong focus on cybersecurity. • In-depth knowledge of Content Delivery Network technologies, including caching, load balancing, and content optimization. • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Strong communication and teamwork abilities. • Experience supporting 24/7/365 customer facing applications at enterprise scale. • Awareness and experience with cybersecurity tools and practices, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption. • Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Bash) a plus. • Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH) are a plus but not required.