Consultant | Test Automation Architect

PLATO is one of Canada's leading software testing services firms, driven by the mission of building a stronger, more inclusive technology workforce. While we are proudly Indigenous-led and committed to creating opportunities for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities, our team reflects the rich diversity of Canada. We welcome talented individuals from all backgrounds who share our passion for quality and excellence in software testing.At PLATO, we believe that better software leads to a better world. Our software testing specialists come together with a shared commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients while building strong, resilient communities. We have established offices in Fredericton, Ottawa/Gatineau, Sault Ste. Marie, Regina, Calgary, Vancouver, and Victoria, including locations near Indigenous communities.By bringing together people from diverse perspectives, experiences, and communities, we ensure innovation, collaboration, and the highest standards in software quality assurance. If you are passionate about quality testing and want to make a meaningful impact, PLATO is the place for youWe are growing and are currently looking for an experienced Test Automation Architect (onsite/remote hybrid) to help us do that! Responsibilities Work directly with our client(s) to provide technical leadership and strategic orientation for the test automation discipline at an organization levelBuild strategic communication on test automation strategySet direction for short and long-term automation objectives pertaining to SDLC phasesBridge the gap between testing disciplines, development teams and operation teamsBring in depth knowledge of multiple open source/commercial tools for Web/Mobile/Services automationDevelop and maintain applications using Java, Python, Squish/Robot Frameworks, Oracle, XML, JSON, JUnit, and JavaScript librariesDesign and plan processes around CICD, Dev Ops adoption and operationalizationBring hands on competencies around DevOps, Continuous Testing, Continuous Integration and Continuous DeliveryServe as an expert in defining and rolling out standard Automation Frameworks, in line with latest industry trendsBring experience software quality best practices, test strategy and planning, test case development, test case execution, deployment and, test data, defect tracking, and test automationQA Automation Architect will have complete ownership for preparing test automation solution, designing automation frameworks and lead the implementation of automation strategy, planning and executionSupports Junior to senior automation analyst in automation script development and optimization of those test scripts.Recommends new tools, techniques and methodologies needed to enhance productivity and qualityEvaluate, select and formulate best usage of test automation tools and future alignment for different products and applications.Develop automation strategy to support regression testing based on the technical analysis, complexity and reusabilityOversee technological execution of the recommended automation solution roadmap across project teamsParticipate in Design and Architectural reviews of proposed automation solutions across project teams and to provide long term vision for the automation solution Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics ("STEM")12+ years of experience as a Software Quality Assurance Analyst8+ years working in Test AutomationExperience with automation tools/frameworks (Selenium, Robot, Playwright, Tosca, etc)Experience with Continuous Integration tools (Jenkins, TeamCity, GitLab, etc)Experience with Test Management tools such as ALM/QC, Jira, qTest, Azure DevOpsExperience in API testing (ReadyAPI, Postman, etc)Excellent written and spoken communication skillsDemonstrated experience having designed and implemented test automation frameworksExcellent analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to propose practical solutions to complex problemsExperience in Containerization and Orchestration: Docker/KubernetesFlexibility, self-motivation and the ability to give and receive feedback at all levelsAdaptable and willing to work through challenges with a positive attitudeAbility to build collaborative working relationships in a team oriented environmentExperience in the following will be considered an asset:Programming languages: Java/JavaScript/TypeScript/JSon/PythonEngines or frameworks: Squish, Robot, WebDriverIO, Node.js, SpringBootCode management / Build tools: Git - Gitlab / Jenkins / MavenFrameworks: Selenium - Selenium JS - WebDriverIO / Appium - Protractor - CucumberContainerization and Orchestration: Docker/KubernetesTesting & work methodology: BDD, TDD, CI/CDData: SQL / PL-SQL developerConcrete experience practicing BDD testing with Gherkin/Cucumber, API testing with SOAP and RESTful components.Continuous integration, build automation, & deploymentAgile practices and toolsEnterprise integration patterns using REST, modern Web & Mobile technologiesPublic/Private cloud About PLATO Who We ArePLATO is a software testing and technology services company trusted by clients around the world.In addition to providing our clients the highest quality software testing services, PLATO is creating careers in technology for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people from coast to coast to coast through our innovative train-and-employ model. Since 1997, we have been helping organizations all over the world reach their quality objectives by delivering scalable, proven, quality-centric managed services. Companies such as Apple, Suncor, TD Bank, Medavie, BCLC, LinkedIn, Boeing, and many others have gained considerable advantage from our Quality Assurance (QA), Testing, and eLearning expertise and experience.We deliver specialized QA services to our clients with the goal of helping them increase profitability, boost customer satisfaction, manage development cycles and implement quality-centric solutions. We develop innovative approaches and solutions, designed to generate increased efficiencies, competitive advantage, and market share for our clients. Other Information At PLATO, we encourage our employees' personal career growth. We have plans in place to make sure that each employee is connected with a people manager to help guide them through their professional development, offer e-learning classes, and give our employees the opportunity to pursue software certifications for cutting-edge technologies.PLATO respectfully acknowledges that our offices are located on treaty territories, unceded First Nations and Inuit territories, and part of Métis homelands. We honour their long history of welcoming many Nations to the beautiful Turtle Island and we actively work towards reconciliation between Métis, Inuit, and First Nation peoples and non-Indigenous people on this Land.We contribute to proactive employment practices to promote inclusivity and diversity to those especially marginalized populations such as women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other groups protected under the Human Rights Code.We are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in accordance with provincial legislation. Please let us know if you require accommodation during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.