Job descriptionWhat is the opportunity? The RBC Team is hiring for a Lead Quality Engineer role within the HR & CLAO IT/CRE Team. As a Lead Quality Engineer, you will be a technical leader and hands‑on contributor responsible for driving quality excellence across complex applications and data platforms, including Cloud platforms, Python, SQL Server, Snowflake, and ETL pipelines.
What will you do? Leadership & Strategy
Mentor a team of Quality Engineers, providing technical guidance and coaching
Define and drive the overall QE strategy, testing standards, and best practices for the CRE portfolio; participate in capacity planning, resource allocation, and sprint planning activities
Collaborate with development leads, product owners, and architects to establish quality gates and acceptance criteria
Lead the evaluation, adoption, and implementation of AI/ML technologies in testing
Drive adoption of new testing tools, frameworks, and methodologies to improve team efficiency
Hands-On Technical Execution
Design, develop, and maintain enterprise‑grade automation test frameworks for Web, Backend, API services, and ETL pipelines (Robot Framework, Python‑based frameworks integrated with qTest and Helios pipeline)
Architect and implement CI/CD pipelines with comprehensive test automation integration using Helios pipeline and GitHub Actions
Write complex SQL queries and stored procedures for test data validation, data setup, and ETL testing across MS SQL Server and Snowflake environments
Perform hands‑on automation development for critical and complex test scenarios
Lead technical troubleshooting of complex defects and testing blockers
Validate data quality, integrity, and accuracy across multiple data sources and platforms
Develop automated data validation frameworks for large‑scale data movement and transformation processes
Collaboration & Innovation
Leverage AI‑powered tools such as GitHub Copilot and Helios Assist to accelerate automation development and enhance team productivity
Partner with cross‑functional teams including developers, business analysts, and DevOps engineers from project initiation through delivery
Document and track defects using JIRA and Confluence, ensuring effective communication and timely resolution with stakeholders
Execute and oversee automated test execution, analyze results, and provide quality metrics and insights to leadership
Build strong relationships with business partners and stakeholders through effective communication and stakeholder management
What do you need to succeed? Must Have
8+ years of experience in QA/QE with progressive responsibility and demonstrated leadership capabilities
3+ years of proven experience leading, mentoring, or managing quality engineering teams
Expert‑level proficiency in Python for test automation, ETL testing, and data validation scripting; hands‑on knowledge of ETL processes, data pipelines, and data validation strategies (SSIS experience highly valued)
Advanced SQL Server skills including complex queries, stored procedures, query optimization, and database testing
Proven experience designing and implementing scalable test automation architectures for enterprise applications
Strong understanding of RESTful API testing, microservices testing, and backend service validation
Extensive experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices using GitHub, GitHub Actions, Helios, UCD, or similar tools
Expert knowledge of QE processes, Testing Life Cycle, SDLC, and Agile methodologies
Strong understanding of test management tools (qTest, JIRA, Confluence, Azure DevOps)
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with ability to influence and drive change
Proven problem‑solving abilities with strategic thinking and innovative approach to complex testing challenges
Nice To Have
Previous banking or financial services experience
Snowflake testing and administration experience
Experience with JCL and mainframe testing
Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and dimensional modeling
Experience with performance and load testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner, or similar)
Familiarity with AI/ML testing approaches
Certifications in quality engineering or relevant technologies (ISTQB, AWS, Azure, etc.)
Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Knowledge of security testing and compliance requirements
What's in it for you?
A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation where applicable
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high‑performing team
A world‑class training program in financial services
Opportunities to do challenging work and solve complex problems
Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities and leadership roles
Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies
Professional development and continuous learning opportunities
Job Skills: Application Testing, Decision Making, Detail‑Oriented, Group Problem Solving, IT Quality Assurance, Long Term Planning, Predictive Analytics, Programming Languages, Software Product Testing, Test Automation.
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