Lead QA/Test Automation Engineer

What is the Opportunity? We are seeking a highly skilled Lead QA/Test Automation Engineer with expertise in automation testing and AI-driven quality solutions to lead innovation in our Core and Realtime Payments QE team. This role will spearhead the design and implementation of advanced automation frameworks, drive proof-of-concept (POC) initiatives, and integrate AI/ML technologies to elevate test coverage, efficiency, and delivery speed. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed quality engineering practices within our DevOps pipeline while mentoring onshore and offshore team members.

Job Description What is the Opportunity? We are seeking a highly skilled Lead QA/Test Automation Engineer with expertise in automation testing and AI-driven quality solutions to lead innovation in our Core and Realtime Payments QE team. This role will spearhead the design and implementation of advanced automation frameworks, drive proof-of-concept (POC) initiatives, and integrate AI/ML technologies to elevate test coverage, efficiency, and delivery speed. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed quality engineering practices within our DevOps pipeline while mentoring onshore and offshore team members.

What will you do?

Automation Leadership: Architect, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for web, mobile, and API testing (e.g., Selenium, Appium, Playwright, Cypress).

AI/ML Integration: Lead POCs to evaluate and implement AI-driven solutions, including intelligent test case generation, defect prediction, and test optimization

CI/CD Enablement: Ensure seamless integration of automation into DevOps pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps

Technical Innovation: Develop custom utilities, libraries, and plugins to enhance automation capabilities and efficiency.

Quality Advocacy: Conduct code/test reviews, enforce best practices, and mentor teams on advanced automation and AI/ML concepts.

Data-Driven Insights: Analyze test results, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations using data analytics and visualization tools

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with development, QA, and DevOps teams to align on quality goals and improve processes.

This role requires strong problem-solving skills, a passion for quality engineering, and the ability to influence technical and business stakeholders.

What do you need to succeed? Must-have

Expertise in programming languages: Python, Java, or C#.

Proven experience designing and implementing custom automation frameworks.

Deep knowledge of automation tools (Selenium, Appium, Playwright, Cypress) and CI/CD pipelines.

Hands-on experience with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and integrating AI into test automation.

Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and RESTful API testing.

Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analytics and reporting tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).

Nice-to-have

Experience with NLP, computer vision, or generative AI applied to testing.

Contributions to open-source automation/AI projects.

Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

What’s in it for you? We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

Lead cutting-edge initiatives at the intersection of payments technology, automation, and AI.

Collaborate with a dynamic team in a high-impact, fast-paced environment.

Drive innovation in realtime payments, a critical domain for RBC’s global operations.

A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable

Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities

Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

A world-class training program in financial services

Flexible work/life balance options

Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities

Access to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies

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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

Additional Job Details Address:

180 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-04-20

Application Deadline:

2026-08-15

Note Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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