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Senior QA Automation EngineerSolink • Ottawa, ON, CA
Senior QA Automation Engineer

Senior QA Automation Engineer

Solink • Ottawa, ON, CA
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Overview

Senior Quality Assurance (QA) Automation Engineer)

Location : Ottawa | Hybrid

Department : Engineering

Reports To : Sean O’Hagan

Type : Permanent | Full-Time

Vacancy Status : This is an active role and we are currently hiring for this position.

About Solink

At Solink, our mission is to safeguard what matters most . We provide businesses with the tools to know sooner and act faster by transforming video security into real-time operational insights.

Our cloud-based platform integrates seamlessly with your existing cameras and systems, turning them into intelligent sensors that detect and interpret key moments. This empowers teams to make data-driven decisions, enhance security, and improve operational efficiency.

Trusted by over 30,000 locations across 32+ countries - including brands like McDonald’s and JYSK - Solink delivers clarity when it counts. Our solutions help businesses reduce shrink, optimize performance, and respond proactively to potential threats.

We\’re growing rapidly, earning industry recognition, and scaling with purpose. We’ve been recognized by Deloitte’s Fast 50™ and Fast 500™, Business Intelligence Group, and as one of Ottawa’s Best Places to Work. And we’re just getting started!

About The Role

As a Senior QA Automation Engineer at Solink, you will be at the forefront of automating our manual testing processes and creating a robust framework that ensures the highest quality of our software solutions. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, creativity, and a keen eye for detail, as you will be instrumental in developing and maintaining automation scripts and tests for frontend and backend applications. Your work will significantly reduce manual testing efforts, increase efficiency, and expedite our release cycles, making a substantial impact on our product\'s success.

What You’ll Do

  • You will maintain and extend automated test frameworks, ensuring seamless execution, robust reporting, and CI / CD pipeline integration.
  • You will design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Python, Playwright and Pytest
  • You will collaborate with the QA team to review and understand test cases, identifying opportunities for automation.
  • You will contribute to and extend the automation strategy, creating and implementing new automated tests for both frontend and backend applications (web, mobile, cloud, IOT, API).
  • You will manage and report on test execution using test management software.
  • You will analyze the efficiency of automation testing, including time savings, number of bugs caught, and the adaptability of code.
  • You will work under tight deadlines and effectively juggle multiple requests from different teams.
  • You will identify, track and record bugs found.
  • You will act as a mentor for automation testing as the team grows.
  • You will demonstrate a significant impact by improving the turnaround time for releases through efficient and effective automation strategies.

What We’re Looking For

  • You have 5+ years of experience in QA automation, with a proven track record of developing automated tests from scratch.
  • You have a Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • You have experience with evaluating and maintaining a scalable automation framework and integration into CI / CD pipelines.
  • You demonstrate a strong sense of ownership and are committed to managing projects.
  • You have demonstrated strong proficiency writing automation test scripts using Python and Playwright.
  • You have familiarity with Pytest as an automation frameworks.
  • You are proficient with Git and version control best practices.
  • You have familiarity with the Linux environment.
  • You have foundational understanding of how AWS services support SaaS applications for IoT environments.
  • You have experience with a wide variety of testing methodologies in the frontend (e.g. mobile and web applications) and backend (e.g. cloud and API).
  • Experience with performance testing tools and methodologies to ensure the robustness and scalability of applications.
  • You have in-depth knowledge of test management software.
  • You have an excellent command of the English language, both written and verbal.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and provide effective solutions.
  • You have a passion for technical challenges.
  • Security Requirements

  • Candidates must undergo a criminal records check upon hire;
  • Be a Canadian Citizen (dual citizens included), or eligible to work in Canada;
  • Be willing to comply with Solink’s own security policies and standards.
  • Our Values

  • Act with URGENCY – Our customers move fast, so we do too.
  • Deliver with QUALITY – We sweat the details and hold a high bar.
  • Win with TEAM – No egos. Just outcomes, built together.
  • Lead with TRUST – We earn it through clarity, consistency, and care.
  • Why Solink?

  • Clarity and trust : Where the role allows, we support flexibility in how and where work gets done - and we’re upfront about what’s required.
  • Meaningful equity : Every full-time, permanent employee has a stake in our growth.
  • Comprehensive benefits : Fully paid health & dental (no waiting period) + $500 health spending account.
  • Wellness support : Monthly reimbursement for fitness, wellness, or mental health programs.
  • Growth through merit : Advancement is based on contribution, initiative, and the ability to raise the bar - together.
  • Candid culture : Clear expectations, honest feedback, and no politics.
  • Social connection : From So-learns to Solink-o and So-lunches, we stay connected in ways that actually feel fun.
  • What To Expect From The Hiring Process

  • Intro call with our Talent Team
  • Interview with the Hiring Manager
  • Role-relevant task or case (if applicable)
  • Final interviews with cross-functional team members
  • Reference Checks
  • Offer & onboarding 🎉
  • How To Apply

    Submit your resume and a short cover letter via our Careers Page. Let us know what excites you about this role, and how you’d help move Solink forward.

    NOTICE : Solink uses artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, and / or select candidates for this position.

    Solink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please let us know.

    Compensation Range : CA$115K - CA$140K

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