Software Development Engineer in Test

Job Description

APPLICATION DEADLINE : January 30, 2026

This role can be located the Caribbean Banking Market or in Canada where the successful candidate resides

What is the opportunity?

The  Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)  for Digital Applications and Originations Labs at RBC Caribbean Technology will be responsible for testing and automation processes, methodologies, and strategies, with a specific focus on  native mobile applications  for  iOS  and  Android  platforms. This role will leverage tools such as  Xcode ,  Android Studio , and  Firebase  to ensure the delivery of high-quality mobile applications. The SDET will drive quality through early defect detection, automation, and continuous integration practices, ensuring seamless user experiences across mobile platforms.

You will be accountable for creating and executing test automation scripts for native mobile apps, maximizing automation coverage, and using business analysis and automation techniques to optimize testing activities.

What will you do?

Mobile Application Testing :

Responsible for testing  native iOS and Android applications , ensuring functionality, performance, and usability.

• Utilize  Xcode  for iOS testing and  Android Studio / Firebase  for Android testing, including crash analytics and performance monitoring.
• Conduct testing across various devices, screen sizes, and operating system versions to ensure compatibility.
• Automation Development :

Design, build, and maintain scalable  BDD-based automation frameworks  for mobile apps using tools such as  Appium ,  Espresso , and  XCUITest .

Drive quality by implementing  in-sprint automation  and ensuring early defect detection.

Use tools like  Firebase Performance Monitoring ,  Crashlytics , and  Dynatrace  to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and crashes in mobile apps.

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product owners, and business analysts, to define test strategies and acceptance criteria.

Stay updated on the latest trends and tools in mobile testing and automation.

What do you need to succeed?

Technical Skills :

Proven experience in testing  native iOS apps  using  Xcode  and  XCUITest .

Hands-on experience with  Appium ,  Espresso , and  XCUITest  for mobile test automation.

Experience using tools like  Firebase Crashlytics ,  Dynatrace , or  AppDynamics  to monitor app performance and crashes.

Experience integrating test automation into CI / CD pipelines using tools like  Jenkins ,  GitHub Actions , or  Azure DevOps .

Strong understanding of  Agile testing practices ,  BDD , and  in-sprint automation .

Preferred Skills :

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 :

Job Skills

Accountability, Android, Apple iOS, Apple Mac OS, Application Testing, Automated Testing, Automation Frameworks, Business Requirements, Decision Making, Deliverables Management, Design Documents, Detail-Oriented, Group Problem Solving, IT Quality Assurance, Long Term Planning, Personal Initiative, Predictive Analytics, Programming Languages, Project and Program Management (Inactive), Software Product Testing, Technical Design Documentation, Test Case Design, Testing Strategies, Test Planning, Test Scripts

Additional Job Details

Address :

RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY 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 : 2025-10-24

Application Deadline :

2026-01-31

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

I nclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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