Lead QA/Test Automation Engineer

RBC • Toronto, ON

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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 Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for web, mobile, and API testing (e.g., Selenium, Appium, Playwright, Cypress).
• Lead POCs to evaluate and implement AI-driven solutions, including intelligent test case generation, defect prediction, and test optimization.
• Ensure seamless integration of automation into DevOps pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.
• Develop custom utilities, libraries, and plugins to enhance automation capabilities and efficiency.
• Conduct code/test reviews, enforce best practices, and mentor teams on advanced automation and AI/ML concepts.
• Analyze test results, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations using data analytics and visualization tools.
• Partner with development, QA, and DevOps teams to align on quality goals and improve processes.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior