Software Development Engineer in Test – Contract

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SDET building manual and automated tests for Picton Investments’ alternative investment applications. Developing Playwright, API, and end-to-end testing frameworks to ensure reliable user experiences.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases covering functional and non-functional requirements
  • Design and implement automated test suites using appropriate frameworks and tools
  • Build the test automation framework from scratch
  • Perform manual exploratory, regression, and usability testing
  • Conduct API testing to validate backend services
  • Develop and maintain end-to-end tests for critical user flows
  • Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and provide product-quality feedback
  • Identify, document, and track defects using a bug tracking system
  • Analyze test results and provide detailed reports on test coverage and quality metrics
  • Identify improvements to testing processes and contribute to product quality
  • Research and evaluate testing tools and technologies

Requirements:

  • 7+ years of experience in software quality assurance
  • Proven experience in both manual and automated testing of web applications
  • Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices
  • Hands-on experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, REST Assured)
  • Proficiency in an end-to-end (E2E) test automation framework such as Playwright
  • Experience building test automation frameworks from scratch
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language; TypeScript preferred
  • Experience with front-end technologies (React) and back-end technologies (NestJS) is highly desirable
  • Experience with specific testing tools relevant to React and NestJS applications
  • Experience with performance and load testing
  • Experience with security testing
  • Experience with CI/CD integration in Azure DevOps

Benefits:

  • 100% employee-owned company
  • Flexible work environment
  • Competitive total rewards
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Clear path for career growth
  • Corporate fitness reimbursement and discounts
  • VersaFi memberships (formerly Women in Capital Markets)
  • Picton investment counseling and portfolio management services
  • Volunteer and charitable donation matching
  • Maternity and parental leave top-up
  • Recognition awards
  • Semi-annual performance bonuses
  • Generous annual vacation entitlement (minimum of 15 days per year)
  • Training and development reimbursement
  • Extensive health and dental benefits
  • Healthcare spending account