Employment Type: Full-time Regular

City: Calgary, AB (YYC)

Posting Open Date: 12/31/2024

Posting Close Date: 01/14/2025 (Please note the posting will close at 11:59pm MST)

Please note: This is a hybrid work position in Calgary Alberta and requires in-person collaboration at the WestJet Campus (22 Aerial Place NE) 3 days per week. This provides flexibility the remaining 40% of the work week. This hybrid work plan allows for critically important learning, collaboration and networking with our colleagues. Specific days in the office are agreed upon by the team.

Why WestJet:

Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

Overview of role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our Quality Management Office. As a Senior QA Automation Analyst, you will play a critical role in expanding Test Automation coverage at WestJet. You will provide support to various Product teams in the form of test automation Scripting, Code reviews, Framework/tools onboarding and Test Automation CI/CD support.

Key deliverables include:

• Review Test Automation candidates to understand scope, feasibility and raise potential scripting concerns.
• Design the implementation including methods/steps, test data, compatibility, classes, page objects, etc.
• Develop and execute automated test scripts for different layers of the application, including UI, API, and integration testing.
• Test implementation of automated test scripts to ensure reliability before transitioning to Product team.
• Produce any documentation needed for transition and ensure code is readable with adequate commenting.
• Perform code reviews of UI and API automated tests and suites.
• Provide on-going support to product teams with solutions or roadblock removals.
• Setup and maintain Test Automation execution infrastructure and pipelines.
• Monitor test automation results to identify scripts that need revisiting for reliability and optimization.
• Mentor and guide junior team members in test automation best practices, coding standards, and technical troubleshooting.
• Improve logging/debugging of scripts to ensure failures are quick to analyze root cause.
• Test Tool management and administration support for Tests Analysts on Product teams.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in test automation tools, frameworks, and methodologies, and make recommendations for their adoption as appropriate.

Experience and qualifications:

• 10+ years professional experience in a technical role.
• 6+ years’ experience implementing UI test automation scripts, frameworks, and tools, such as Gauge, Cucumber, Robot Framework, Selenium, Appium or Flutter Driver.
• 6+ years’ experience implementing API test automation scripts.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java or Javascript for test automation scripting.
• Proficiency in API test automation frameworks and tools, such as Postman, Rest-assured, or SoapUI.
• Deep understanding of software testing types, including unit, integration, regression, functional, and performance testing.
• Strong analytical skills to identify, isolate, and troubleshoot issues in a complex software environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical people.
• Experience in assessing test automation needs, recommending solutions, and providing guidance to teams.

The benefits of being a WestJetter:

WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

Think we are a fit? Apply now!

About WestJet Group of Companies

Together with WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.

Our Safety Promise

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy. 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.

For more information about everything WestJet, please visit WestJet.com.

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