Senior Software Test Automation Lead
About the role
The successful candidate will contribute to our key projects as a member of our Test and Trials (T&T) Cross Product Team (CPT) as follows:
- Lead automated functional verification testing of combat system software
- Lead automated subsystem integration verification testing of combat system software
- Lead automated regression testing of combat system software
As the lead of an agile scrum team, your primary duties will include:
- Support the SW test lead in developing and executing the overall test automation strategy
- Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the test automation solution
- Collect and present comprehensive metrics related to test automation execution
- Support and lead junior staff in all areas of test automation
- Develop and maintain the test automation backlog
- Develop, execute, and maintain the test automation codebase and test suites
- Configure and maintain test automation continuous integration pipelines and schedules
- Identify, assess, document, and re-test test automation defects contributing to overall quality improvement
What you bring to the role
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Computer Science or related engineering discipline and 5 years' experience, or, Master's degree in related engineering discipline and 3 years' experience.
- Must be willing to support schedule including evenings and weekends, as required
- Must have an aptitude for solving challenging problems in a team environment
- Must have a high degree of initiative and autonomy
- Must be able to obtain NATO Secret security clearance
Additional skills desired for the role
- Experience with software development and test
- Experience with test automation
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
- Familiarity with Linux
- Familiarity with BASH and Python
- Familiarity with Java and C++
- Familiarity with Subversion and/or Git
- Experience with DOORS is considered an asset
- Experience with networks and networking tools is considered an asset
- Experience with Agile Scrum methodology is considered an asset
- Active NATO Secret security clearance is considered an asset
- ISTQB CTFL/CTFL-AT certification is considered an asset
What we offer you
We walk our talk when it comes to work/life balance! Your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment, this is what you can expect when you join our team as a Regular Full-Time employee:
- Flexible, compressed work schedules, depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off, as well as the possibility to work remote part-time
- Competitive compensation
- Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
- Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment, along with:
- Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
- A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
- Medical Travel Insurance
- Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
- A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
- Employee discounts to save on goods, services and various recreational activities
- Access to a robust spectrum of development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career including:
- Free learning resources through a modern and engaging platform
- Education Assistance Program
- Reimbursement for a professional membership
- Self-directed Mentoring
About us
Lockheed Martin Canada is the Canadian-based arm of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global security and aerospace company employing 115,000 people worldwide, including more than 1,300 Canadians. By applying innovative approaches of our highly skilled and experienced Canadian workforce, we have been Canada's trusted defence and aerospace partner for over 80 years. We operate major facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary and Victoria and work on a wide range of programs from advanced naval technology products and unmanned systems software to providing delivery and in-service support of the latest military aircraft to commercial engine repair and overhaul capabilities. This position is part of the Rotary and Mission Systems business area, where employees across Canada support engineering, systems integration, training, sustainment and in-service support programs for Canadian and international military customers across land, air and sea.