Interim Senior Software Developer in Test
Gofractional
QNX Senior Software Developer in Test (12-Month Contract, Maternity Leave Coverage) Position Type:
Contract (Fixed Term)
Location:
Ottawa, Ontario
Work Arrangement:
Full time, 40 scheduled weekly hours
Duration:
12-month fixed-term contract providing maternity leave coverage within the QNX Power Management Test Team
Role Overview The Power Management Test Team at QNX is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Software Developer in Test to help ensure the quality and reliability of QNX Power Management technologies. In this role, you will do far more than execute tests. You'll develop and enhance automated test frameworks, investigate complex system issues, perform root-cause analysis, and work closely with developers to support high-quality software releases.
Working in a hands-on lab environment, you will validate software on embedded hardware platforms and contribute to all verification activities related to QNX Power Management features. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys software development, automation, debugging, and continuous quality improvement.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize automated test cases to continuously improve test coverage and efficiency
Debug, analyze test results, generate and document defects, and verify fixes
Produce detailed test reports based on the results with high accuracy
Execute comprehensive test suites on new software builds using reference and customer hardware, and analyze results
Maintain test lab environments
Create, update, and maintain test plans and test cases based on product requirements and feature specifications
Configure, integrate, and validate software deliverables on embedded hardware platforms
Collaborate closely with software developers and fellow test engineers
Reproduce and investigate reported issues using systematic debugging and root-cause analysis techniques
Essential Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent
Must have: Strong programming background with expert-level proficiency in Python, C, and shell scripting
Extensive experience developing and maintaining automated test frameworks
Deep understanding of Linux internals and extensive hands-on experience with system configs, scripting, and debugging in enterprise environments
Knowledge of Power Management testing on different hardware
Solid understanding of formal test theory, test methodology, and experience in developing automated tests and testing tools
Demonstrated experience writing test plans and test cases, executing tests and reporting results
Proven technical leadership and mentoring experience
Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables
Familiar with source versioning, problem reporting and continuous integration systems (SVN, Git, JIRA, Jenkins end-to-end CI/CD pipelines)
Working knowledge of QNX or other embedded operating system is an asset
Experience in debugging, root-cause analysis, and system validation for embedded hardware and software environments
Compensation Hiring Base Salary Range:
$108,750.00 - $152,250.00
Please be advised that the compensation hiring range indicated herein is provided solely as a good-faith estimate of expected base compensation for the position. The actual compensation offered will be determined at the time of hire and is contingent upon multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated skills, and results of assessments conducted during the hiring process.
Benefits The BlackBerry Employee Benefits programs offer a wide range of benefits that support your physical and personal well-being. BlackBerry remains committed to offering affordable benefits including coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, and paid-time-off to those that meet the eligibility requirements.
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Contract (Fixed Term)
Location:
Ottawa, Ontario
Work Arrangement:
Full time, 40 scheduled weekly hours
Duration:
12-month fixed-term contract providing maternity leave coverage within the QNX Power Management Test Team
Role Overview The Power Management Test Team at QNX is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Software Developer in Test to help ensure the quality and reliability of QNX Power Management technologies. In this role, you will do far more than execute tests. You'll develop and enhance automated test frameworks, investigate complex system issues, perform root-cause analysis, and work closely with developers to support high-quality software releases.
Working in a hands-on lab environment, you will validate software on embedded hardware platforms and contribute to all verification activities related to QNX Power Management features. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys software development, automation, debugging, and continuous quality improvement.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize automated test cases to continuously improve test coverage and efficiency
Debug, analyze test results, generate and document defects, and verify fixes
Produce detailed test reports based on the results with high accuracy
Execute comprehensive test suites on new software builds using reference and customer hardware, and analyze results
Maintain test lab environments
Create, update, and maintain test plans and test cases based on product requirements and feature specifications
Configure, integrate, and validate software deliverables on embedded hardware platforms
Collaborate closely with software developers and fellow test engineers
Reproduce and investigate reported issues using systematic debugging and root-cause analysis techniques
Essential Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent
Must have: Strong programming background with expert-level proficiency in Python, C, and shell scripting
Extensive experience developing and maintaining automated test frameworks
Deep understanding of Linux internals and extensive hands-on experience with system configs, scripting, and debugging in enterprise environments
Knowledge of Power Management testing on different hardware
Solid understanding of formal test theory, test methodology, and experience in developing automated tests and testing tools
Demonstrated experience writing test plans and test cases, executing tests and reporting results
Proven technical leadership and mentoring experience
Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables
Familiar with source versioning, problem reporting and continuous integration systems (SVN, Git, JIRA, Jenkins end-to-end CI/CD pipelines)
Working knowledge of QNX or other embedded operating system is an asset
Experience in debugging, root-cause analysis, and system validation for embedded hardware and software environments
Compensation Hiring Base Salary Range:
$108,750.00 - $152,250.00
Please be advised that the compensation hiring range indicated herein is provided solely as a good-faith estimate of expected base compensation for the position. The actual compensation offered will be determined at the time of hire and is contingent upon multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated skills, and results of assessments conducted during the hiring process.
Benefits The BlackBerry Employee Benefits programs offer a wide range of benefits that support your physical and personal well-being. BlackBerry remains committed to offering affordable benefits including coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, and paid-time-off to those that meet the eligibility requirements.
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