Senior Python Automation Engineer

Build production-grade Python automation at Telesat in Canada, working with Pytest, APIs, asynchronous messaging, and Kubernetes environments.

This senior hands-on software development role designs frameworks and engineering tools for distributed, event-driven microservices. You will improve testability, shorten feedback cycles, diagnose failures, and create repeatable software-quality evidence. The work includes AI-assisted development, CI/CD integration, and automated validation across service-based workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and maintain reusable Python automation frameworks and packages
• Develop Pytest tests, fixtures, plugins, and execution utilities
• Validate REST APIs, gRPC services, and streaming patterns
• Automate Azure Service Bus and Blob Storage workflows
• Deploy and troubleshoot tests and services on Kubernetes

Requirements:

• Strong Python development, packaging, typing, and asynchronous programming experience
• Deep understanding of Pytest architecture and plugin development
• Experience building substantial automation frameworks and engineering tooling
• Working knowledge of Java for scripts and utilities
• Ability to work in Canada and obtain required clearances

Apply senior Python engineering expertise to Pytest, distributed systems, APIs, messaging, and Kubernetes automation at Telesat.