QE Automation Engineer_ Capital Markets

Position Details:

Title: QE Automation Engineer_ Capital Markets

Type: 6-Month Contract + Opportunity to Extend

Location: 1 Queen Street East, Toronto

Work Model: Mon Thurs Onsite (4 days/week), 37.5 hours/week

Start Date: ASAP

Interview Process: Approx 2 rounds 1 personality/fit, 1 technical

Compensation: $90-$95/Hour

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• The QE Automation Engineer will primarily focus on writing regression test cases and automation scripts for legacy DASH trading applications and infrastructure.


• A significant portion of the role will involve Python-based automation development, including Windows desktop automation and API/integration testing. Candidates will need to read and understand legacy C++ code (including navigating MFC class hierarchies such as CWnd, CDialog, and CCommonDialog) to interpret internal application logic and, when necessary, implement small hooks or modifications to improve automation accessibility.


• They will also support CTA and other newer components by building automated test suites, validating backend data flows, and performing API/system integration testing.


• AWS is leveraged to run simulators and test environments. The role includes daytime production support, with rotational overnight support baked into the contract. Strong communication and coordination with front office and cross-functional technology teams is critical.

Must-Haves:

• 5 8+ years of experience in QE Automation or SDET roles


• Strong hands-on Python experience (automation focus ~35 40% of role)


• Experience building automation frameworks and regression test suites from scratch


• Ability to read and understand C++ code (2 5 years sufficient; ~20 25% exposure)


• Experience with Windows desktop automation (e.g., pywinauto or similar libraries)


• Strong understanding of system workflows, API testing, and integration validation


• Experience supporting production systems (must be comfortable with rotational support)


• Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with front office teams

Pluses:

• Capital markets or front office trading system experience


• Experience navigating MFC class hierarchies (CWnd, CDialog, CCommonDialog)


• Backend data validation and SQL experience


• Exposure to AWS environments (used for simulators and test execution)


• Experience working within enterprise-scale trading or investment technology ecosystems

We may use AI-enabled and/or automated tools to support parts of our recruitment process, including application screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communications. These tools are used to enhance consistency and efficiency. All hiring decisions involve human review and are not based solely on automated processing.

The Company offers a total rewards package in accordance with all applicable federal, provincial, and local laws and requirements. Benefit eligibility and offerings vary based on role, employment status, and work location. For contractor positions, benefits are limited to those entitlements and protections required by applicable law, which may include (as applicable) vacation pay, public holidays, leaves of absence, and other legally mandated benefits or payments.