The Lead Quality Engineer is responsible for creating and executing comprehensive end to end testing strategies and solutions, with focus on data validation, integrity testing, and quality assurance across multiple platforms and interfaces. This role ensures high-quality application delivery in a fast-paced environment while providing technical expertise and mentorship to team members. The position partners with development, architecture, and business teams to deliver robust solutions in a dynamic financial services environment focused heavily on data integrity and lineage.
Develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies and automated testing solutions for data validation across multiple platforms, interfaces, and ETL processes
Design and implement automated test scripts and AI agents using industry-leading tools
Create and maintain test management documentation; define, track, and report on quality metrics
Review and enhance data testing strategies for new and existing data initiatives;
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into executable testing scenarios and validation rules
Manage defect tracking workflows and coordinate resolution with development and business teams
Work closely with vendors to implement testing solutions
Recommend improvements to testing processes, technology, and interfaces that improve the effectiveness of testing teams
Own test data management strategy and automation; ensure test data is properly provisioned, maintained, and compliant with data governance policies
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Must have
6+ years of hands-on test automation experience automating web, mobile and API layers
5+ years of experience working with and testing relational Databases.
3+ years of experience leading end to end test strategy creation and execution across multiple eco-systems
Strong proficiency with test automation tools (Selenium, Playwright) & strong understanding of BDD principles
Deep knowledge of the various types of testing, from functional testing to performance and security testing
Proven experience in test data management strategy, provisioning, and automation; understanding of data governance and compliance requirements
Proven ability mentoring team members (onshore & offshore) and providing technical direction
Proficiency with Git version control, branching strategies, and strong experience testing and working in continuous delivery (CICD) environment.
Experience with test management tools (Azure Test Plans, Jira QMetry) and quality metrics reporting
Nice-to-have
Experience using AI tools like Copilot for test design, test automation or test data generation
Experience creating AI agents within the data testing and/or test data space
Experience using Data validation tools like QuerySurge and Informatica suite
WHAT'S IN FOR YOU?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
A world-class training program in financial services
Opportunities to do challenging work
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Job Skills
Application Testing, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Group Problem Solving, IT Quality Assurance, Long Term Planning, Predictive Analytics, Programming Languages, Software Product Testing, Test Automation
Additional Job Details
Address
180 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO
City
Toronto
Country
Canada
Work hours/week
37.5
Employment Type
Full time
Platform
TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS
Job Type
Regular
Pay Type
Salaried
Posted Date
2026-05-21
Application Deadline
2026-11-23
Note : Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
Our Employment Opportunities
At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.
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