Quality Assurance Automation Developer

This competition is open to all applicants; however, internal applicants will be given priority consideration based on minimum qualifications, or a combination of experience, skills, and abilities before external applicants are considered. Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton. Information Services & Technology (IST) is the central support group for the University of Alberta's technological landscape. We play a pivotal role in ensuring the evolution and seamless operation of technology for teaching, learning, research, and administration. Beyond our expansive technical expertise, IST fosters a supportive environment rooted in our core values: compassion, connection, collaboration, creativity, and courage. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to empower education, drive institutional excellence, and shape the future of the university through innovative IT solutions, we invite you to join us. Reporting to the Team Lead of Quality Assurance, the Quality Assurance Automation Developer designs, develops and maintains automated testing solutions, frameworks and processes that support the quality, reliability and ongoing operation of applications, services and integrations across the University of Alberta. Working collaboratively with Application Developers, Systems Analysts, Business Solutions Analysts, functional teams and University stakeholders, the incumbent contributes throughout the software development lifecycle to ensure solutions meet business requirements, technical specifications and operational expectations. The position combines software development, quality assurance, technical analysis and problem-solving to plan and execute testing activities, validate application functionality and data integrity, investigate defects and assess technical risks. Through effective test automation and evidence-based quality assessments, the incumbent helps project teams make informed decisions about solution readiness and release quality. As a seasoned technical resource, the Quality Assurance Automation Developer provides technical guidance, participates in peer reviews, mentors colleagues and contributes to improving team practices. The role requires sound technical judgment, strong collaboration and a commitment to delivering reliable, accessible and maintainable technology solutions in a respectful and supportive working environment.