Test Automation Developer Co-op

Job Opportunity: Test Automation Developer Co-op

Duration: 8 Months

Start Date: January 6, 2025

Location: Vancouver, BC

Work-Model: Hybrid

About Us

Cambio Earth Systems is a cloud-hosted software company headquartered in Vancouver, BC and is part of the BGC group of companies.  With a foundation of more than 20 years providing innovative solutions for earth science data integration, analytics, and visualization as part of BGC, Cambio Earth Systems is the world leader in geohazard management software and earth science data management.

Geohazards such as floods, landslides, rockfalls, and earthquakes threaten the integrity of critical infrastructure across the globe.  Pipelines, railways, roads, highways, mines, dams, levees and other assets are increasingly at risk due to changing climate patterns. The Cambio cloud platform enables owners and operators to digitally transform their geohazard and geo‑asset management programs, operationalizing earth science data and machine learning to drive better, faster risk-informed decision making on how to build climate resiliency into their infrastructure.

The Role

The Test Automation Developer Co-op will be a part of Cambio Earth's software development team working alongside engineers and geoscientists to develop safety critical software applications. Apply your software development knowledge to help Cambio Earth test applications that warn our clients about potential geological hazards and risks. As a Test Automation Developer Co-op, you will have opportunities to develop and maintain test automation framework in an Agile CI/CD environment. This opportunity is located in Vancouver, BC and is a hybrid position. The start date of this position is January 6, 2025. 

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain automated scripts using Selenium with SpecFlow (BDD) and C#

• Create detailed test plans and test cases in accordance with the business requirements

• Convert manual test cases into automated test scripts following page object model and data-driven approach

• Execute, monitor, debug and fix failing E2E tests

• Help to prioritize work based on the business needs for each sprint

• Perform code review and provide feedback to improve code quality

• Perform manual testing when required and file bug reports following appropriate QA practices

• Work closely with the QA team, software developers, product owners, DevOps and UI

Required Education, Experience & Competencies

• Computer Science or Engineering student in 3rd or 4th year

• Experience with at least one modern programming language such as C#, Java or equivalent

• Basic understanding of databases such as MS SQL, MySQL

• Good understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle

• Detail oriented, ability to work independently and is self-motivated

• Ability and the desire to learn QA tools and QA functions

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Company Benefits

Cambio Earth Systems offers our employees the following: 

• Our ‘One Team’ culture supporting health, wellness, safety and diversity
• Mentoring opportunities
• Flat management structure
• Flexible workplace with office and home arrangements
• Social and wellness activities
• Casual and professional work environment

The base annual equivalent salary for this position will be commensurate with the number of computer science or equivalent work terms completed as follows: $47,000/yr for 0-1 work terms, $52,000/yr for 2-3 work terms and $57,000/yr for students who have completed 4 or more work terms. Salary is pro-rated for the term of employment.

While applications are currently being accepted, application review may not commence until September. Please note that applicants can expect a response from our recruiting team regardless of the outcome of their application, on or before September 27, 2024. 

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Cambio Earth strives to create a workplace where equity, diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout our workplace culture and practices. Join us in our commitment to honour individuality, ensure fairness, and create a welcoming environment for everyone. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all candidates, including those experiencing inequity such as racialized individuals, Indigenous People, women, people of diverse sexual orientations, identities and expressions, veterans, individuals with disabilities, people of all faiths, nationalities, marital status, ages, and family status. For assistance or accommodation with your application, please contact us at careers@bgcengineering.ca.