Posting Date: Oct 9, 2025, 1:41:38 PMPrimary Location: Ontario-OttawaJob Type: PermanentSchedule: Full-time Application deadline: October 16, 2025
Join the EDC Team!
At EDC, we support Canadian businesses to succeed globally. We provide the financial tools and expertise they need to explore new markets, reduce risks, all towards the goal of making Canada and the world better through trade. #LI-Hybrid
Position: Senior QA Automation Developer, DevSecOps \& Integration
Employment Type: PermanentCompensation Details:
Software Engineer 18: Salaries typically range from $94,664 to $126,219 annually, based on qualifications and experiences, plus a performance-based incentive.
Location: Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment, currently requiring employees to work in the office 2* days per week. (subject to change)
This role can be performed from EDC’s headquarters in Ottawa or from one of our Community Hubs located in Toronto, Mississauga, Montreal, Laval, Brossard, Vancouver, Calgary, or Halifax.
Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.
About EDC:
At Export Development Canada (EDC), we empower Canadian businesses to succeed globally. As a financial Crown corporation, we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets, mitigate risks, and achieve growth.
Why Join EDC? Comprehensive Benefits:* EDC offers a competitive compensation \& benefits package, work-life balance, \& the opportunity to help make Canada and the world better through trade.
Work-Life Balance: EDC offers a competitive compensation package \& work-life balance. We have hybrid work options, 3 to 4 weeks paid vacation, a corporate closure period, summer early Friday’s \& no meeting Fridays.
Professional Development: Take advantage of our continuous learning opportunities, including training programs, workshops and language training.
Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions employment equity \& values diversity of ideas, strengths, \& backgrounds to succeed.
Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives, mental health support, and fitness programs to keep you healthy and happy.
Community Engagement: Participate in volunteer opportunities and give back to the community through our various social responsibility programs.
Team and Job Overview:
The Digital \& Technology Solutions (DTS) group under the leadership of the Chief Information Officer was established in 2023 with the mission of empowering our customers and colleagues to take on the world, by seamlessly delivering secure and reliable digital experiences. Digital \& Technology Solutions has set out to achieve the following objectives for EDC:
Define, execute, and sustain the integrated technology target state, target data model and technology operations required to enable EDC’s 2030 business transformation.
Establish and manage the rolling 3 Year Digital Roadmap that sequences the technology outcomes required to achieve the technology target state and facilitate its execution across all domains in the organization.
Keep pace with industry trends and emerging technologies, ensuring EDC has access to the digital technology tools it needs to stay relevant in the market and grow Canadian global trade.
Lead and ensure integrated digital, data, infrastructure, and cybersecurity implementations to create excellent customer, user, and employee experiences.
To better position ourselves for success, the Digital Delivery ServiceNow / DevSecOps \& Integration Team is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior QA Automation Developer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing automated tests for API and integration services, execute the tests, develop test automation mechanisms (pipelines, etc.) and execute some manual tests where automation is not present or difficult. Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for coordinating test execution with different application owners across EDC.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills on the Microsoft Azure environment, hands-on development experience with integration platform technologies (API management), API design and development (REST/JSON, SOAP/XML), asynchronous integrations that leverage event and service bus technologies (Event Hub), practical experience of DevSecOps principles such as Continuous Integration/Deployment (CI/CD), security analysis tools, and other code analysis services, and strong agile delivery practices.
Additionally, the individual will be results-oriented, with a keen focus on quality and delivering technical value, while managing multiple priorities requiring strong attention to detail.
What you will be doing:
Develop and implement QA automation strategies for Microsoft Azure API, Event Hub and BizTalk applications and other integration services.
Execute tests and be responsible for test execution for our different API services and ensure services are running as expected. Troubleshoot issues.
Perform manual testing where automation is difficult to ensure comprehensive coverage.
Coordinate with different application owners to ensure testing is done adequately and efficiently and align with change management process.
Participate in daily huddles and weekly planning meetings to align project goals and progress.
Integrate DevSecOps pipelines into development chains to automate test execution
Participate in developing and ensure compliance with integration team standards.
Participate in Technical Community of Practice activities and share knowledge.
What we are looking for:
Undergraduate Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field.
Minimum of 7 years’ proven experience in software development and software integration.
Experience on API testing tools such as Postman, Swagger, Azure Pipelines, and Robot Framework for API testing automation and API related technologies such as REST/JSON, SOAP/XML.
Hands on experience with Microsoft Azure and its relevant build, deployment, automation, integration, DevSecOps, networking, and security technologies in cloud and hybrid environments.
Experience in API virtualization and DevSecOps.
Experience developing Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) practices.
Hands-on experience with Microsoft .NET.
Experience in scripting such as YAML, PowerShell.
What will make you stand out:
Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Collaborative mindset with a problem-solving attitude.
Bilingual in both official languages (English and French).
Eligibility:* EDC is dedicated to Fair Employment Practices. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or hold valid permanent residency cards at the time of application. Preference will be given to candidates who are legally able to work in Canada (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Candidates must also meet the government security screening requirements.
This position is open to individuals who meet all the essential criteria outlined above and submit their applications by the closing date. Ready to make a difference? This is your chance to join a dynamic, growing team and leave your mark on our organization, development finance, and the world.
Apply today!
Want to learn more about EDC? Check our website here https://www.edc.ca
EDC's Commitment to Employment Equity
Export Development Canada (EDC) is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities. At EDC, we nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed, and be their truest selves.
We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the requirements. We thank all applicants' interest in a career at EDC; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that qualified candidates may be considered for similar roles at this level within EDC.
Should you require any accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please contact the Recruitment team at accessibility@edc.ca.
How to apply
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Oct 16, 2025, 10:59:00 PM
If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require special accommodation.
Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements.