QA Automation Specialist (12-month Contract) | Spécialiste QA automatisation (Contrat de 12 mois)

Company Overview
Jesta I.S. is a leading supplier of ERP software for the apparel, footwear, and soft-goods industries. Our global client base includes many recognizable brands and continues to grow.
Position Summary
We’re looking for a QA Automation Specialist to join our QA team and help elevate the quality and reliability of our Vision Suite ERP platform.
If you’re passionate about building robust automation frameworks, improving release speed, and ensuring high-quality software in complex enterprise environments, this role is for you.
In this role, you’ll work closely with Development, Product, and DevOps teams to design and maintain automated testing solutions that support scalable, high-performing ERP and retail systems. You’ll play a key role in increasing test coverage, preventing defects early, and enabling faster, more confident releases.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced SaaS environment supporting global retail clients, with strong exposure to modern automation tools, AI-assisted testing approaches, and enterprise-scale systems.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web, API, and integration testing across Vision Suite modules.
Execute and maintain regression automation suites, ensuring reliability and scalability of test coverage.
Collaborate with developers, product managers, and QA analysts to define test strategies and acceptance criteria.
Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Jenkins) for continuous testing.
Analyze test results, identify defects, and support root cause analysis with engineering teams.
Leverage AI‑assisted testing tools and techniques to optimize test creation, execution, and maintenance.
Maintain test data, environments, and automation frameworks aligned with production configurations.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including automation coverage expansion and testing efficiency.
Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, standups, retrospectives, demos).
Document automation frameworks, test cases, and testing processes to ensure knowledge sharing and audit readiness.
Mentor junior QA team members on automation best practices and tools when needed.
Qualifications
Education & Training
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Training in QA methodologies, test automation frameworks, and Agile practices
ISTQB Certification (Foundation or Test Automation Engineer) (preferred)
Training or exposure to AI-assisted testing tools or frameworks (preferred)
Agile or Scrum certification (preferred)
Knowledge & Experience
3–5 years of experience in Quality Assurance, with a strong focus on test automation
Hands-on experience implementing automation frameworks end-to-end (Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright)
Experience testing enterprise or SaaS applications (ERP experience is a strong asset)
Experience with API testing (REST/SOAP) using tools such as Postman or Swagger
Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
Experience in retail, supply chain, or ERP environments (asset)
Exposure to microservices architecture and cloud platforms (asset)
Experience with performance testing tools (JMeter, K6) (asset)
Exposure to AI-based testing tools or predictive quality analytics (asset)
Skills & Abilities
Strong expertise in test automation frameworks and scripting
Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, or Java
Ability to design scalable and maintainable automation architectures
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with CI/CD integration and DevOps workflows
Effective use of Microsoft Copilot for productivity and automation support
Daily use of GitHub Copilot to accelerate development, debugging, and testing
Ability to validate AI-generated outputs for accuracy and security
Strong understanding of QA methodologies and testing lifecycle
Data-driven mindset supported by AI-assisted insights
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Digital fluency and adaptability in fast-changing environments
Continuous improvement mindset and learning agility
Responsible and secure use of AI tools in accordance with company policies
Tools & Systems
AI & Development Tools
Microsoft Copilot; GitHub Copilot (Business); ChatGPT Enterprise; Cursor (where applicable); Jesta AI tools (e.g., Ask Jane / advisorIQ where applicable)
Collaboration & Delivery Tools
Outlook; Microsoft Teams; SharePoint; Jira; Azure DevOps; Confluence
QA, Testing & Engineering Tools
Selenium; Cypress; Playwright; Postman; Swagger; TestRail (or equivalent); JMeter; K6; Git; Bitbucket
Enterprise Platform
Jesta Vision Suite (ERP/SCM)
Additional Information
This is a contract position with a minimum term of 12 months and the possibility of extension based on business needs and mutual agreement.
This is a hybrid role, 2 days working in the office in Montreal, QC is required.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Présentation de l’entreprise
Jesta I.S. est un fournisseur de premier plan de logiciels ERP pour les industries de l’habillement, de la chaussure et des biens de consommation. Notre clientèle mondiale comprend de nombreuses marques reconnues et continue de croître.
Résumé du poste
Nous recherchons un·e Spécialiste en automatisation de l’assurance qualité pour se joindre à notre équipe QA et contribuer à améliorer la qualité et la fiabilité de notre plateforme ERP Vision Suite.
Si vous êtes passionné·e par la création de cadres d’automatisation robustes, l’amélioration de la vitesse de livraison et la garantie d’une qualité logicielle élevée dans des environnements d’entreprise complexes, ce poste est pour vous.
Vous collaborerez étroitement avec les équipes Développement, Produit et DevOps afin de concevoir et maintenir des solutions de tests automatisés soutenant des systèmes ERP et retail performants et évolutifs. Vous jouerez un rôle clé dans l’augmentation de la couverture de tests, la détection précoce des anomalies et la livraison de déploiements plus rapides et plus fiables.
Il s’agit d’une belle opportunité dans un environnement SaaS dynamique desservant une clientèle mondiale, avec une exposition aux outils modernes d’automatisation, aux approches de tests assistées par l’IA et aux systèmes à grande échelle.
Responsabilités
Concevoir, développer et maintenir des scripts de tests automatisés (web, API, intégration) pour les modules Vision Suite
Exécuter et maintenir les suites de régression automatisées afin d’assurer la fiabilité et la scalabilité de la couverture de tests
Collaborer avec les équipes Développement, Produit et QA pour définir les stratégies de test et critères d’acceptation
Intégrer les tests automatisés dans les pipe

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No