Title:  QA Analyst

Requisition ID: 239813

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

As a QA Analyst within the Smart Automation Team, you will support the testing and validation of automation solutions. You will work closely with Developers, Business Analysts, and cross-functional teams to execute test plans, log defects, and ensure quality across the development lifecycle. This role requires hands-on testing skills, familiarity with automation tools, and the ability to support patch validation and DevOps practices.

Is this role right for you?

• Collaborate with Business Analysts and Developers to understand business requirements and define actionable test scenarios.

• Develop and execute manual test cases across functional, regression, integration, and system testing phases.

• Log and manage defects using Jira, ensuring timely follow-up and retesting.

• Support automation efforts by identifying test cases and assisting in script development using tools like UiPath and Pega OpenSpan.

• Perform API testing using Postman and RestAssured to validate RESTful and GraphQL endpoints.

• Conduct backend data validation to ensure data accuracy and consistency.

• Participate in patch testing activities, including regression testing and documentation updates.

• Assist in UAT preparation, execution, and result analysis.

• Maintain QA documentation including test cases, scripts, and test results.

• Communicate test progress and issues to the Senior QA Analyst and project stakeholders.

• Support integration of testing into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role?

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.

• 2–5 years of experience in software QA or testing roles.

• Experience with automation tools such as Selenium, UiPath, WorkFusion, and Pega OpenSpan (asset).

• Familiarity with API testing tools and protocols including REST, GraphQL, Postman, and RestAssured.

• Experience supporting patch validation and regression testing.

• Proficiency in manual testing techniques and basic automation scripting.

• Understanding of Agile, Scrum, and DevOps practices.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Certifications (preferred but not mandatory):

o ISTQB Certified Tester

o UiPath Certified RPA Associate

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.  
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, cooking with friends, Humans of Digital and much more!

Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto 

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.  

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.