Senior QA Automation Engineer

About the Job

Epiphan Video is looking for a Senior QA Automation Engineer with a strong Python and Playwright background to own test automation for our devices and Multimedia Platform. Join our QA team and help deliver reliable, high-quality video streaming and recording solutions. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain automated test suites for Epiphan Pearl devices, primarily using Python, Pytest, and Playwright, while also supporting our UI component tests in TypeScript. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality video streaming and encoding solutions.

Note: This full-time permanent position is based in Ottawa, ON, with a hybrid work format available. Employees are expected at least 3 days/week in office. This arrangement is subject to change based on business needs.

Who we are

Epiphan Video empowers creators and businesses around the world to produce broadcast-quality content with intuitive, innovative and trusted hardware and cloud services. Epiphan solutions see use in numerous verticals, including education, live event production, corporate, government, and legal.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain API and end-to-end automated tests using Python, Pytest, and Playwright
• Create, expand, and maintain existing Playwright component tests for our frontend applications using TypeScript
• Design and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases covering functionality, usability, and performance
• Identify, document, and track defects using bug-tracking tools; verify fixes through retesting
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and business analysts to translate requirements into thorough test coverage
• Perform regression testing to ensure new changes do not introduce defects
• Conduct quality validation for Epiphan’s video streaming and encoding software

Experience and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in QA automation
• 5+ years of experience in manual testing
• Proficiency in Python, Pytest, and Playwright
• Working experience with TypeScript
• Strong Bash scripting knowledge
• Proven experience building and maintaining end-to-end UI tests
• Solid understanding of software testing principles and methodologies
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tooling
• Strong Linux proficiency
• Familiarity with code quality practices (code reviews, static analysis, linting)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of FFmpeg
• Familiarity with video encoding and decoding techniques
• Experience with test reporting frameworks such as ReportPortal or Allure
• Embedded systems or firmware testing experience

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits
• Friendly and Fun Work Environment
• A Culture of Innovation, Prosperity, and Collaboration
• Access to Cutting-Edge Technology
• Opportunities for Professional Growth
• Flexible Work Arrangements, including Hybrid Options

Compensation

The hiring range for this position is $90,000–$110,000 annually, based on a 40-hour work week. Compensation within this range will be determined based on job-related skills, relevant experience, education, and training.

Why you should apply

We innovate

A career at Epiphan puts you at the forefront of AV innovation. We value ingenuity and seek ideas from every corner. Employees have room to experiment and take chances on never-before-seen solutions and workflows - because that’s how innovation happens.

We’re a team

When you join Epiphan, you become part of a tight-knit team of high-performing professionals. We collaborate within and across our departments daily, combining diverse skill sets and perspectives to achieve our goals.

We care

Our people take precedence. We maintain an inclusive and open culture where respect and empathy take the lead and everyone has a voice. We set work aside for fun-filled social activities, offer competitive salaries and benefits, and insist on a healthy work/life balance for employees.

Hiring process

We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Epiphan Video is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and treated fairly, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace by ensuring a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application process, please let us know.

As part of our commitment to a fair and transparent hiring process, Epiphan Video follows a structured approach to recruitment. To promote consistency and objectivity, all applications are carefully reviewed by qualified members of our team. We do not use AI tools in our hiring process. All resumes, interviews, and candidate evaluations are conducted and assessed by our hiring team. Hiring decisions are made thoughtfully based on each candidate’s skills, experience, and potential. All final decisions are made by our hiring team, and all information collected is handled in accordance with applicable privacy legislation.

This is an existing full-time opportunity open to qualified external applicants.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $90,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Application question(s):

• Are you comfortable commuting to this job's location?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• QA Automation: 5 years (preferred)
• Manual testing: 5 years (preferred)
• TypeScript: 2 years (preferred)
• Playwright: 3 years (required)
• Python: 3 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kanata, ON K2K 3H4