Role overview

Job Title: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) Job Location: Hybrid (3 days), Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Job Type: T4 Contract Experience: 1+ Years Rate: CAD 45 - 48 per hour

About the Role
NearSource Technologies is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join our engineering team and contribute to the quality, reliability, and scalability of modern software applications and cloud-based services. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with Software Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Product teams to build robust test automation solutions and ensure the delivery of high-quality software. The ideal candidate has a passion for software quality, automation, and continuous improvement, along with experience developing automated test frameworks in Agile environments.

Key Responsibilities

Participate as an active member of a collaborative software engineering team.
Perform end-to-end software testing, including requirements analysis, test planning, test case design, execution, defect tracking, and quality assessment.
Develop, maintain, and enhance automated test frameworks and test cases to improve software quality and release efficiency.
Execute functional, integration, regression, and system testing across software applications and cloud services.
Collaborate with Software Engineers, DevOps Engineers, Product Managers, and UX teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
Identify software defects, perform root cause analysis, and work closely with development teams to validate fixes.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for testing processes, automation frameworks, and quality engineering practices.
Monitor software quality metrics and help improve application reliability, performance, scalability, and resiliency.
Stay current with emerging testing methodologies, cloud technologies, and industry best practices.
Support Agile development processes by actively participating in sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups.

Must-Have Skills

1+ years of professional experience as a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET).
Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, Groovy, or Shell scripting.
Experience with containerization and microservices-based architectures.
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Strong application testing experience across software applications.
Experience designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks and test automation solutions.
Experience with software testing methodologies, defect tracking, and quality assurance best practices.
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies, including Scrum.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills within cross-functional engineering teams.

Secondary Skills

Knowledge of the Microsoft.NET platform.
Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Exposure to cloud-native application testing and automation.

Apply now, or share your resume with salary expectations at careers@nearsource.ca.
Thank you for considering a career with us! Once you submit your application, our Talent Acquisition team will review your resume thoroughly. If there is a strong match, we'll reach out to discuss your experience, role details, benefits, compensation, and next steps. While we strive for transparency, we may not be able to respond to every applicant due to high application volume, but we genuinely appreciate your time and interest.

About NearSource Technologies
NearSource Technologies is a trusted partner for future-ready software consulting, enabling Fortune 500 enterprises to accelerate digital transformation. Our global engineering teams build and deploy impactful technology for some of the world's most admired brands, working directly on long-term client initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer
NearSource Technologies is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or background. Innovation thrives when everyone feels empowered to contribute.