Automation Developer - Product Development Group

Company Description

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is a trusted leader in secure technology solutions for governments and businesses worldwide. The company operates across various business domains, including currency production, border security, civil identity, driver identification and vehicle information, excise control, lottery and charitable gaming.

Our 7 Core Principles shape and guide our corporate behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, where employees are valued for their contributions and encouraged to grow professionally.

At CBN we seek long-term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes:

• An industry-leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees;
• Best-in-class health, medical, and life insurance benefits;
• Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; and
• Very progressive fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.

Job Description

Internal Job Title: Automation Developer
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Location: Ottawa, ON
Work Model: Hybrid

Position Summary

We are looking for an Automation Developer to design, develop, and maintain automation solutions that enhance efficiency and streamline processes. This role involves developing automated scripts, integrating with CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with developers, product owners, testers and business unit teams to improve software quality and system reliability. The ideal candidate has strong programming skills, experience with automation frameworks, and a deep understanding of cloud and on-premise technologies.

Responsibilities

Automation Development & Scripting

• Design, develop, and implement automation solutions for software testing and deployment processes.
• Create and maintain automation solutions using programming languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript.
• Develop custom automation frameworks and tools to support development and operational processes.

Test & Process Automation

• Automate functional, regression, and performance testing using frameworks like Selenium, Robot Framework or Playwright.
• Implement API test automation using Postman or REST Assured.
• Optimize and maintain automated test suites to ensure robust test coverage.

CI/CD & DevOps Integration

• Integrate automation solutions into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Docker and Kubernetes.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, Biceps and Arm Templates.
• Improve deployment automation, configuration management, and system monitoring.

Performance & Reliability Engineering

• Implement performance testing automation using tools like JMeter.
• Monitor and analyze automation test results to enhance system performance and reliability.
• Work with developers and testers to identify automation opportunities and best practices.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with software engineers, QA testers, and DevOps teams to improve software quality.
• Research and implement new automation tools and technologies.
• Document automation frameworks, tools, and best practices for knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Certifications in automation testing, DevOps, or cloud platforms (e.g., ISTQB Test Automation Engineer, Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert) are a plus.

Technical Concepts & Methodologies

• Strong understanding of test automation frameworks and DevOps automation practices.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript.
• Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and DevOps methodologies.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and cloud automation.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot issues.

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in automation development, test automation, or DevOps automation.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools, cloud environments, and infrastructure automation.
• Experience in developing and maintaining automation frameworks.

Technical Environment

• Automation Frameworks: Robot Framework, Selenium, Playwright, Appium.
• Scripting & Programming: Python, Java, JavaScript.
• CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps, Kubernetes, Docker.
• Cloud Platforms: Azure.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Terraform, Biceps, Arm Templates.
• Performance Testing: JMeter.
• Version Control: Git, GitHub, Bitbucket.
• API Testing Tools: Postman, REST Assured, SoapUI.

Mandatory Requirements

• Language: Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Travel: Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally approx. 5 weeks/year  

Additional Information

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Our commitment to equity extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and development. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive, barrier free selection process, we ask that if you are contacted regarding the competition for this position, you advise the interview coordinator or any accommodation measures you may require.

At CBN, we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each employee brings to our organization, and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and success, and we strive to create an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective goals.