QA Developer
Toronto, Canada (Onsite or Hybrid)
Who We Are
At Fastr, our mission is to empower business teams to move at the speed of change, do more with less, and replace complexity with powerful capabilities to analyze, create, and deliver experiences that grow their business. Our SaaS platforms, Fastr Workspace and Fastr Optimize, gives digital marketing and merchandisers unmatched control over their digital storefront. Trusted by global enterprise brands, and backed by our expert design and development teams, we provide tailored solutions that enable enterprises to scale flexibly and efficiently.
The Opportunity
We're seeking a detail-oriented QA Developer who is passionate about software quality and has a strong technical background in test automation. We need someone who thinks like both a developer and a tester, with the ability to build robust testing frameworks while maintaining a user-focused mindset. As a QA Developer, you'll be instrumental in ensuring the quality of our diverse portfolio of web applications, e-commerce platforms, and enterprise solutions, working closely with development teams to implement comprehensive testing strategies that catch issues before they reach production.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites for Angular and React applications
- Create and execute test plans for web applications, APIs, and e-commerce platforms
- Implement end-to-end testing using modern frameworks (Cypress, Playwright, Protractor)
- Write unit tests using Karma, Jasmine, and Jest for frontend components
- Develop API testing automation for REST endpoints and microservices
- Perform cross-browser and cross-device testing for responsive web applications
- Implement continuous testing in CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or AWS CodePipeline
- Conduct performance testing and identify bottlenecks in application performance
- Create and maintain test documentation, including test cases and bug reports
- Collaborate with developers to implement testable code and improve code coverage
- Perform security testing and vulnerability assessments
- Test integrations with third-party services (BigCommerce, Stripe, AWS services)
- Participate in sprint planning and provide testing effort estimates
- Mentor team members on testing best practices and quality standards
Here’s What We’re Looking For
- 3+ years of experience in software testing with focus on test automation
- Strong programming skills in TypeScript/JavaScript for test automation
- Experience with Angular and React testing frameworks and methodologies
- Proficiency with automated testing tools (Cypress, Selenium, Playwright)
- Experience with unit testing frameworks (Karma, Jasmine, Jest, Mocha)
- Understanding of API testing using tools like Postman, REST Assured, or similar
- Knowledge of version control systems (Git) and branching strategies
- Experience with bug tracking tools (Jira, Azure DevOps)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to think from user perspective
- Strong communication skills for reporting issues and collaborating with teams
Bonus Points For
- Experience testing e-commerce platforms (BigCommerce, Shopify) and payment systems
- Knowledge of performance testing tools (JMeter, K6, LoadRunner)
- Experience with AWS services testing (Lambda, DynamoDB, S3)
- Familiarity with Docker and containerized testing environments
- Experience with mobile testing (responsive design, PWAs)
- Knowledge of accessibility testing and WCAG compliance
- Security testing experience and familiarity with OWASP guidelines
- Experience with visual regression testing tools (Percy, BackstopJS)
- Database testing skills (SQL, NoSQL)
- Understanding of microservices architecture and testing strategies
- Experience with contract testing and API mocking
- Knowledge of BDD/TDD methodologies and tools (Cucumber, Gherkin)
- Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (CloudWatch, Datadog)
- ISTQB certification or similar testing certifications
Apply now to take your career to the next level with Fastr!
Fastr is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are excited to get to know you! Throughout our process you can expect to meet with different members of the team including the Hiring Manager, Peers, Leadership, and complete a technical skills assessment. The People Team will walk you through the steps and be your "go-to" person for any questions.
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What We Do
Fastr Frontend is the first AI-enhanced Digital Experience Composition platform built for ecommerce leaders, empowering them to rapidly create, deploy, and optimize dynamic shopping journeys that engage customers and grow revenue. Combining best-in-class design tools with powerful integration and orchestration capabilities, Fastr Frontend allows non-developers to control every aspect of their ecommerce site without dependence on developers. The AI-fueled acceleration in speed-to-market for new ideas fosters business-critical experimentation and ongoing adaptive experience optimization.
In 2023, the makers of Fastr Frontend established Fastr as the corporate identity for two newly unified businesses: Zmags, founded in 2006 and known for its Publicator digital catalog solution and Creator Studio software, and Be A Part Of, the award-winning agency that Zmags acquired the prior year.
Headquartered in Boston with a distributed worldwide team, Fastr powers innovative ecommerce experiences for brands and retailers of all sizes through its business-empowering technology platforms and custom design and development services packages. Fastr is backed by Akmazo Capital.
