Software Development Engineer in Test – Contract

Mahoney Asset Management

SDET building manual and automated tests for Picton Investments’ alternative investment applications. Developing Playwright, API, and end-to-end testing frameworks to ensure reliable user experiences.

Posted 8/22/2026contractRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in software quality assurance, focusing on both manual and automated testing methodologies. Proficient in building test automation frameworks and conducting API testing to ensure product quality and performance.

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7+ Years Of Experience In Software Quality AssuranceAutomated Testing Of Web ApplicationsAPI Testing Tools (Postman, REST Assured)End-To-End Test Automation Framework (Playwright)CI/CD Integration In Azure DevOps

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Hard Skills

Test PlansTest CasesAutomated Test SuitesManual TestingExploratory TestingRegression TestingUsability TestingPerformance TestingLoad TestingSecurity Testing

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

PostmanREST AssuredPlaywrightReactNestJSAzure DevOps

Industry Keywords

Software Testing MethodologiesTest Automation FrameworkBug Tracking SystemTest CoverageQuality Metrics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureReactTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases covering functional and non-functional requirements
Design and implement automated test suites using appropriate frameworks and tools
Build the test automation framework from scratch
Perform manual exploratory, regression, and usability testing
Conduct API testing to validate backend services
Develop and maintain end-to-end tests for critical user flows
Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and provide product-quality feedback
Identify, document, and track defects using a bug tracking system
Analyze test results and provide detailed reports on test coverage and quality metrics
Identify improvements to testing processes and contribute to product quality
Research and evaluate testing tools and technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in software quality assurance
Proven experience in both manual and automated testing of web applications
Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices
Hands-on experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, REST Assured)
Proficiency in an end-to-end (E2E) test automation framework such as Playwright
Experience building test automation frameworks from scratch
Proficiency in at least one programming language; TypeScript preferred
Experience with front-end technologies (React) and back-end technologies (NestJS) is highly desirable
Experience with specific testing tools relevant to React and NestJS applications
Experience with performance and load testing
Experience with security testing
Experience with CI/CD integration in Azure DevOps

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% employee-owned company
Flexible work environment
Competitive total rewards
Performance-based bonuses
Clear path for career growth
Corporate fitness reimbursement and discounts
VersaFi memberships (formerly Women in Capital Markets)
Picton investment counseling and portfolio management services
Volunteer and charitable donation matching
Maternity and parental leave top-up
Recognition awards
Semi-annual performance bonuses
Generous annual vacation entitlement (minimum of 15 days per year)
Training and development reimbursement
Extensive health and dental benefits
Healthcare spending account