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Senior Software System Test Specialist

AvidbotsKitchener, Ontario, CanadaOnsite

Avidbots is a pioneering leader in the field of robotics, dedicated to developing cutting-edge autonomous cleaning solutions for commercial and industrial environments. Our mission is to revolutionize the way cleaning and maintenance tasks are performed by introducing innovative, efficient, and sustainable robotic technologies. Avidbots is committed to delivering intelligent and autonomous robotic solutions that not only enhance operational efficiency but also promote a cleaner and healthier world.
Our groundbreaking autonomous cleaning robots, specifically the Neo 2 and Kas, are redefining the cleaning industry by offering state-of-the-art technology, advanced navigation, and data-driven insights to businesses across the globe. These robots are designed to perform tasks such as scrubbing and sanitization, and maintain cleanliness in a wide range of industries, including airports, shopping malls, warehouses, retail, and more.Headquartered in Kitchener, ON, Canada, we are an employee-focused organization that has been certified a Great Place to Work® consecutively for the last 5 years and one of Deloitte's Fast 500 (2021).Position Overview: This role is on the Software QA team at Avidbots.

The QA team's goal is to ensure that each software release ships with the highest quality code that will work to our customer's complete satisfaction. We have set the bar high and expect to meet or exceed it with every release working on the cutting edge of robotics.This role is based 5 days per week on site in our Kitchener facility.Main Tasks:

  • Collaborate with software development and other cross-functional teams to understand requirements and define comprehensive test plans
  • Develop and implement an SQA strategy for robot software, including functional, performance, and safety testing
  • Identify, develop, and prioritize well written test cases based on risk analysis, business requirements, and end-user needs
  • Perform hands-on functional, system, performance, stress and regression testing on new and existing robot models, both in-house and in customer environments
  • Monitor, analyze, and report on test results, identifying and documenting defects and anomalies using appropriate data, analysis and summary documentation
  • Work closely with developers to reproduce, investigate, and resolve reported issues
  • Identify areas of improvement in the Software QA team and work with manager to address them
  • Prepare dashboards and presentations to provide testing updates for rest of the teams

Requirements:

  • BEng/BSc in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related field
  • 5+ years of proven experience as a Software QA Engineer, with a focus on testing robotics or complex embedded systems
  • Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and practices
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with peers and superiors, and a strong teamwork ethic
  • Strong Linux knowledge (CLI, scripting)
  • Creative, motivated self-starter; you get things done with a passion and continuously raising the quality bar
  • Accommodate flexible 8 hour shift schedules that can start at 6 am during peak delivery deadlinesSuccessfully complete pre-employment onboarding requirements that may include criminal/civil background checks

Bonus:

  • Experience with Robot Operating System (ROS)
  • Previous work with Jenkins, Jira, Git and Bitbucket
  • Previous work experience working on testing hardware components of a complex embedded system
  • Working knowledge of Python, JavaScript, Selenium and Cypress

***Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada for any employerAvidbots is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. We are a diverse Canadian company founded by international students, and we are proud of the strengths our diversity brings. We hold our executives to the same standards as all of our employees, and we believe work should be a safe space for all.

Avidbots has an absolutely zero tolerance policy for discrimination or hate against members of any race, religion or sexual orientation. We also offer a professional working environment and culture and believe that work / life balance is critical to ensure the happiness/well-being of our people. Upon request, Avidbots will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Life at Avidbots

Thrive Here & What We Value1. Agile Methodologies | 2. Front end UI | 3. Object Oriented Programming | 4. Basic skills with Linuxbased operating systems (bash scripting, command line, etc) | 5. Nice to have: Experience with Sisense for Cloud Data Teams (Periscope), Understanding of ROS concepts, localization, and Robotics in general.</s> | Emphasis on collaboration and teamwork | Focus on providing excellent customer service | Encourages continuous learning and professional development | Values work-life balance</s> | Employee-focused organization | Certified Great Place to Work® consecutively for the last 5 years | One of Deloitte's Fast 500 (2021) | Multicultural organization founded by international students | Zero tolerance policy for discrimination or hate against members of any race, religion or sexual orientation | Professional working environment and culture | Commitment to building a diverse workforce</s> | Avidbots is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. | We encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. | We hold our executives to the same standards as all of our employees, and we believe work should be a safe space for all. | Avidbots has an absolutely zero tolerance policy for discrimination or hate against members of any race, religion or sexual orientation. | We also offer a professional working environment and culture and believe that work / life balance is critical to ensure the happiness/well-being of our people. Upon request, Avidbots will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.</s> | 1. Employeefocused organization | 2. Certified a Great Place to Work® consecutively for the last 5 years | 3. One of Deloitte's Fast 500 (2021)</s> | 2. Certified Great Place to Work® for the last 5 years | 4. Passionate and talented individuals welcome to join our team | 5. Commitment to delivering intelligent and autonomous robotic solutions that not only enhance operational efficiency but also promote a cleaner and healthier world.</s> | As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. | We offer a professional working environment and culture and believe that work/life balance is critical to ensure the happiness/well-being of our people.</s> | 2. Certified as a Great Place to Work® consecutively for the last 5 years | 5. Avidbots is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce</s> | 3. Deloitte's Fast 500 (2021) | 4. Diverse Canadian Company founded by international students | 5. Zero Tolerance Policy for Discrimination or Hate against members of any race, religion or sexual orientation</s> | 2. Certified as Great Place to Work® for the last 5 years | 4. Hybrid role based out of Kitchener office 12 days per week | 5. Commitment to building a diverse workforce</s> | High-performance culture that fosters continuous improvement and process discipline | Adherence to security, compliance, and industry best practices in all support activities and maintain proper documentation.</s> | 2. Certified Great Place to Work® for 5 years | 4. Commitment to Building a Diverse Workforce | 5. Zero Tolerance Policy for Discrimination or Hate</s> | Dynamic IT Team at Avidbots Corp. | Emphasis on innovation and staying ahead in technology | Collaborative work environment | Opportunities for growth and development | Strong focus on customer satisfaction and success</s> | Avidbots is committed to delivering intelligent and autonomous robotic solutions that not only enhance operational efficiency but also promote a cleaner and healthier world. | Our groundbreaking autonomous cleaning robots, specifically the Neo 2 and Kas, are redefining the cleaning industry by offering state-of-the-art technology, advanced navigation, and data-driven insights to businesses across the globe. | Avidbots is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. | We also offer a professional working environment and culture and believe that work / life balance is critical to ensure the happiness/well-being of our people.</s> | 4. Multicultural Organization | Employee-focused organization that has been certified a Great Place to Work® consecutively for the last 5 years | Headquartered in Kitchener, ON, Canada</s> | Headquartered in Kitchener, ON, Canada, we are an employee-focused organization that has been certified a Great Place to Work® and one of Deloitte's Fast 500 (2021). | Avidbots is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We celebrate the strength of diverse perspectives and believe in fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued and supported. | Discrimination of any kind has no place here—we are dedicated to maintaining a culture of respect, collaboration, and innovation.</s> | Avidbots is committed to building a diverse workforce and holds executives to the same standards as all employees. | The company offers a professional working environment and culture and believes that work/life balance is critical to ensure the happiness/well-being of its people. | Avidbots has an absolutely zero tolerance policy for discrimination or hate against members of any race, religion, or sexual orientation.</s> | Avidbots is committed to building a diverse workforce and holds executives to the same standards as all employees. They believe work should be a safe space for all and have an absolutely zero tolerance policy for discrimination or hate against members of any race, religion or sexual orientation. Avidbots also offers a professional working environment and culture and believes that work / life balance is critical to ensure the happiness/wellbeing of their people.</s> | 12. Avidbots is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. | 13. Avidbots has an absolutely zero tolerance policy for discrimination or hate against members of any race, religion or sexual orientation. | 14. Avidbots offers a professional working environment and culture and believes that work / life balance is critical to ensure the happiness/wellbeing of our people.</s>
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