Automation Tester - Senior Consultant - Banking Tech

Automation Tester - Senior Consultant - Banking Tech

Location: Toronto

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Salary: Competitive

Date: Apr 22, 2026

Job description

Requisition ID: 1598752

At EY, youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The opportunity

We are seeking a skilled Automation Tester with expertise in test automation and a solid understanding of ETL processes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in developing and maintaining automated testing frameworks, with a focus on end-to-end testing, data validation, and ensuring system quality. A background in ETL testing, including writing and executing complex SQL queries to verify data consistency and accuracy, is highly desirable.

Our Canadian Banking Technology consulting team is dedicated to building a better world by transforming businesses through the potential of our people, technology, and innovation. Emerging technologies are reshaping the banking landscape, requiring our clients to embrace these new capabilities as competitive advantages.

We work collaboratively with top executives in financial institutions of all sizes, helping them create and realize the best solutions for the future of their business. Each project is unique, so youll need to excel in ambiguous situations and confidently navigate ever-changing circumstances. Were looking for self-starters who can translate complex information into simple terms, manage teams, and deliver long-term solutions with confidence. On this team, youll have the unique opportunity to imagine the future and create it, crafting ideas and implementing them for our clients.

This job posting does not relate to an existing vacancy within our organization, however we welcome applications on a continuing basis.

Your key responsibilities:

Lead the development and execution of automated test scripts using tools like Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, and Rest Assured

Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Azure DevOps

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (BAs, Manual Testers, Developers) in an Agile SDLC environment

Manage QA efforts for complex systems, ensuring regulatory compliance in data workflows

Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, promoting best practices in QA

Coordinate activities between onshore and offshore teams to ensure consistent delivery and communication

Support performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and help manage resource allocation

Contribute to technical proposals and client presentations to support new business opportunities

Collaborate with stakeholders to align QA strategies with customer and business objectives

Leverage cloud-based testing strategies for AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environments

Drive efficient defect lifecycle management using tools like JIRA, ALM, or TestRail

Skills and attributes for success:

Comprehensive understanding of SDLC and STLC methodologies and deliverables

Proficiency in test automation tools like Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Rest Assured, etc.

Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills

Consulting mindset with the ability to translate complex requirements into effective test strategies

Experience working with client stakeholders and managing distributed teams