Software QA Tech Lead

Location: Vancouver, BC — Hybrid (3 days on site)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced QA Engineer to join our Vancouver-based team as a QA Technical Lead. This hybrid role combines team collaboration in the office with remote work flexibility. You will drive the overall test strategy, standards and infrastructure for a proprietary data warehouse that underpins our data security platform.

Essential Functions

• Partner with the Product Development Tech Lead to understand the data warehouse product, current testing methodology, and test coverage.
• Partner with the QA team responsible for system-level testing.
• Define the overall test strategy and QA roadmap for the proprietary data warehouse.
• Leverage AI tools to analyze current test coverage and mitigate gaps.
• Define tools, frameworks, and test infrastructure following industry best practices.
• Design and execute a plan for automated performance testing at scale.
• Define QA workflows, triage and monitoring processes across the development team.
• Collaborate daily with QA members and developers; provide ideas, feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Design and lead the team's overall automation strategy and implementation.

Minimum Requirements

• B.Sc./M.Sc. in Computer Science or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in Quality Assurance.
• Experience with automated testing.
• Experience with Linux operating systems.
• Experience with scripting languages (preferably Bash and Python).
• Strong understanding of QA methodologies, validation and verification processes.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., GitHub/GitLab Actions, Jenkins).
• Proven experience developing, deploying and optimizing testing infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Knowledge of NoSQL database internals and/or data warehouses.
• Familiarity with containerization tools (e.g., Docker).
• Exposure to cloud-based systems (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Experience leading or participating in calls with external customers.
• Strong problem-solving skills in analyzing issues and driving resolutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Experience using AI-driven tools to analyze test coverage and generate test cases.

Compensation

The anticipated total compensation range for this role is 117,315.32 - 156,524.57 - 196,448.24 CAD annually. The company reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range and to offer additional benefits and compensation depending on circumstances.

Benefits

• Company-paid extended health, dental, HSA, life, AD&D, short-term disability, cancer care program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and well-being program.
• Retirement savings plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with company contribution and DCPP match, no vesting period.
• Company-paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, critical illness, long-term disability.
• Employee discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

Why Join Us?

Work with a team building identity management and data protection solutions that bring trust to digital interactions across industries.

Accessibility and Equal Opportunity

Thales is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusivity. The company is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for interview who require accommodation are asked to advise upon invitation; accommodation information will be treated confidentially and used only to provide an accessible candidate experience.