QA Automation Engineer

Epiphan Video is looking for a QA Automation Engineer to strengthen our QA team and help deliver reliable, high-quality video streaming and recording solutions.

In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain automated test suites for Epiphan Pearl devices and the Multimedia Platform, primarily using Python, Pytest, and Playwright - while also supporting our UI component tests in Type Script. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality video streaming and encoding solutions.

Note: This position is based in Ottawa, ON, with a hybrid work format available. Employees are expected to work from the office at least 3 (three) days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business needs.

Epiphan Video empowers creators and businesses around the world to produce broadcast-quality content with intuitive, innovative and trusted hardware and cloud services. Epiphan solutions see use in numerous verticals, including education, live event production, corporate, government, and legal.

• Develop and maintain API and end-to-end automated tests using Python, Pytest, and Playwright
• Create, expand, and maintain existing Playwright component tests for our frontend applications using Type Script
• Design and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases covering functionality, usability, and performance
• Identify, document, and track defects using bug-tracking tools; verify fixes through retesting
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and business analysts to translate requirements into thorough test coverage
• Perform regression testing to ensure new changes do not introduce defects
• Conduct quality validation for Epiphan's video streaming and encoding software

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in QA automation
• 5+ years of experience in manual testing
• Proficiency in Python, Pytest, and Playwright
• Working experience with Type Script
• Strong Bash scripting knowledge
• Proven experience building and maintaining end-to-end UI tests
• Solid understanding of software testing principles and methodologies
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tooling
• Familiarity with code quality practices (code reviews, static analysis, linting)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Knowledge of FFmpeg
• Familiarity with video encoding and decoding techniques
• Experience with test reporting frameworks such as Report Portal or Allure
• Embedded systems or firmware testing experience

• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits
• Friendly and Fun Work Environment
• A Culture of Innovation, Prosperity, and Collaboration
• Access to Cutting-Edge Technology
• Opportunities for Professional Growth
• Flexible Work Arrangements, including Hybrid Options

The hiring range for this position is $90,000-$110,000 annually, based on a 40-hour work week. Compensation within this range will be determined based on job-related skills, relevant experience, education, and training.

A career at Epiphan puts you at the forefront of AV innovation. We value ingenuity and seek ideas from every corner. Employees have room to experiment and take chances on never-before-seen solutions and workflows - because that’s how innovation happens.

When you join Epiphan, you become part of a tight-knit team of high-performing professionals. We collaborate within and across our departments daily, combining diverse skill sets and perspectives to achieve our goals.

Our people take precedence. We maintain an inclusive and open culture where respect and empathy take the lead and everyone has a voice. We set work aside for fun-filled social activities, offer competitive salaries and benefits, and insist on a healthy work/life balance for employees.

We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Epiphan Video is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and treated fairly, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace by ensuring a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application process, please let us know.

As part of our commitment to a fair and transparent hiring process, Epiphan Video follows a structured approach to recruitment. To promote consistency and objectivity, all applications are carefully reviewed by qualified members of our team. We do not use AI tools in our hiring process. All resumes, interviews, and candidate evaluations are conducted and assessed by our hiring team. Hiring…