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Principal Automation Engineer Engineering

Job in Toronto, Ontario, C6A, Canada
Listing for: Dept
Seasonal/Temporary, Contract position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Quality Assurance - QA/QC
    Quality Engineering, Data Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Principal Automation Engineer, Fixed-Term - Engineering - Toronto
We are pioneers t this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world.

This is a 3 month fixed term salaried contract, located in Ontario Canada. Preferably in Toronto.

The Role
What You’ll Do

Lead the design and implementation of test strategies and plans.

Develop, execute, and maintain automated test frameworks.

Mentor and guide QA engineers in best practices and methodologies.

Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure quality standards are met.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues.

Enhance and drive QA process improvements across projects.

What You Bring

4-8 years of experience in QA automation or similar roles.

Proficiency in automation tools such as Cypress, JMeter, and Postman,  particularly Cypress

Strong knowledge of Type Script, SQL/DB, and Jira.

Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities.

Superior problem-solving and communication skills.

Experience with task management in fast-paced environments.

Familiarity with AWS CI/CD processes and Dev Ops practices is a plus.

What Do We Offer?

10 paid sick days off, not pro rata

A flexible, hybrid working policy

Buddy Program:
You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks’ at DEPT®

A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.

Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together!

The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications.

Global annual DEPT® Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities.

Tons of Office perks in our Toronto office! Enjoy biweekly breakfasts and lunches, tons of free snacks, and of course team events on the regular!

We Support You Being You
DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s lived experience, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetic information. So tell us about any accommodations you need.

It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.

DEPT® participates in E‑Verify, meaning your Form I‑9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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