
QA Engineer
Staples Canada • Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Role & seniority: QA Engineer (mid-level), hands-on testing and scripting focus; expect 2+ years in QA Automation.
Stack/tools: Playwright for automation; Xray (JIRA) for test cases; Git for version control; SQL for data retrieval; CI/CD/DevOps tools; Agile tooling and JIRA.
Top 3 responsibilities
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Design, develop, and maintain automated Playwright test scripts; execute manual and automated tests across core e-commerce flows.
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Collaborate with developers, QA leads, and product owners to translate stories into test cases; analyze results and report defects in JIRA; drive timely fixes.
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Support test automation framework improvements, expand coverage, participate in sprint/regression cycles, and perform post-deployment checks.
Must-have skills
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2+ years in QA Automation; strong scripting and automation mindset.
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Experience with Playwright; proficiency with test planning, and writing/executing test plans.
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SQL knowledge; ability to query/manipulate data; familiarity with CI/CD and DevOps tools.
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Experience testing Web and Client/Server apps; ability to prioritize testing and ensure quality before release.
Nice-to-haves
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Experience with e-commerce flows (product setup, cart, checkout, refunds, account).
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Familiarity with exploratory, scenario-based, usability, regression, and automated testing; performance or destructive testing.
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Comfortable working in Agile ceremonies and cross-functional teams.
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Location & work type: Canada-based role
Full Description
Job Description
Some of what you will do
The Staples technology team is seeking for a hands-on QA Engineer with proven testing and coding/scripting expertise combined with exceptional communication skills to join our team. We want an individual who will challenge the norm, strive to create the best experience’s and someone who always puts the customer first.
In this role, you will help form and drive our overall test automation strategy, and you will be working alongside like-minded developers and QA Analyst as well.
Specifically, You Will
Collaborate with developers, QA leads, and product owners to understand story requirements and test objectives. Review user stories and acceptance criteria to design detailed test cases in Xray (JIRA). Execute manual and automated tests across core e-commerce flows (product setup, cart, checkout, refunds, and My Account). Develop, maintain, and enhance Playwright-based automated test scripts as part of sprint and regression cycles. Support the continuous improvement of the QA automation framework by adding new test coverage and refining existing scripts. Analyze test results, identify and report defects in JIRA, and collaborate with developers to ensure timely fixes. Participate in Agile ceremonies — sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives. Run post-deployment checks and validate production releases to confirm functionality and performance. Manage testing documentation, data setup, and execution planning to ensure broad functional test coverage. Work independently within a scrum team, ensuring all deliverables meet quality expectations before release. Collaborate with other QA engineers to share knowledge, resolve blockers, and continuously improve QA processes. Use Git for managing automation scripts, code reviews, and version control. Ensure all test cases, scenarios, and automation code are clearly documented and easily executable by others on the team.
Some Of What You Need
Post-secondary education in computer science or related area Direct experience with test automation tools Ability to script and increase usage of automation to reduce testing lead times In depth experience in writing and executing test plans Understanding of database design and ability to use SQL for data retrieval and manipulation Ability to prioritize a testing matrix. Knowing where to focus to get the best return of tester's time Deep knowledge of different testing methods and a willingness to adapt to current needs: exploratory testing, scenario based testing, usability testing, regression testing, destructive testing, automated testing, smoke testing 2+ years of experience with QA Automation tools 2+ year of experience with CI/CD pipeline and DevOps tools 2+ years of experience in testing Web and Client/Server applications
Some Of What You Will Get
Associate discount Health and Dental benefits RRSP/DPSP Performance bonuses Learning & Development programs And more...
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About Us
Staples Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities.
About The Team
About the Team
At Staples Canada we are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live. As The Working and Learning Company, we inspire people to work smarter, learn more and grow every day. We’re looking for curious, approachable, and passionate individuals who love finding solutions. If that’s you, let’s work, learn, and grow together.
We are building an inclusive and diverse team
Staples Canada is continuously working towards creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.