Venture outside the ordinary - TMX Careers
The TMX group of companies includes leading global exchanges such as the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange, and numerous innovative organizations enhancing capital markets. United as a global team, we’re connecting cross-functionally, traversing industries and geographies, moving opportunity into action, advancing global economic growth, and propelling progress. Through a rich exchange of ideas, meaningful collaboration, and a nimble operating model, we’re powering some of the nation’s most critical systems, fueling capital formation and innovation, bringing increased opportunity to business visionaries, product ingenuity to consumers, and career exploration to our team.
Ready to be part of the action?
TMX Markets consist of the Derivatives and Equities Trading businesses of the TMX Group.The TMX Markets Insights squad is a collaborative team with a mandate to unlock the power of data generated by our exchange assets to empower internal Sales, Product, and Operations teams across TMX Group’s trading venues. The team provides automation, reporting and Business Intelligence for our stakeholders.
Sitting uniquely at the intersection of business and technology, we work directly with stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver data-driven solutions that drive efficiency, automation, business intelligence, and informed decision-making. We operate on a modern cloud-native technology stack, backed by a sophisticated and experienced technology organization encompassing Cloud, Data, and DevOps expertise.
As a Software QA Analyst/Developer within the TMX Markets Insights Squad, you will take ownership of the testing and validation functions for the team. You will be responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of our scripts/applications by testing new features, preventing regression, and validating that all changes meet requirements defined in the story.
Beyond the day-to-day, you’ll have the unique opportunity to leverage your analytical skills and technical curiosity to shape our testing practices, identify key areas for automation, and become the software testing subject matter expert for our team.
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects, work with cutting-edge technologies, and collaborate closely with a variety of stakeholders across our organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Story Completion Validation: Collaborate with the product owner and developers to fully understand user story acceptance criteria and confirm that all changes meet the expected outcomes.
• Testing Strategy and Best Practices: Define and implement our overall testing methodology and quality assurance standards.
• Defect Management: Identify, document, and track software bugs and defects, working closely with the development team to ensure timely resolution.
• Mentorship and Guidance: Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and mentorship to other team members on testing best practices and test automation.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in the testing domain to identify opportunities for improvement.

Must haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 4+ years of experience in a Software Development or QA role
• Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes
• Experience with test automation design and scripting skills
• Experience with Tools such as JIRA, TestRail
• Hands-on experience working with cloud technology stacks (preferably AWS), containerization technologies (Kubernetes), and big data tooling (such as EMR, Presto, Snowflake).
• Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal) with strong interpersonal, analytical, and research abilities.
• Proactive, adaptable, and capable of working effectively both independently and as a collaborative member of a team.

Nice to haves:

• Prior experience testing/working with Data pipelines, data integrity and BI reports
• Prior experience in Capital Markets and/or Financial Services
• Experience working within an Agile development environment.

Note:

• This is a hybrid role requiring 2-3 days per week in our downtown Toronto office.

In the market for…
Excitement - Explore emerging technology and innovation, as well as ventures and digital finance that shape the future of global markets! Experience the movement of the market while grounded in the stability of close to 200 years of success.
Connection - With site hubs in some of the world’s most multicultural cities, we leverage our size and structure to create rich connections and belonging while experiencing powerful global impact through our work.
Impact - More than a platform, we use our talents to power mission-critical systems that drive global economic advancement, innovation, and growth. As well, our employee-led Team Impact spreads social good via our giving strategy.
Wellness - From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger “we”. Plus, with a cloud-first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time-off and leaves, we support a life well lived!
Growth - From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action-takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth.
Ready to enrich your career with impactful work, leaders who truly care, and the flexibility and programs to help you thrive as part of #TeamTMX ? Apply now.
Please note that our company is not currently sponsoring work permit applications and the applicant must be authorized to work in the country where this position is located.
TMX is committed to creating and sustaining a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who require it

• Story Completion Validation: Collaborate with the product owner and developers to fully understand user story acceptance criteria and confirm that all changes meet the expected outcomes.
• Testing Strategy and Best Practices: Define and implement our overall testing methodology and quality assurance standards.
• Defect Management: Identify, document, and track software bugs and defects, working closely with the development team to ensure timely resolution.
• Mentorship and Guidance: Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and mentorship to other team members on testing best practices and test automation.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in the testing domain to identify opportunities for improvement