Senior Software Developer in Test

Come join our passionate team! Barracuda is a leading cybersecurity company providing complete protection against complex threats. Our platform protects email, data, applications, and networks with innovative solutions, and a managed XDR service, to strengthen cyber resilience. Hundreds of thousands of IT professionals and managed service providers worldwide trust us to protect and support them with solutions that are easy to buy, deploy, and use. 

We are committed to a candidate selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. To ensure candidates are assessed in a fair and equitable manner, accommodations will be provided to prospective employees in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.   

Envision Yourself at Barracuda:

We are seeking a passionate and hardworking Senior Software Developer in Test to join our cross-functional Agile team. You will work on innovative cloud security products that protect our customers' sensitive information, partnering closely with Product and Development teams to implement critical quality standards. You will help drive AI-assisted testing strategies and leverage modern automation tools to accelerate delivery of reliable, high-quality software.

Tech Stack:

• Languages: JavaScript (TypeScript) / Python / Java / Kotlin

• Cloud: AWS (EC2, ALB, Lambda, API Gateway, S3)

• Frameworks: React, Django, Maven, Gradle

• CI/CD: GitHub, GitHub Actions, CircleCI

• Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Cassandra, DynamoDB, Elasticsearch

• Infrastructure: Docker, Kubernetes/EKS, ECS

• Testing Frameworks: Mabl, Playwright

• AI-Powered Dev & QA Tools: GitHub Copilot, Copilot for Azure, Mabl AI, Testim, Applitools, ChatGPT/Claude for test generation

Nice to haves:

• Familiarity with Email/auth protocols: SMTP, POP, IMAP, LDAP

• Microsoft 365 / Azure Active Directory / MS Graph API

• Security domain knowledge

• Non-functional automation tools (load testing: k6, Gatling, JMeter)

• Perl experience

• Familiarity with AI testing platforms (e.g., Functionize, Sauce Labs AI, LambdaTest AI)

What you will be working on:  

• Build manual and automated test plans from business requirements

• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test suites covering functional and non-functional use cases

• Leverage AI coding assistants (GitHub Copilot) to accelerate test script authoring and code review

• Use AI-driven testing tools (Mabl AI, Testim) to auto-heal flaky tests and generate intelligent test coverage

• Integrate LLMs or AI APIs for test data generation, log analysis, and root cause summarization

• Collaborate with engineers, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality software releases

• Define timelines, work breakdowns, and manage the QA CI/CD pipeline

• Write code snippets and validate API endpoints

• Mentor junior team members and lead QA environment troubleshooting

• Identify, document, and drive resolution of defects in close coordination with development teams

What you bring to the role:  

• 5+ years of experience in software development, testing, and automation

• Coding, design and analytical skills

• Experience in a full project testing life cycle including test case creation, script development, manual and automated testing

• Automation skills and experience using tools including Mabl and Playwright,

• Strong experience in Agile development methodologies and utilizing technologies such as GIT, GitHub Actions for Continuous Integration, and Continuous Delivery.

• Experience in Relational and non-relational databases (SQL and Non-SQL)

• Strong programming skills in languages such as TypeScript/Python

• Common testing practices in a highly agile project environment

• Experience with AWS including knowledge of cloud infrastructure and services

• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate clearly in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Guide junior SDETs to succeed in their journey.

• Experience in manual testing & performance testing, analyzing test logs, creating test reports and keeping the manager updated on the progress on a regular basis.

• Experience with perl, Docker, and Kubernetes is a plus.

What you’ll get from us:

A team where you can voice your opinion, make an impact, and where you and your experience are valued. Internal mobility – there are opportunities for cross training and the ability to attain your next career step within Barracuda, in addition to equity, in the form of non-qualifying options.

The anticipated on-target earnings range for this role is CAD 106,000 to CAD 140,000. Actual compensation offered will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, and qualifications as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, the budget for the position, and applicable employment laws.

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