Job Title: QA Automation Engineer, Networking
Location: Greater Toronto Area, ON, Hybrid, 2–3 days on-site
Job Type: Contract, until December 2026, possibility of extension; 8 hours per day
Estimated Compensation: $70–$85/hour inc

About the Opportunity
Join a product team building resilient industrial networking solutions for real-world environments. You will help ensure IP routers, Ethernet switches, and control applications perform flawlessly at scale.
This role sits within a growing technology organization in the industrial and manufacturing ecosystem. You will partner with development, product, and systems teams to validate features, strengthen reliability, and accelerate releases.

What’s in it for You
Work within a collaborative culture that values pragmatic problem solving, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement. Gain exposure to complex network scenarios, automated test frameworks, and modern tooling that will expand your technical depth.

Your Responsibilities

• You will develop software test automation scripts to interact with routers and switches using Perl, C++, Java, or similar.

• In this role, you will perform functional, stress, performance, and interoperability testing across IP routers, Ethernet switches, control apps, and network management systems.

• You will develop and execute comprehensive test plans for products and new features.

• You will define requirements for internal test automation tools and lead functional reviews.

• You will review product requirements and feature specs, representing QA on a cross functional team.

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years in a product development environment, preferably in industrial communications.

• Hands-on configuration of routers, switches, and firewalls, plus Linux exposure.

• Strong knowledge of L2, RSTP, VLAN, Ethernet, and L3, OSPF, RIP, SNMP, QoS, tunneling.

• Familiarity with security protocols, IPsec VPN, firewall fundamentals, and TCP/IP.

• Programming in Perl, C++, Java, or similar, software development experience is an asset.

• Team oriented with clear, concise communication.

Why Partner with Altis
“If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, don’t worry, we make it easy. You’ll still engage directly with the client while we handle the logistics, provide guidance, and keep you informed every step of the way. We’ll represent your strengths, guide you through each stage of the process, and ensure the experience feels personal and transparent.”

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.