Automation SDET Python Lead

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Role Summary

The Quality Engineering Platform withinDTS (Digital Technology Services)enables engineering teams across Sun Life by providing robust scalable automation frameworks used globally.We are seeking a Senior SoftwareDevelopment Engineer in Test(SDET) to act as theAutomation Framework SDET PyETLLeadforour Python-basedtestautomation framework.

This role focuses primarily on enhancing modernizing and supportingPyETLensuring itremainsa reliable scalable and efficient automation capability for global testing include growingyourexpertiseinour other Automation Frameworks andcontributing to DevOps-aligned initiatives such as CI/CD integrationand collaboration with theQE -DevOps Engineering squad.

Ifyourepassionate about automation frameworks love building tools that accelerateengineering teams and enjoy solving complex challengeswedlove to hear from you.

What will you do

• Own the design development and modernization of thePython baseddata/ETL testing automationframework(PyETL) ensuring stability performance and feature readiness for global consumers.

• Reduce dependency on thirdparty tools (e.g. Tosca DI) by expandingPyETLcapabilities.

• Enhance framework architecture improve reusability and support evolving test automation needs across multiple business domains.

• Provide technical leadership coaching and governance forPyETLusage across globally distributed teams.

• Ensure highquality documentation onboarding support andenablementmaterials.

• IntegratePyETLcapabilities into CI/CD pipelines; collaborate with DevOps teams to streamline andoptimizeautomation workflows.

• Troubleshoot complex automation framework issues and leadrootcause analysis.

• Partner with QELeadsQuality Engineers andDevOps Engineering to drive crossplatform automation improvements.

• Evaluate emerging technologies tools and practices to continuously improve framework scalability and reliability.

What do you need to succeed

• 5 years of progressive experience in Software Engineering or Quality Engineering

• 3 years experience in Python including building frameworks libraries (PandasNumPy) and automation tooling.

• Solid understanding of ETL processes data validation and test automation patterns.

• Experience integrating automation frameworks with CI/CD systems (e.g. Jenkins GitHub Actions GitLab or Azure DevOps).

• Handson experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g. Tosca SeleniumReadyAPI Cucumber or API automation tools).

• Strong understanding of DevOps concepts version control (Git/Bitbucket) and build/deploy automation.

• Excellent problemsolving skills and ability to independently drive complex technical initiatives.

• Strong communicationand collaboration skills with the ability to work across global teams.

What will be nice to have

• Experience modernizing legacy frameworks or migrating capabilities from commercial tools

• Knowledge of distributed systems data pipelines or cloud environments (AWS/Azure)

• Experience with containerization (Docker) or orchestration tools

• Familiarity with Quality Engineering platform capabilities and automation strategy

• Exposure to building and implementing AI capabilities in frameworks and AI best practices for personal productivity.

Whats in it for you

• Ownership of a globally consumed automation framework

• Exposure to enterprisescale Quality Engineering transformation

• Opportunity tohelp shapethe future state of automation tooling across Sun Life

• Collaboration with DevOps QE Leads and platform engineering teamsglobally

• We are proud to be on the 2025 Best Workplaces in Canada list by Great Place to Work.

• Great Place to Work Certified for Most Trusted Executive Team in Canada -and 2023

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other addition to Base Pay eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

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We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business our Clients and you! Several work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing screening interview scheduling.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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