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Rakuten Kobo Inc. is looking for a QA Automation Co-op to join our Applications team! The team is comprised of many highly talented enthusiastic individuals who ensure the services and offerings from Kobo are available to both internal and external customers.
Reporting to the QA Lead, the QA Automation Co-op will work on automating our iOS and Android applications. As a valued member of the team, you will have the opportunity to learn about the Agile delivery process and work with our Design and Product teams.
Passionate about software quality.
Able to work effectively as a member of a self-organizing team with minimal supervision.
A proactive and creative problem solver who can multitask and manage tight deadlines.
Has excellent oral and written communication skills.
Responsibilities Include:
Collaborating with engineering team to design and develop automation solutions.
Help drive mobile application reliability through manual testing and increased automation coverage.
Establish processes for maintaining automation suites, documentation, and reports.
Communicate issues and technical concerns effectively.
Experience in JavaScript, or other Object-Oriented language.
Experience in scripting languages.
Has a fundamental understanding of how mobile apps are designed/architected.
Experience developing and executing test cases.
Experience in iOS and Android Applications testing.
Ability to investigate the root cause of problems and report findings in a clear and concise manner.
Experience in using automation tools:
Testing frameworks & libraries (Jest, Mocha, Jasmine, webdriver).
Automation tools (Detox, Appium, Selenium).
Experience with XCode.
Strong programming skills.
Owned by Tokyo-based Rakuten and headquartered in Toronto, Rakuten Kobo Inc. is one of the most advanced global ecommerce companies, with the world’s most innovative eReading services offering more than 7+ million eBooks and audiobooks to 30+ million customers in 190 countries. Kobo delivers the best digital reading experience through creative innovation, award-winning eReaders, and top-ranking mobile apps.
Kobo is a part of the Rakuten group of companies.
Accommodations and Accessibility
Rakuten Kobo Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations for candidates with disabilities participating in the selection process are available on request. Any information received related to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially. Please reach out to our Employee Experience team via the email below if you require any accommodations.
If you have any questions about this role or other opportunities, please reach out to Andrew McNabb, Early Careers Recruiter at [email protected].
If you want to learn more about Rakuten Kobo, you can find additional information on our internship and co-op opportunities hereand learn what it is like working at Rakuten-Kobohere. Please feel free to explore ourGlassdoor and LinkedIn profiles as well to learn more about our organization.
Rakuten Kobo would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this role. Please note however that only candidates who are shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. Please feel free to reach out if you wish for an update after applying.
