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Who We Are KEV builds missioncritical financial software for K12 schools across North America. Our platform provides realtime visibility and control over how funds are collected and managed, replacing fragmented workflows with secure, modern systems that schools rely on every day. Trusted by more than 27,000 K12 schools managing over $8B annually, KEV delivers missioncritical software for payments, accounting, and reporting, where reliability and security matter. Headquartered in Toronto with teams across North America, we are scaling quickly and investing deeply in cloudnative, datadriven technology. KEV is a place for people who care about building durable software at scale and doing work that has real impact in public education. We focus on solving hard problems, raising the bar on engineering craft, and building products that earn longterm trust from the communities we serve. About the Role At KEV, quality is not a downstream activity it''''s a core engineering responsibility. Our teams build and operate missioncritical SaaS platforms that process financial transactions for more than 27,000 K12 schools across North America. Reliability, correctness, and trust are nonnegotiable. We are hiring a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test to embed within our product engineering teams and help ensure quality is built into how software is designed, developed, tested, and released. In this role, you will write test automation, influence system design for testability, and partner closely with engineers to catch issues early and improve delivery confidence. This role is for an engineer who wants to spend most of their time writing code, building automation, and improving how teams deliver software. How You Will Contribute Embed quality early Partner with Product Managers and Engineers during planning and design to identify risks, clarify acceptance criteria, and influence implementation decisions that improve testability and reliability. Build automated test coverage Design, implement, and maintain automated tests across UI, API, and service layers using modern testing frameworks. Ensure tests are reliable, maintainable, and provide fast feedback in CI pipelines. Support shiftleft testing Promote and support shiftleft practices such as unit testing, integration testing, and contract testing to catch defects early and reduce downstream rework. Improve delivery confidence Contribute to release readiness by validating critical workflows, monitoring quality signals, and helping teams understand risk and tradeoffs throughout the development lifecycle. Strengthen CI/CD quality gates Partner with engineering teams to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, improving signal quality and reducing flaky tests that slow delivery. Production quality and learning Support postrelease analysis, investigate defects, and help teams identify root causes and preventive improvements that strengthen longterm reliability. Advocate for quality Act as a quality champion within your team, sharing best practices, improving standards, and helping raise the overall quality bar across the organization. Who You Are 4+ years of experience in a Quality Engineer, SDET, or software engineering role with a strong focus on test automation Bachelor''''s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience Solid programming experience in one or more languages commonly used for test automation (C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar) Handson experience building automated tests for web applications, APIs, and services Familiarity with modern testing frameworks and tools such as Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, or similar Experience working in Agile delivery environments with CI/CD pipelines Understanding of how to test distributed systems, APIs, and datadriven workflows Comfortable working with relational databases and validating data integrity using SQL Strong debugging and problemsolving skills, with the ability to diagnose issues across multiple layers of a system Clear communicator who works well with engineers, product partners, and nontechnical stakeholders Motivated by ownership, learning, and continuously improving how software is built and delivered What We Offer Competitive compensation We believe in rewarding great work with fair, competitive pay. Meaningful benefits Because your wellbeing matters; both at work and at home. Retirement Savings Support We help you plan for your future with companymatched programs, including RRSP matching in Canada and 401(k) contributions in the U.S. Professional development We invest in your growth with ongoing learning, stretch opportunities, and continuing education, including KEV Academy for onboarding and skillbuilding, plus KEV University, our online platform offering a wide range of courses. Hybrid model 3 days in the office to collaborate and connect, with flexibility the rest of the week. Flexible PTO Take the time you need to recharge with close to 4 weeks of vacation and a companywide holiday closure. Office perks Enjoy a fully stocked snack bar and occasional catered lunchesbecause we know that great conversations (and ideas) often start around good food. Why You''''ll Love Working at KEV Make a real difference every day At KEV, your work supports children, parents, and schools across North America. We don''''t just build software, we create solutions that simplify lives and strengthen communities. Our mission is rooted in impact, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of K12 education. The KEV Way At KEV, you''''ll never feel stuck in the status quo. You''''ll be part of a team that''''s constantly questioning, improving, and innovatingalways with one guiding focus: How does this help our schools and the students they serve? It''''s a culture that challenges you to do your best work while reminding you why it matters. Grow with us We''''re scaling fast, and so are our people. At KEV, you''''ll have real opportunities to learn, develop, and shape your career. Whether advancing in your role or exploring a new path, you''''ll be supported every step of the way. Work alongside excellence You''''ll be part of a team with integrity who treat their colleagues with respect, who are accomplished but humble, collaborative but accountable. It''''s a place where you can do your best work while feeling supported and inspired by the people around you. Celebrate Community and Culture At KEV, we connect, recognize, and celebrate our people. Join Club KEV for teambuilding fun, hear directly from customers in our Voice of Customer Series, stay aligned with Monthly Townhalls, and be inspired by the KEVite Awards, where top contributors are recognized by their peers. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required by an individual joining the KEV team in this or any other capacity. KEV Group is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with Human Resources or the hiring manager. KEV Group is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age. Visit our website for more information and details about working at KEV. #J-18808-Ljbffr