Quality and Automation Lead, Shakepay
+Stock Options
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Platform to buy and earn Bitcoin
Job no longer available
Platform to buy and earn Bitcoin
101-200 employees
Job no longer available
+Stock Options
More information about location
101-200 employees
Company mission
To usher in the Bitcoin Golden Age.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, related field, or equivalent industry experience
- 8+ years of experience in software development and testing, with a strong focus on integrating test automation frameworks and tools like Playwright or Cypress
- Demonstrated experience using languages like Python, Java, or TypeScript
- Extensive experience working with CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), and containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
- Deep understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and processes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
- On Call may be required
Desirable
- Experience with GitHub for version control and leveraging GitHub Actions for CI/CD
- Familiarity with Maestro for test automation and mobile testing
- Previous experience in a startup or fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of effective test case design and development
- Enthusiasm for financial technology and innovation
What the job involves
- Technical Strategy: Define the vision and strategy for testing and developer enablement within the team
- Advocate for Quality: Champion best practices in code quality, testing, and maintainability and drive their adoption across the engineering organisation. Define and implement quality standards, templates in GitHub pull requests, and ensure comprehensive definitions of done in Linear tickets
- Collaboration: Work closely with product, design, and other engineering teams to ensure that our tools and frameworks meet the evolving needs of our Engineers
- Tool & Framework Development: Architect, design, and implement automated testing frameworks and tools from scratch
- Mentorship: Guide, coach, and mentor team members and foster an innovative and collaborative environment
- Continuous Improvement: Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends. Regularly refine our approach to stay ahead of the curve
- Hands-on Testing: Be prepared to roll up your sleeves and dive into the code, demonstrating best practices firsthand
Our take
Shakepay is a major platform in Canada for buying and trading Bitcoin, boasting a user base exceeding 1M amid the ongoing surge in cryptocurrency adoption.
In navigating the dynamic digital economy, Shakeypay must balance agility with maintaining trust among both seasoned crypto users and newcomers. The company's strategic decision to focus on Bitcoin and Ethereum, complemented by initiatives like the Shakepay rewards card, reflects its commitment to simplicity and accessibility in a complex market landscape.
Shakepay is focused on enhancing its user-friendly cryptocurrency interface to sustain growth. Recent engagement with regulators highlights its commitment to safe digital asset transactions. Following a data breach, Shakepay swiftly implemented security measures and offers free credit monitoring, reinforcing its dedication to customer data security. As it innovates and expands, Shakepay remains dedicated to advancing Bitcoin and cryptocurrency adoption.
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Insights
-25% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (2 rounds)
Jan 2022
$31.7m
SERIES A
Feb 2018
$0.8m
SEED
Total funding: $32.5m
Company benefits
- Equity benefits: We believe everyone at Shakepay should benefit from building a generational company, so every shaker owns stock options
- Get paid in bitcoin: You can choose to take a percentage of your salary in bitcoin. Whether you opt for some or none, the choice to be paid in the hardest, soundest money the world has ever known is yours
- Remote friendly: With a flexible schedule, you can work on your own time, from home or anywhere. And if you're close by, you’re welcome to work in our Montreal or Toronto offices whenever you want. Being a remote-first company is awesome, but there’s value in spending time with your teammates and deepening these bonds. So, each shaker is entitled to 15 days of travel and accommodation to any Canadian city each year, covered by Shakepay
- Generous vacation: Time off is essential, and we highly encourage it. We trust you to take as much as you need, when you need it. Every team member is expected to take at least 20 days of vacation each year. To help make sure you do, after taking 20 days, shakers receive a $1,000 bonus to put towards their next vacation
- Insurance coverage: We offer health, dental, paramedical, disability, life, and travel coverage so you're always at your best. On top of our insurance coverage, all shakers also get access to a health and wellness spending account
- Personal development: It's a marathon, not a sprint. We're here to help you define and hit your personal career goals so that you can get where you want to be. To support our team, every shaker gets a $2,000 yearly budget to spend on learning and development
- Working from home: Working from home should be comfortable. Every shaker gets $1,200 to spruce up their home office and a monthly stipend for home and internet expenses
- Self-sovereignty: The path to self-sovereignty means being in full control of your coins. We offer a budget for shakers to get a self-hosted wallet and to build a self-hosted node
Company HQ
Golden Square Mile, Montreal, QC
Leadership
Jean Amiouny
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously worked as a Business Analyst at Booz & Company, before moving on to co-found White Payments - which was subsequently acquired by Payfort.
Roy Breidi
(Co-Founder & CTO)Prior to co-founding Shakepay in 2016, Roy was a Technology Associate at Morgan Stanley. He graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering.
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