Software QA Lead - HandyDART

MatchBox is urgently seeking a Software QA Lead for a 6-month contract opportunity (high probability of renewal), This is a hybrid role with our New Westminster, BC based public sector client. 2 days on site and 3 days remote

About the Role

Our client is replacing its core cloud-based SaaS operating platform, used for trip booking, scheduling, and dispatching. The QA Lead will report to the Senior Project Manager and work with the client’s QA Manager to ensure quality standards, quality gates, and sign-off recommendations are met.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the test strategy and plan, quality gates (SIT, migration dry-run, cutover go/no-go, hypercare exit), defect management process, and readiness thresholds
• Review and validate vendor test evidence and deliverables, and independently verify vendor claims through targeted, high-risk checks
• Develop and manage SIT strategy and execution across systems, interfaces, and stakeholders
• Plan and support UAT, facilitate defect triage, assess readiness, and obtain formal business sign-off
• Maintain the migration readiness checklist and provide QA oversight during cutover and hypercare
• Design, execute, and maintain test cases, and identify automation opportunities
• Manage test effort, results, defects, and the risk register
• Provide regular status reports and attend daily standups and project meetings
• Coordinate with the client’s cybersecurity and privacy teams on required evidence

Deliverables

• QA, SIT, and UAT strategies, test plans, and execution reports
• Requirements-to-test traceability matrix
• Defect reports, quality metrics, and dashboards
• Risk assessments
• Go-live readiness assessment and QA sign-off report
• Knowledge transfer and project close-out documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent
• 7+ years of software QA and testing experience, including 3+ years as a QA Lead, Test Lead, or QA Architect
• Experience leading QA on large-scale enterprise application implementations (ERP, HCM, payroll, workforce management, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, SDLC, and Agile, hybrid, and Waterfall delivery
• Experience coordinating SIT, UAT, and end-to-end testing across business and technical teams
• Experience reviewing and governing vendor-delivered testing
• Familiarity with test management tools (JIRA, Azure DevOps, HP ALM, qTest, or similar) and test automation tools

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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