Schedule and approve the release of projects into the UAT environment; execute complex test plans and supervise the execution of testing, co-ordinating resources, people and environments on a daily basis to meet the specific requirements for a project; manage multiple stakeholders with conflicting time and needs requirements; co-ordinate code delivery with external service providers
As Senior QA Specialist, you will play a crucial role in the Dynamics 2013 / 2016 Upgrade project . You will work closely with cross-functional teams, I and amp;IT professionals, and leadership to enable this initiative.
Responsibilities :
Provides advice on the testing strategy, test plans, the selection of testing tools, and the identification of resources required for testing
Plans and organizes testing efforts in Graphical User Interface (GUI) and non-Graphical User Interface (GUI) environments, including the execution of systems integration tests, specialized tests, and user acceptance testing (e.g., stress tests) T
The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for the development of test plans, test scripts and test cases and executing these against the various components. The tester will work with project team members in the analysis, design, development, implementation and ongoing support of the required systems
Evaluation Criteria
Quality Assurance Skills : 50%
Experience in planning, organizing and implementing testing efforts at the specified experience level
Experience executing functional tests, non-functional tests and systems level integration tests
Experience supporting user acceptance testing and participating in UAT activities
Experience with quality assurance principles, practices, tools and structured methodologies
Experience creating testing strategy documentation, test plans, test cases and test data for various types and phases of testing, including technical and business functional validation
Experience in quality assurance and testing, including unit testing, integration testing, load testing, performance testing, etc.
Desirable Technical Skills : 15%
Knowledge of structured methodologies for the development, design, implementation and maintenance of applications
Knowledge and experience in the use of automated testing tools
Knowledge and experience in the use of automated test tools and version control systems on one or more platforms
Knowledge and experience in at least one programming language – experience with MS Dynamics a plus
Experience coding automated test scripts to produce sets of automated test cases
Communications and Analytical Skills : 20%
Knowledge and experience in all phases of the Systems Development Life Cycle
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills; organizational, creativity and perseverance skills; verbal and written communication skills; and interpersonal skills
A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines
Experience planning and organizing testing efforts for both large and small systems
Knowledge of Standards : 15%
Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices.
Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards