RQ08561 - Systems Testing/QA Specialist - Senior

RQ08561 - Systems Testing/QA Specialist - Senior

Job Openings RQ08561 - Systems Testing/QA Specialist - Senior

About the job RQ08561 - Systems Testing/QA Specialist - Senior

Description

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 for large systems 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)

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 the testing lead and IT lead of each project as well as the project team members in the analysis, design, development, implementation and ongoing support of the required systems

General Skills:

Experience in planning, organizing and implementing testing efforts at the specified experience level

Knowledge of structured methodologies for the development, design, implementation and maintenance of applications

Knowledge and experience in the use of Computer Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tools and data query tools to aid in the development of test cases

Knowledge and experience in the use of automated test tools and version control systems on one or more platforms

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.

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

Knowledge of one or more automated testing tools

Knowledge and experience in at least one programming language

Experience in the use of information retrieval packages

Knowledge and understanding of testing methods in an object-oriented environment

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

Experience planning and organizing testing efforts for both large and small systems

Experience coding automated test scripts to produce sets of automated test cases

Experience testing Commercial Off-the Shelf Applications (COTS)

SkillsExperience and Skill Set Requirements

Please note this role is part of a Hybrid Work Arrangement and resource(s) will be required to work at a minimum of 2-3 days per week at 5700 Yonge St. at discretion of HM.

Selection Criteria

#1 - Percentage: 50%

• Knowledge of Jira
• Knowledge of the Agile methodology
• Hands-on experience in SQL Server database scripting
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in the areas of Software Development, Quality Assurance & Testing including automation using JIRA
• Experience in creating and implementing strategies on designing, maintaining and executing manual test cases for GUI, functional, API, and end-to-end tests
• Experience Analyzing, developing, debugging, executing complex regression test cases for integrated applications.
• Work with Technical Developers to clarify testing requirements

#2 - Percentage: 30%

• A demonstrated ability to work with tight deadlines
• A quick learner and capable of adapting to constantly changing project landscapes
• Experience with mobile device testing
• Good understanding of the System Development Process
• Prior experience in systems environment as a tester
• Test planning experience
• The ability to work with minimal supervision
• Strong analytical, organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to work across teams and be proactive
• Willing to provide support outside of regular work hours if needed to meet high profile project timelines.

#3 - Percentage: 20%

• Expertise to influence testing strategy and guiding test automation
• Provide mentorship and perform knowledge transfer to other peer team members
• Ability to provide user and system documentation as required

Max Number of Submissions - 1 (One)

Please note this role is part of a Hybrid Work Arrangement and resource(s) will be required to work at a minimum of 2-3 day per week at 5700 Yonge St.

Note- Please make sure candidates are available for the interview sessions

Must haves:

• Experience in the areas of Software Development, Quality Assurance & Testing including automation using JIRA
• Experience in creating and implementing strategies on designing, maintaining and executing manual test cases for GUI, functional, API, and end-to-end tests

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