Software Test Specialist

Software Test Specialist
Location: Brossard QC (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days remote)
Job Type: Initial 3-month contract (High potential for extension or permanent hire)
Status: Salaried Consultant – Not open to incorporated consultants
Salary: $85/hour max, depending on experience.

1️⃣ Why This Role? (EVP)
Join a global leader in energy management and EV infrastructure innovation. This is more than a 3-month contract for a Software Test Specialist; it is an opportunity to prove your expertise within an elite team driving the global energy transition. We are looking for a long-term partner to grow within our client’s ecosystem.

2️⃣ Role Mission
As a Software Test Specialist, your success will be defined by your ability to ensure the robustness and excellence of embedded software and control systems. You will be the quality gatekeeper in an agile environment where technical innovation meets real-world impact.

Advantages
Work Environment & Culture
•Real Flexibility: Balanced hybrid model (Brossard or Lévis) favoring both collaboration and focus.
•Mission-Driven: Work on tangible products that contribute to a greener future.
•Growth-Oriented: A workplace that encourages continuous learning and professional development.
Compensation & Benefits Positioning
•Highly competitive hourly rate (Max bill rate $85/h based on experience).
•Direct path to permanent employment or contract extension.
•Exposure to world-class tech in the booming Green Tech and EV sectors.


Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
In this Software Test Specialist role, you will lead the following activities:
•Automation & Impact: Design and execute automated test suites to accelerate delivery cycles.
•Investigation & Root Cause Analysis: Troubleshoot issues found during automated testing and drive sustainable fixes.
•Load & Performance Testing: Use simulators to ensure system resilience under extreme conditions.
•Tooling Innovation: Evaluate and maintain testing tools to keep our development process cutting-edge.
•Decision Support: Provide critical release recommendations based on comprehensive test reports.


Qualifications
Required Qualifications
To thrive as our Software Test Specialist, you should bring:
•Education: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
•Experience: 1+ year of hands-on experience in software development or testing (Windows, Web, or Embedded).
•Tech Stack: Familiarity with tools like Cucumber, JBehave, or Smart Bear is a strong asset.
•Networking: Basic knowledge of TCP/UDP and serial communication protocols.
•Languages: Fluency in French and English for seamless collaboration.
•Eligibility: Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Mindset & Soft Skills
The ideal Software Test Specialist candidate possesses:
•A strong analytical mind with an eye for detail.
•High level of autonomy and a results-driven approach.
•A collaborative spirit who thrives in a team-oriented culture.



Summary
Application instructions:
I would love to hear from you! If this Software Test Specialist position in Brossard or Levis, QC sounds like an interesting opportunity, please apply, and/or send us your resume to andres.velilla@randstad.ca

How to apply:
1) email your resume to andres.velilla@randstad.ca
2) apply online at randstad.ca
3) connect through LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andresvelilla/

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