Talent.com
Dexterra Group
Remote Dayforce Test LeadDexterra Group • Halifax, Nova Scotia
Remote Dayforce Test Lead

Remote Dayforce Test Lead

Dexterra Group • Halifax, Nova Scotia
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Remote
Job description

Company Description

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities.

That’s something we’re truly proud of, Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Job Description

What's the Job?

We’re Hiring a Dayforce Test Lead for a 1‑year contract!

Are you someone who loves making sure systems run smoothly, data is accurate, and nothing slips through the cracks? If leading testing for a major Dayforce WFM/HCM implementation sounds like your kind of challenge, this might be a great fit for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

Dexterra Group is into the process of an enterprise-wide implementation of Dayforce. The contract Dayforce Test Lead is vital to help us deliver a smooth, accurate, and well‑executed implementation.

  • Build and maintain detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts across Dayforce modules (Payroll, Workforce Management, Benefits, Scheduling, and more).
  • Define clear testing scope, objectives, and timelines that support project milestones.
  • Lead functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
  • Work closely with business analysts, developers, and end users to validate requirements and resolve defects.
  • Manage and maintain test environments and test data.
  • Log, track, and prioritize defects using tools (such as Smartsheet).
  • Facilitate defect triage meetings and help keep issue resolution on track.
  • Mentor and guide QA team members on best practices and standard processes.
  • Assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide ongoing status updates to stakeholders.
  • Ensure testing meets organizational, audit, and regulatory standards.
  • Validate payroll calculations, compliance rules, and integrations with third‑party systems.

**This is a Remote role but you will need to come into our office from time to time to meet with the team.

Qualifications

Who are we looking for?

  • Post-secondary education in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
  • Solid knowledge of Dayforce WFM/HCM modules, plus 3+ years in a QA lead role.
  • Previous involvement in Dayforce implementation or upgrade projects.
  • Experience working with test management and defect tracking tools (Smartsheet or similar).
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.

Bonus points for

  • Experience with automation tools.
  • Knowledge of HR/Payroll compliance regulations.
  • Project Management designation.
  • Familiarity with Agile or Waterfall methodologies.
  • QA certification.

Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Be part of an industry that's more important than ever!
  • Award winning safety culture.
  • A flexible hybrid work model.
  • Supportive team environment with room to grow together.
  • Employee Referral Program.
  • We are growing!

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Accommodation is available upon request at all stages of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates selected for interview.

Please Note: We kindly ask that staffing or recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this opportunity. We are not accepting agency referrals at this time.

#IND3

Create a job alert for this search

Remote Dayforce Test Lead • Halifax, Nova Scotia

Similar jobs

Senior Test Specialist

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.Halifax, Halifax County, Canada
Permanent

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA, B3B 1E6.Onsite or Hybrid: Senior Test Specialist, Mechanical or Electrical (Permanent) – Halifax, NS.Expected Salary: $80,458 to $98,337.To determine final salar... Show more

 • Promoted

Automation Tester

Aarorn Technologies IncHalifax, Halifax County, Canada
Full-time

Halifax, NS (4x onsite a week).Contract – CAD$45–50 per hour, inclusive.Interview: Face‑to‑face onsite only.Develop and maintain automation test scripts using Python and Robot Framework.Execute aut... Show more

 • Promoted

Team Lead, Development - C$127,000 - C$160,000 A Year - Remote

ZayZoonHalifax, Canada
Remote
Full-time

Who We Are At ZayZoon, we are on a mission to save 10 million hardworking employees 10 billion dollars.We’ve created a financial empowerment platform that helps businesses of all sizes make a big i... Show more

 • Promoted

Data Entry Clerk (Remote) - Paid Product Testing Survey Taker

ApexFocusGroupHalifax, NS, CA
Remote
Full-time +1

Now accepting applicants for Focus Group studies.Earn up to $850 per week part-time working from home.Must register to see if you qualify.No Data Entry experience needed.Data Entry Clerk Work From ... Show more

 • Promoted

Model-Based Test Engineer

Lockheed MartinHalifax, Halifax County, Canada
Full-time

This position is part of the Rotary and Mission Systems business area, where employees across Canada support engineering, systems integration, training, sustainment and in-service support programs ... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Consultant in Digital Workforce Transformation and Advanced Scheduling

EYHalifax, Halifax County, Canada
Full-time

Elevate your career as a Senior Consultant specializing in digital workforce transformation.Contribute innovative solutions and expertise in UKG Pro Workforce Management while working with diverse ... Show more

 • Promoted

Lead Technical Product Owner, Adobe Experience Platform

Compunnel, Inc.Halifax, Halifax County, Canada
Full-time

A leading technology firm is seeking a Technical Product Owner to drive the planning and delivery of capabilities within Adobe Experience Platform.You will bridge business stakeholders and engineer... Show more

 • Promoted

Staff Salesforce Architect (Agent And Channel Experience) - $142,000 - $192,000 A Year - Remote

AffirmHalifax, Canada
Remote
Full-time

Seeking a Staff Salesforce Architect to own and optimize Salesforce as the primary CRM, architecting end-to-end solutions, leading high-impact projects, and driving technical strategy for a growing... Show more

 • Promoted

Automation Tester

Lorven Technologies Inc.Halifax, Halifax County, Canada
Full-time

Location: Halifax (4 days a week on site).Develop and maintain automation test scripts using Python and Robot Framework.Execute automated and manual test cases as required.Identify logs and track d... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Naval Systems Integration & Test Engineer

Lockheed MartinHalifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Full-time

A defense and aerospace company is seeking a Senior Systems Integration and Test Engineer to support the Canadian Surface Combatant (CSC) program.The role involves certifying magazines on River Cla... Show more

 • Promoted

Earn Money By Taking Surveys - Remote

AlmediaHalifax, Canada
Remote
Full-time

Get paid for testing apps, games and surveys.Almedia runs a dynamic platform where users earn money online by completing tasks, playing games, and filling out surveys.Since our launch 5 years ago, ... Show more

 • Promoted

Game Tester - Remote

AlmediaHalifax, Canada
Remote
Full-time

Get paid for testing apps, games and surveys.Almedia runs a dynamic platform where users earn money online by completing tasks, playing games, and filling out surveys.Since our launch 5 years ago, ... Show more

 • Promoted

Software Development Engineer in Test

BeyondTrustHalifax, Halifax County, Canada
Full-time

BeyondTrust is a place where you can bring your purpose to life through the work that you do, creating a safer world through our cyber security SaaS portfolio.Our culture of flexibility, trust, and... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Manager, Technical Programs - $178,000 - $228,000 A Year - Remote

AffirmHalifax, Canada
Remote
Full-time

Overview Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.The Tech Ops tea... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Systems Integration and Test Engineer -WOME

Lockheed MartinHalifax, Halifax County, Canada
Full-time

Senior Systems Integration and Test Engineer -WOME.Senior Systems Integration and Test Engineer -WOME.This position is part of the Rotary and Mission Systems business area, where employees across C... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior.Net Azure Integration Developer - $65,000 - $125,000 A Year

CgiHalifax, Canada
Full-time

Position DescriptionCGI is seeking a Senior Azure Integration Developer to design, build, and troubleshoot cloud-native integration solutions on Microsoft Azure.The role emphasizes Azure platform e... Show more

 • Promoted

Model-Based Test Engineer: Naval Systems & Hil Validation

Lockheed MartinHalifax, Canada
Full-time

A leading defense contractor in Halifax is seeking a Model-Based Test Engineer to develop and execute comprehensive test plans for complex naval systems.The role requires experience in model-based ... Show more

 • Promoted

Model-Based Test Engineer: Naval Systems & HIL Validation

Lockheed MartinHalifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Full-time

A leading defense contractor in Halifax is seeking a Model-Based Test Engineer to develop and execute comprehensive test plans for complex naval systems.The role requires experience in model-based ... Show more

 • Promoted

Earn Money Testing Apps - Remote

AlmediaBedford, Canada
Remote
Full-time

Get paid for testing apps, games and surveys.Almedia runs a dynamic platform where users earn money online by completing tasks, playing games, and filling out surveys.Since our launch 5 years ago, ... Show more

 • Promoted

Remote Market Research Assistant – Earn Up to $50/Task

Occupons QuebecLoweburgh, NS, Canada
Remote
Part-time

Compensation: Up to $50 per task.We are seeking individuals to complete small, remote market research tasks from home.Your insights help shape future products, services, and public trends.All tasks... Show more