Software QA Analyst - Level 1

Welcome Home! We’re more than Canada’s largest independent hardware and building supplies retailer we’re part of communities across the nation.

Shape Tomorrow’s Solutions at Home As a Software QA Analyst Level 1, you will take on the key role of diligently documenting and executing tests to guarantee the seamless delivery of software products critical to our stores' daily operations.

You will have the opportunity to actively contribute to refining and implementing our testing processes and best practices, further strengthening our software quality standards.

Led by the Supervisor, Software Quality Analyst, this opportunity will suit someone with outstanding teamwork and communication skills, and an interest in learning Home Hardware’s business practices and software applications.

Ready to make an impact in a new role? Here’s how :

• Write and document clear, concise, and well-structured test cases based on requirements, technical documents, and methodology.
• Maintain and execute test cases of new, revised, or existing code.
• Compile individual test cases into test sets.
• Effectively communicate test progress, test results, and other relevant information regularly to the project team and management.
• Identify, and thoroughly document and track defects found during testing using bug tracking software.

We’re looking for :

• Retail experience and knowledge of current Home Hardware business practices and applications such as Prism, Foundation, Homeinfo, and K8 would be considered a strong asset.
• Proficiency in at least one of the following types of testing : functional, integration, or regression testing.
• Experience in writing clear and concise test cases and documenting test results as needed.
• Experience in writing / executing automated test cases using automation tools like SentinelOne, or UFTone would be an asset.
• Proficiency in testing and utilizing defect tracking software such as Spira, Jira, and ADO.
• Working knowledge of ERP software and a demonstrated understanding of core financial accounting concepts would be considered an asset.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple demands and competing priorities, both autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.
• Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA) / Certified Software Tester (CSTE) would be considered an asset.
• The ability to be onsite three days a week at our corporate office in St. Jacobs, to accommodate our hybrid working model.

How we'll make you feel at Home Our Team Members enjoy life at Home with our strong culture of support and inclusion, excellent benefits, and a team that always has your back. You will receive :

• Competitive earnings opportunity.
• Annual Incentive / Bonus Program.
• Comprehensive Benefits Program including : Health, Dental, Vision, Paramedical, Disability coverage, Out of Country Travel Insurance, Life Insurance, Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with Company Match, and choice of contribution level.
• Group RRSP.
• Discounts from our corporate retail stores.
• Home & Auto Insurance discounts.
• Competitive vacation time.
• Personal and sick time.
• Employee Discount Program through Venngo WorkPerks.

Bring your unique skills, thrive with interesting and challenging work, and experience what it’s like at Home. Apply today - this is a great opportunity to join a proudly Canadian company that is 100% ready to help you build your future.

Home Hardware recognizes the value of a diverse team. We believe that different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences make us stronger as an organization.

Applicants representing the full diversity of communities in Canada are encouraged to apply with confidence. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment process.

Canadians call us Home Hardware. We call it Home.