QA Analyst

MatchBox Consulting Group is currently seeking a  QA Analyst  for a 12 month contract role with a client of ours located in Calgary.

Responsibilities :

Develop and maintain QA deliverables including test plans, test cases, scripts, coverage and traceability matrices, execution reports, and regression suites.

Align QA strategy and testing activities across project phases : requirements, design, development, integration, deployment, business acceptance, and release readiness.

Perform manual and automated testing across functional, system, integration, and end-to-end workflows; support UAT and ensure timely defect identification, tracking, and resolution.

Execute complex scenarios, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend improvements to enhance product quality and testing efficiency.

Assess test coverage and risks; apply risk-based testing methods to proactively mitigate quality risks.

Manage test artifacts and defect lifecycles using test management tools; generate detailed execution reports.

Write and execute SQL queries to validate backend processes, data integrity, and system integration.

Contribute to continuous improvement of QA standards, methodologies, and best practices.

Develop and continuously update a regression test suite to preserve existing functionality, prevent unintended impacts from enhancements, and support consistent system performance.

Ensure secure handling of sensitive data during vendor testing, validate integrations, confirm system backup reliability, and conduct complex calculation testing.

Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree, diploma, or certificate in Computer Science or a related technical field; ISTQB Foundation or Advanced certification.

8+ years of experience across the full IT software delivery lifecycle within complex enterprise environments.

6+ years in IT Quality Assurance with strong manual testing expertise across functional, system, integration, performance, and UAT phases.

2+ years of automation experience using testing frameworks and tools to support functional regression and API automation.

Experience working in Agile / Scrum environments with strong cross team collaboration.

Hands-on experience with API testing tools (Postman, SoapUI, RestAssured).

Proficiency in Azure DevOps or similar platforms for requirements traceability, test case design, execution, defect management, and reporting.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis.

Experience with Oracle and SQL Server databases, including writing and executing SQL queries.

Background in the energy and utilities sector with strong domain knowledge.

Experience collaborating with vendors on Business Acceptance Testing for SaaS / COTS solutions.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally,  MatchBox  is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at  www.matchboxhr.com