RQ00771 - Systems Testing/QA Specialist - Senior

Responsibilities:

• Provide testing strategy, test plans, the selection of testing tools
  
• Plan and organize 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, connectivity/error handling. and user acceptance testing (e.g., stress tests)
  
• Develop test cases and execute these against the various components.
  
• Work closely with the Software Engineers and Business Analyst in the analysis, design, development, implementation and ongoing support of the required systems.
  

Required Skills:

• Minimum 8 to 10 years' hands-on experience testing Web Applications (.NET)
  
• 3+ years' working experience testing REST APIs using Postman or equivalent tooling
  
• 3+ years' working experience using Microsoft DevOps Test Plans
  
• 3+ years' working experience writing SQL queries
  

Desired Skills:

• Degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent technical discipline
  
• Effective team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex technical information in a manner that is understandable
  
• Knowledge and experience in at least one programming language
  
• Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards
  
• Knowledge of one or more automated testing tools
  
• Experience supporting user acceptance testing and participating in UAT activities
  
• Knowledge and experience in all phases of the Systems Development Life Cycle
  

Rated Criteria

• Hands-on experience testing Web Applications (.NET) - 30 points
  
• Strong working experience testing REST APIs - 25 points
  
• Strong working experience writing SQL queries - 25 points
  
• Solid background in creating QA strategies, and use of Microsoft DevOps/TFS for SDLC - 20 points
  

Deliverables:

• Design and create a Test Strategy for features based on the identified requirements
  
• Create and estimate DevOps Tasks for QA related work
  
• Create and Execute Test cases for assigned areas
  
• Defect management for areas owned.
  

Must Haves:

• Minimum 8 to 10 years' hands-on experience testing Web Applications (.NET)
  
• 3+ years' working experience testing REST APIs using Postman or equivalent tooling
  
• 3+ years' working experience using Microsoft DevOps Test Plans
  
• 3+ years' working experience writing SQL queries