Senior/Lead Quality Assurance Tester/Engineer (Manual & Automation)

Contract Opportunity - 6 months+

Markham, ON - 4 days per week in office

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior/Lead Quality Assurance Tester/Engineer to join our client's team.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of QA testers, providing guidance and support.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive test plans and test cases.
• Perform thorough manual testing to identify and document defects.
• Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts using industry-standard tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of high-quality software.
• Analyze test results, identify trends, and provide actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and best practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in manual testing with a strong understanding of QA methodologies.
• Extensive experience in automation testing, including designing and executing automated tests.
• Proficiency in functional automation testing tools (e.g., Selenium, QTP, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with performance and security testing.
• Familiarity with Agile and DevOps practices.
• Certification in software testing (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE).