Job Title: Systems Testing/QA Specialist – Intermediate

Location: Hybrid – Toronto, ON

Type: Contract

Bill Rate: $75/hr

Duration: Long-term contract

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Systems Testing/QA Specialist to support a high-impact public sector initiative. This hybrid role, based in Toronto, is ideal for a QA professional with a strong background in manual testing, experience with non-functional requirements, and a collaborative approach to Agile delivery.

You will play a key role in ensuring software quality across commercial off-the-shelf (COTS/SaaS) and custom systems by working closely with business analysts, developers, and product teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute manual test plans, test cases, and traceability matrices
• Design and maintain automated test scripts using tools such as Selenium or Appium
• Perform functional, integration, regression, accessibility, and non-functional testing
• Collaborate with Agile teams during sprint reviews, defect triage, and UAT cycles
• Test both frontend and backend system components
• Support quality assurance of failover, performance, data integrity, and security
• Record and manage defects using Jira and facilitate regular defect review sessions
• Contribute to planning of test data and post-release testing
• Communicate progress and risks in daily stand-ups and weekly status reports

Must-Have Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience developing manual test cases, test scripts, and test data
• Strong experience creating traceability matrices linked to business requirements
• Proven experience with technical test strategies and plans
• Solid understanding of non-functional testing including security, performance, and failover
• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with Jira, SharePoint, .NET Web, HTML, and JavaScript

Nice-to-Haves

• 2+ years of automation testing experience using Selenium, Appium, or similar tools
• Experience with API testing using Postman or SoapUI
• Previous experience with public sector or Ontario Public Service projects
• Knowledge of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) compliance testing

Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a meaningful, long-term public sector project while working with a supportive and skilled team. You will have the chance to make a measurable impact in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.