Associate Quality Engineer

Veeva Systems; Toronto; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative life sciences technology firm is seeking a detail-oriented QA Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work remotely or in the Toronto office, providing flexibility to cater to various time zones. You will be responsible for creating comprehensive testing documentation, automating features, and collaborating closely with software engineers and product managers in an Agile environment. The company promotes career advancement and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, ensuring a supportive work atmosphere. If you are passionate about quality assurance and eager to contribute to impactful projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Supportive onboarding program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience in software development.
• Strong understanding of QA methodologies and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create testing documentation including test plans and bug reports.
• Automate features and collaborate with the automation group.

Skills

Java

Mobile Programming Languages

Software QA Methodologies

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Applications

Tools

Cypress

SQL

Jira

Greenhopper

Clover

Appium

XCUI

Espresso

KIF

Job description

Employer Industry: Life Sciences Technology

Why consider this job opportunity:

1. Salary up to $140,000
2. Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
3. Work remotely or from the office in Toronto, with flexibility to accommodate various time zones
4. Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
5. Supportive onboarding program with a dedicated buddy to enhance your skills

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

1. Create testing-related documentation, including test plans, test cases/scripts, and bug reports assessing quality and associated risk
2. Automate features in collaboration with the automation group for improved regression coverage
3. Triage and assist with triaging of automation results
4. Develop deep expertise in the product while conducting QA tests and verifying outcomes
5. Collaborate with software engineers and product managers in an Agile team environment

What is Required (Qualifications):

1. Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science/Applications, or a similar field
2. Experience coding in Java and/or mobile languages
3. Understanding of Software QA methodologies, tools, and approaches in a software company with short-release cycles
4. Relevant work experience in software development and/or software test automation
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

1. Experience using Cypress
2. Experience with SQL
3. Knowledge of Java, Python, or other object-oriented programming languages
4. Familiarity with Atlassian products like Jira, Greenhopper, and Clover
5. Knowledge of Mobile Testing and Automation tools such as Appium, XCUI, Espresso, KIF