Intermediate Systems Testing/QA Specialist

Akkodis group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Intermediate Systems Testing/QA Specialist to ensure the highest quality standards in software testing. This pivotal role involves triaging defects, leading testing efforts, and preparing detailed test cases for validation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in both manual and automated testing, covering a wide range of testing types including black box, security, and user acceptance testing. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will drive quality assurance across major initiatives in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in various testing types.
• Skilled in preparing detailed test cases for system validation.

Responsibilities

• Advise on testing strategies and develop test plans.
• Organize and execute testing efforts across large systems.

Skills

Defect triaging

Manual regression testing

Automated regression testing

Black box testing

Penetration testing

Security testing

System testing

Unit testing

AODA testing

UAT testing

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

Our Client is looking for an Intermediate Systems Testing/QA Specialist to support major initiatives and ensure the highest quality standards are met.

Job Title:Intermediate Systems Testing/QA Specialist

Job Location: Toronto, ON/Hybrid

Job Description:

Must Haves:

· Strong experience triaging defects, leading triage meetings, and producing defect summary reports

· Extensive manual and automated regression testing experience

· 5–10 years of experience with testing types: black box, penetration, security, system, unit, AODA, and UAT testing

· Skilled in preparing detailed test cases to validate system functionality

· Hands-on experience with defect tracking tools like Azure DevOps

Key Responsibilities: You will advise on testing strategies, develop test plans, and select appropriate testing tools and resources. You'll organize and execute testing efforts across large systems, both GUI and non-GUI, including systems integration, stress testing, and user acceptance testing. This role involves preparing detailed test scripts and cases, executing them, and collaborating closely with IT leads, testing leads, and project teams through all phases — from analysis and design to implementation and ongoing support.