Intermediate Systems Testing/QA Specialist - Remote / Telecommute

Cynet Systems Inc; Toronto; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in software solutions is seeking a Quality Assurance specialist with experience in developing and executing test plans. The role involves coordinating testing efforts, managing defects, and supporting user acceptance testing within agile and DevOps environments. Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, a solid education in Quality Assurance or Software Testing, and proficiency in relevant tools.

Qualifications

• Experience with structured QA methodologies and automated testing tools.
• Familiarity with SDLC and agile environments.
• Ability to create test strategies and manage defect tracking.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans, scripts, and test cases.
• Track and manage defects using Kanban or Azure DevOps.
• Support user acceptance testing activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Relevant post-secondary education in Quality Assurance or Software Testing

Tools

Kanban

Azure DevOps

Job description

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute test plans, scripts, and test cases for functional, non-functional, regression, and integration testing.
• Participate in and support user acceptance testing activities.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts to ensure proper test coverage and validation.
• Track and manage defects using Kanban or Azure DevOps tools.
• Maintain regression test suites and validate build releases to ensure production stability.
• Support both large and small-scale testing initiatives within structured project timelines.

Requirement/Must Have:

• Experience executing regression, functional, non-functional, and system integration tests.
• Strong background in creating test strategy documentation, test cases, and test data for both technical and business validation.
• Experience supporting and organizing UAT efforts.
• Proficiency in defect tracking and reporting using Kanban boards or DevOps.
• Proven ability to plan and manage testing efforts across complex systems.

Experience:

• Experience with structured QA methodologies and automated testing tools.
• Exposure to programming languages and scripting for automated test cases.
• Experience working in agile and DevOps environments.
• Knowledge of Information Management principles.

Skills:

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and meet deadlines consistently.
• Familiarity with the full Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

Qualification and Education:

• Relevant post-secondary education or equivalent work experience in Quality Assurance or Software Testing.