Pension Software Testing Analyst

CAAT Pension; Toronto; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

CAAT Pension in Toronto, Ontario is seeking a Pension Software Testing Analyst to ensure quality and reliability of pension administration systems. You will develop and execute test plans, validate calculations, and collaborate with analysts, developers, and testers to maintain high standards across the Genesis platform.

The role requires pension domain knowledge, strong Excel skills, QA experience, and familiarity with Agile sprint delivery.

Qualifications

• Post secondary education in a related field.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience working with pension administration systems, pension calculations, or pension/benefit operations.
• Strong comprehension of pension calculations and pension administration concepts.
• Experience with software testing, quality assurance, user acceptance testing, or validating system functionality and results.
• A mathematical aptitude along with strong skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with data analysis and validation; exposure to SQL, databases, ETL processes, or data transformation techniques is an asset.
• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as Azure DevOps, TestRail, Jira, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, and sprint-based delivery.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively alongside a team.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to continuously learn new technologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business requirements and collaborate with team members to understand expected system functionality and outcomes.
• Create and maintain test data, perform pension calculations, and validate system results.
• Develop, execute, and document test cases, test plans, and testing results for enhancements, defects, and system changes.
• Identify, document, and track defects, then re-test solutions to ensure issues have been resolved.
• Maintain and enhance regression test suites and contribute to automated testing initiatives to support ongoing system quality.
• Work closely with Business Systems Analysts, Developers, and other technology team members to validate delivered solutions.
• Support test environment readiness, test data management, testing documentation and version control processes.
• Assist in educating and supporting internal teams on system fixes, enhancements, and new functionality.
• Contribute to operational improvements and future initiatives supporting CAAT's pension administration platform.
• Investigate unexpected system results, analyze data and calculations, and work with Developers and Business Systems Analysts to identify root causes.

Skills

Pension calculations

Software testing

Excel mastery

Data analysis

Agile methodologies

Collaboration

Education

Post secondary education in a related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

TestRail

Jira

Job description

At CAAT, we’re passionate about what we do. And it shows! Here, you’ll find a cultural spark in everything we do – from the way we partner with members and employers, to the way we work, collaborate, and grow. It doesn’t just feel different at CAAT. It is different. We’re one of the fastest-growing pensions in the country for a reason. We challenge the status quo, making a real impact on the hundreds of employers we serve – from education institutions to major corporations and household brands. And we’re just getting started. Driven by core values and a shared purpose, we’re fierce champions for better retirement security, known for our can-do culture where everyone plays a role in bringing our vision to life. If this sounds like a fit, we’d love you to be a part of it.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Pension Software Testing Analyst to help ensure the quality, accuracy, and reliability of CAAT’s pension administration systems. In this role you will develop and execute test plans for system enhancements, fixes, and new functionality. Working closely with Business Systems Analysts, Developers, and fellow Testers, you will validate system changes that support pension administration processes and calculations while maintaining a high standard of quality across our Genesis platform. This role combines pension expertise, analytical thinking, and software testing to support the delivery of solutions that impact our members and employers.

As the Newest Member of our Team, You’ll:

• Analyze business requirements and collaborate with team members to understand expected system functionality and outcomes.
• Create and maintain test data, perform pension calculations, and validate system results.
• Develop, execute, and document test cases, test plans, and testing results for enhancements, defects, and system changes.
• Identify, document, and track defects, then re-test solutions to ensure issues have been resolved.
• Maintain and enhance regression test suites and contribute to automated testing initiatives to support ongoing system quality.
• Work closely with Business Systems Analysts, Developers, and other technology team members to validate delivered solutions.
• Support test environment readiness, test data management, testing documentation and version control processes.
• Assist in educating and supporting internal teams on system fixes, enhancements, and new functionality.
• Contribute to operational improvements and future initiatives supporting CAAT's pension administration platform.
• Investigate unexpected system results, analyze data and calculations, and work with Developers and Business Systems Analysts to identify root causes.

To Succeed, You Bring:

• Post secondary education in a related field.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience working with pension administration systems, pension calculations, or pension/benefit operations.
• Strong comprehension of pension calculations and pension administration concepts.
• Experience with software testing, quality assurance, user acceptance testing, or validating system functionality and results.
• A mathematical aptitude along with strong skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with data analysis and validation; exposure to SQL, databases, ETL processes, or data transformation techniques is an asset.
• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as Azure DevOps, TestRail, Jira, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, and sprint-based delivery.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively alongside a team.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to continuously learn new technologies and tools.

Salary:

The target hiring salary for this position is$84,100.00-$98,900.00. Placement within our salary range will be based on factors such as internal equity, market conditions, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

When you work with CAAT, you’ll enjoy:

Opportunities to Build a Better You:

We never stand still. As we grow, so do you. Enjoy a place that provides endless opportunities to learn and master your skills while cultivating new ones.

Comprehensive & Holistic Care:

Be at your best with a Total Rewards program that feeds and prioritizes your physical, mental, and financial wellness. From flexible work arrangements, comprehensive benefits to wellness incentives, and a defined benefit pension plan – we have you covered.

A Place to Collaborate and Win:

We’ve built a lively environment where creativity and open communication thrive. It’s why we’re consistently recognized as one of ‘Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures’, one of ‘Greater Toronto’s Top Employers’, and one of the ‘Best Places to Work’.

Work that Truly Matters:

You’re giving Canadians the opportunity for better retirement security, and organizations the chance to do more. If you believe that Canadians deserve a future where a secure lifetime retirement income contributes to their financial and overall well-being, then CAAT could be the right fit for you.

No artificial intelligence tools are used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Artificial intelligence tools may be used to help recruiters identify potential candidates on external platforms. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB): DEIB at CAAT means we respect and value the broadest range of experiences, geographies, gender, ethnicities, backgrounds, and perspectives as key elements of our culture. Our vision is to provide an environment where employees can bring their best, professional, authentic, selves to work.

CAAT Pension Plan is an equal opportunity employer, and we will accommodate any needs under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact us at [e-mail] or call Human Resources at 416-673-9000 for assistance.

Vacancy: This posting is for an existing vacancy At CAAT, we live our values of integrity, impact, and teamwork every day. We cultivate a culture of collaboration and fun, through an inclusive and energetic environment where CAATsters can work, learn, and grow together. We prioritize comprehensive and holistic care for our employees, designed to cater to every aspect of your life and wellbeing. Through our Total Rewards program, we prioritize your physical, mental, and financial wellness. This includes compensation, paid time off, health and dental benefits, wellness incentives, and a defined benefit pension plan. At CAAT, we embrace growth as a way of life where opportunities for adaptation, innovation, and learning prosper in our dynamic and evolving environment. As we expand and transform, so do you. Together, we're on a mission to secure a better financial future for Canadians.