QA Analyst (Bilingual – QA Lead)

Shodh Consulting Services; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented QA Analyst to lead quality assurance efforts for a 12-month maternity leave contract. This hybrid role demands a proactive individual with extensive experience in software quality assurance and a passion for delivering high-quality products. The successful candidate will oversee testing processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to continuous process improvements. Bilingual fluency in English and French is mandatory, ensuring effective communication in this dynamic environment. If you're ready to take on a leadership role and make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Software Quality Assurance with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong experience in manual and automated testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee testing efforts and report on QA progress as QA Lead.
• Develop and execute test plans, cases, and scripts for software.

Skills

Software Quality Assurance

Bilingual (English & French)

Manual Testing

Automated Testing

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering

Tools

JIRA

Selenium

Appium

Tosca

Job description

Shodh Consulting Services is a growing talent solutions firm specializing in IT staffing, recruitment, and resource management across Canada and the U.S. We are committed to connecting skilled professionals with top-tier companies, enabling business growth through strategic talent partnerships. With a focus on quality, reliability, and client satisfaction, we help organizations build high-performing teams while supporting career success for our candidates.

Job Title: QA Analyst (Bilingual – QA Lead)
Location: Montreal, QC (Hybrid – 1–2 days/week onsite)
Job Type: 12-Month Contract (Maternity Leave Replacement)
Language Requirement:Bilingual – English & French (Mandatory)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive QA Analyst who will serve as the QA Lead for a 12-month maternity leave contract . The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in software quality assurance and at least 5 years in a QA Lead role .

They should possess a strong background in software testing methodologies, automation, and quality assurance processes , along with a passion for delivering high-quality products that meet user and business needs. This is a hybrid role , combining hands-on QA execution and leadership responsibilities, and requires bilingual fluency in English and French .

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the QA Lead responsible for overseeing testing efforts and reporting on QA progress
• Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand business and product requirements
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts
• Conduct manual and automated testing across the software development lifecycle
• Perform regression testing to verify that new changes do not negatively impact existing functionality
• Identify, document, and track bugs using tools like JIRA , ensuring resolution and revalidation
• Prepare and maintain QA dashboards and reporting tools for stakeholders
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies such as sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
• Maintain and improve automated test frameworks and tools
• Ensure all testing activities are properly documented and auditable

Specific Accountabilities:

• Monitor and report testing progress and quality metrics to the development team and leadership
• Continuously contribute to process improvements and QA best practices
• Lead by example and mentor junior QA team members (if applicable)

Mandatory Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance or Testing
• 5+ years of experience in a QA Lead or similar leadership role
• Fluency in both English and French (spoken and written) – Bilingualism is mandatory
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering , or a related field
• Strong experience with manual and automated testing
• Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Selenium, Appium, or Tosca
• Strong understanding of software QA methodologies , tools, and best practices
• Experience with Agile (Scrum/SAFe) development environments
• Proficiency with JIRA or similar issue-tracking tools
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Must be based in Montreal and available to work on-site 1–2 days per week

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience in Healthcare or Retail-based applications
• Familiarity with SAFe agile frameworks
• Exposure to performance testing or API testing tools

How to Apply:

Interested candidates who meet the mandatory requirements are encouraged to submit their resume and a brief cover letter outlining their QA leadership and bilingual capabilities.