Quality Assurance Analyst

knak.; Canada; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Canada is searching for a Software QA Specialist. This role involves executing manual testing, guiding developers on automated testing tools, and ensuring high product quality. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of experience in software QA, particularly within a SaaS environment. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a fun collaborative culture. Join us to further your career in a recognized top workplace.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and equity

Comprehensive benefits

Generous paid vacation

Team lunches and off-sites

Career growth investment

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in software QA with SaaS focus.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks.
• Expertise in QA planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute thorough manual testing for new features.
• Guide developers in adopting automated testing tools.
• Build and maintain test plans and QA documentation.

Skills

3–5 years of experience in software QA

Expertise in manual testing methodologies

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical thinking

Tools

Cypress

Playwright

Jest

Job description

Why consider this job opportunity

• Competitive salaries and equity in the company
• Comprehensive benefits and generous paid vacation
• Life leave days—because life happens
• A fun, collaborative culture with team lunches and off‑sites
• Real investment in your career growth
• Recognized as one of Ottawa’s Best Places to Work 2024

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities)

• Execute thorough manual testing for new features and releases
• Build and maintain test plans and QA documentation
• Guide developers in adopting automated testing tools like Playwright
• Participate in planning and design sessions to flag potential quality risks
• Monitor and report on key product quality metrics

What is Required (Qualifications)

• 3–5 years of experience in software QA or software engineering with a strong QA focus (ideally in a SaaS environment)
• Expertise in manual testing methodologies and QA planning tools
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (e.g., Cypress, Playwright, Jest)
• A keen eye for detail and strong analytical thinking
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience enabling QA in CI/CD environments
• Background in developer enablement or testing automation coaching

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