Quality Assurance Specialist

Rival Insurance Technology; Vancouver; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a QA Specialist, where your passion for innovation and excellence in quality assurance will shine. In this pivotal role, you will design and execute testing strategies, implement cutting-edge AI-driven tools, and collaborate with diverse teams to deliver outstanding software products. With a commitment to fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment, this organization values growth and empowers its team members to excel. Embrace the opportunity to enhance user experiences and drive meaningful impact in a challenging yet rewarding remote work setting. Your contributions will play a vital role in shaping the future of software reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in QA/testing roles with Agile and SDLC methodologies.
• Familiarity with AI tools to enhance testing processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute comprehensive testing strategies to ensure quality standards.
• Leverage AI tools to streamline testing workflows and automate processes.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Analytical Skills

Team Player

AI Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Relevant experience in quality assurance

Tools

Selenium

JUnit

TestNG

Postman

Job description

Are you a solutions-focused, growth-oriented professional with a passion for innovation and excellence in quality assurance? Rival Insurance Technology is actively seeking a QA Specialist to help us elevate our software products and ensure outstanding reliability and performance.

We’re looking for dynamic individuals who embody the following:

Solutions-Focused & Curious – You thrive on solving complex problems, thinking critically, and exploring new ideas.

Growth-Oriented – You’re driven by learning, evolving, and continuously improving your craft.

AI-Literate & Tech-Savvy – You embrace innovation, leveraging AI to enhance workflows and processes.

Authentic & Collaborative – You value teamwork, bring your true self to work, and drive meaningful impact.

About the Role

As a QA Specialist, you’ll be at the heart of ensuring quality in our software products. You'll design and execute testing strategies, implement innovative tools (including AI-driven solutions), and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional user experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute comprehensive testing strategies, ensuring thorough coverage and adherence to quality standards.
• Leverage AI-powered tools to streamline testing workflows, automate processes, and detect bugs efficiently.
• Develop, modify, and implement manual and automated testing procedures.
• Analyze bugs, perform root cause analysis, and assess their impact on functionality and user experience.
• Document and report testing results, including actionable recommendations for resolution.
• Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to enhance programs and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Recommend improvements in usability, performance, and reliability based on testing results.
• Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and advancements in quality assurance methodologies.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or relevant experience
• Experience: 3+ years in quality assurance/testing roles with a strong grasp of Agile and SDLC methodologies.
• AI Skills: Familiarity with AI tools/platforms (e.g., OpenAI, ML models) to enhance testing processes.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with tools like Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Postman, and others.
• Automation Skills: Ability to develop automated tests to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical skills to identify root causes and optimize software functionality.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written skills to convey technical information effectively.
• Team Player: Collaborative and adaptable, with a commitment to driving results together.

Why Join Us?

At Rival Insurance Technology, we are passionate about innovation, collaboration, and empowering our team members to grow and succeed. We embrace cutting-edge technologies, including AI, to drive efficiency and deliver exceptional software solutions. As a QA Specialist, you’ll be a key contributor to our success, working in a dynamic and supportive environment.

At Rival, we offer a remote, challenging, growth-oriented work environment that affords equal opportunities and embraces diversity. We provide satisfying careers for our employees to work hard and have fun in the process. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.