Quality Engineering Tester - Co-op - Winter 2027

Jatom Systems Inc.-CAN; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (2 days in office)

Job summary

JSI Telecom is seeking a Software Quality Assurance Co-op to support the QE team in Kanata, Ontario, blending on-site and hybrid work. You will test software applications, document test cases, and track defects while collaborating with developers and project managers to ensure quality throughout the SDLC.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, communicates well, and pursues hands-on QA experience. This co-op offers exposure to automation, CI/CD pipelines and a dynamic tech environment.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a recognized post-secondary program (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering).
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for ensuring quality in software products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Prior experience in manual software testing or quality assurance (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

• Conduct manual testing of software applications to ensure functionality, performance, and usability meet the required standards.
• Create, execute, and document test cases and test plans based on project specifications and requirements.
• Identify, report, and track defects in the software using our defect tracking system.
• Collaborate with developers, project managers, and other QA team members to ensure a smooth and efficient testing process.
• Participate in team meetings and provide input on quality assurance processes and practices.
• Assist in the preparation of test data and perform regression testing as needed.
• Verify that fixes are correctly implemented by retesting issues and ensuring resolution.
• Maintain thorough documentation for testing activities and results.
• Automating, maintaining and executing tests in a timely manner.
• Running and analyzing automated tests
• Ability to code in languages like Python, C#
• Experience with tools like Playwright, Selenium, Nunit, Postman
• Familiar with CI/CD integration for automated pipelines
• Knowledge of non-functional requirements, including performance, stability, supportability, extensibility etc.
• Uses and stays current with AI tools for quality engineering.

Skills

Manual testing

Test case development

Defect tracking

Collaboration

Scripting basics

Education

Post-secondary program in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Playwright

Selenium

NUnit

Postman

Job description

Quality Engineering Tester - Co-op - Winter 2027

Job Category: QA

Requisition Number: QUALI001323

• Posted : September 22, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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• Pay or shift range: $23 CAD to $37 CAD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

JSI Telecom requires that you pass a Police Information Check (PIC) **
** It is a condition of employment that you must be successful in obtaining and maintaining up to a Top-Secret security clearance through the Company's sponsorship. **
** Candidates must not be subject to the Government of Canada OCV (Out-of-country verification) process to obtain security clearances.Typically, this means that at the time of application all candidates for co-op terms must not have left Canada for more than 6 consecutive months in the past 10 years.The government of Canada OCV requirements are subject to change without notice.**

We are looking for Software Quality Assurance Co-op students to support our QE team in ensuring the highest standards of software quality. The position is focused exclusively on QE tasks. As a co-op, you will be responsible for testing software applications to identify defects and ensure the functionality meets the requirements and expectations.

JSI is seeking individuals looking for unique and challenging work opportunities. The ideal candidate would be a proactive, self-motivated go-getter who thrives on taking initiative and embracing new challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct manual testing of software applications to ensure functionality, performance, and usability meet the required standards.
• Create, execute, and document test cases and test plans based on project specifications and requirements.
• Identify, report, and track defects in the software using our defect tracking system.
• Collaborate with developers, project managers, and other QA team members to ensure a smooth and efficient testing process.
• Participate in team meetings and provide input on quality assurance processes and practices.
• Assist in the preparation of test data and perform regression testing as needed.
• Verify that fixes are correctly implemented by retesting issues and ensuring resolution.
• Maintain thorough documentation for testing activities and results.
• Automating, maintaining and executing tests in a timely manner.
• Running and analyzing automated tests
• Ability to code in languages like Python, C#
• Experience with tools like Playwright, Selenium, Nunit, Postman
• Familiar with CI/CD integration for automated pipelines
• Knowledge of non-functional requirements, including performance, stability, supportability, extensibility etc.
• Uses and stays current with AI tools for quality engineering.
• Ideally, has working knowledge of at least some of the following:
  • Data Lakehouse
  • Kubernetes
  • Helm
  • Checkmk
  • Cloud platforms like AWS
• Has a technical mindset, for example:
  • Uses AI for efficiency and productivity in daily tasks
  • Experienced with scripting or programming
  • Experienced with API's
  • Experienced with system configuration and networking
  • Experienced with data collection and management

Requirements

• Enrollment in a recognized post-secondary program (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering).
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for ensuring quality in software products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Prior experience in manual software testing or quality assurance (preferred but not required).
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies is an asset.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools and technologies.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a keen interest in software quality.
• Gain hands-on experience in software testing and quality assurance processes.
• Work in a collaborative and innovative environment with experienced professionals.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful projects and improve software quality.
• Hybrid work model (2 days a week in the office).

How We Work

You will be expected to work in a remote/hybrid environment reporting to our Kanata, Ontario location 2 or more times per week.

About JSI

JSI is built on purpose, that of making a difference in the world.

Founded in 1979, this privately-owned technology company is the North American leader in designing and developing acquisition, collection and analysis solutions for law enforcement and intelligence communities.

With 4Sight – JSI’s single, unified, product suite – customers can combine any number of disparate data sources into a highly intuitive, visually-focused platform. The result? JSI’s customers spend less time working with data and more time seeing patterns, understanding trends, and gaining perspective (and making the world a safer place).

With over 400 employees and a strong, growing global presence in Canada, the U.S., Australia, and Germany, JSI is not only the dominant player in its industry, it is also known for its fun, high-performing, purpose-driven corporate culture.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), JSI will provide accommodation-accessible formats, and communication supports for the interview process upon request.

Our hiring process does not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools for screening, assessing, or selecting applicants. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by our HR team.