Senior QA Analyst

iGaming Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming regulatory authority based in Toronto is looking for a Senior QA Analyst to oversee software quality throughout the development lifecycle. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of testing experience, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with CI/CD practices. The role combines strategic oversight and hands-on testing responsibilities in a dynamic environment. Full-time contract for 18 months with competitive hourly rates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software testing, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in test management and defect tracking tools.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement test strategies and processes.
• Coordinate testing activities across projects and teams.
• Mentor junior testers and promote best practices in testing.

Skills

Software testing

SDLC

Agile methodologies

Test management tools

Test automation tools

Analytical skills

Leadership abilities

Education

ISTQB certification

Tools

Microsoft Azure DevOps

Selenium

Java

Micro Focus Load Runner

JMeter

Snowflake

Job description

Overview

Position Term: Contract, Full Time (18 Months)
Level: 10
Salary: $52.27 to $65.34/per hour
Location: Head Office, Toronto

iGaming Ontario leads the Province of Ontario’s dynamic internet gaming (igaming) market that, in its third year generated $83 billion in total wagers, a 31% increase over the previous year. This resulted in $3.2 billion in total gaming revenue from over 80 gaming sites. Ontario’s igaming market sustained almost 15,000 full-time equivalent jobs across the province. To achieve these results, iGaming Ontario is guided by its vision to Lead the World’s Best Gaming Market.

iGaming Ontario is seeking a Senior QA Analyst. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Business Solutions Support, the Senior QA Analyst will act in a role that combines the strategic oversight of a Test Lead with the hands-on responsibilities of a Test Analyst. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about ensuring software quality across the development lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Defining and implementing test strategies, plans, and processes.
• Coordinating testing activities across projects and teams.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for QA-related matters.
• Mentoring junior testers and promoting best practices in testing.
• Analyzing requirements and design comprehensive test cases.
• Executing manual and automated tests across various platforms.
• Identifying, documenting, and tracking defects using appropriate tools.
• Performing functional, regression, integration, and system testing.
• Working closely with developers, business analysts, and project managers.
• Participating in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Providing regular test status updates and quality metrics to stakeholders.

The ideal candidate must have

• 5+ years of experience in software testing, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile, and testing methodologies.
• Proficiency in test management and defect tracking tools (e.g. Microsoft Azure DevOps).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Java).
• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g. Micro Focus Load Runner, JMeter).
• Experience with test data tools (e.g. Java, Snowflake).
• Experience in testing web, desktop, and API-based applications.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• ISTQB or equivalent certification is a plus.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a criminal background check.

Work policy and union information

iGaming Ontario has implemented a minimum three-day per week in-office schedule and may implement a full return to office in 2026. The terms of iGaming Ontario’s Hybrid Work Policy are subject to change at any time, including its office location, the removal of the Hybrid Work Policy and a return to full-time in-office work.

This position falls within the scope of a bargaining unit represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In the upcoming months, iGaming Ontario and OPSEU will be negotiating the terms of a collective agreement which, once concluded, will govern the terms and conditions of this position.

Equal opportunity and accommodations

iGaming Ontario is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer.

iGaming Ontario has the responsibility to lead by example in advancing racial equity and to build a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and the opportunity to fully contribute. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application including, but not limited to, individuals identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within Ontario’s Human Rights Code.

Disability related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request.