Senior Software QA Specialist

Fortinet; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering cybersecurity firm as a Senior Software QA Specialist, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of innovative cloud security solutions. This exciting position involves designing and executing test cases, performing end-to-end testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality. With a focus on cutting-edge technologies, you will contribute to delivering exceptional security products that safeguard clients globally. If you are passionate about software quality and eager to make a meaningful impact in the cybersecurity landscape, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

100% company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health Spending Account

Personal Spending Account

Employee & Family Assistance Plan

Critical illness, disability, and life insurance

Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match

Competitive Paid Time Off

Flexible leave policies

Equity program participation

Annual bonus eligibility

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software testing, especially with SaaS platforms.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts and API testing tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute test cases for cloud-based security products.
• Collaborate with teams to identify and resolve software defects.

Skills

Software Testing

API Testing

Attention to Detail

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Networking Knowledge

Database Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Postman

SoapUI

Selenium

Python

Git

Job description

Join Fortinet, a cybersecurity pioneer with over two decades of excellence, as we continue to shape the future of cybersecurity and redefine the intersection of networking and security. At Fortinet, our mission is to safeguard people, devices, and data everywhere. We are currently seeking a dynamic Senior Software QA Specialist to contribute to the success of our rapidly growing business.

You would act as a Senior Software QA Specialist for the FortiGate Cloud team where we are revolutionizing the cybersecurity landscape by providing world-class cloud solutions. You’ll help drive our commitment to software quality, ensuring that our cloud-based security products meet the highest standards. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to delivering exceptional cloud security solutions to our clients.

As a Senior Software QA Specialist, your responsibilities will include:

• Design, develop, and execute test cases for FortiGate Cloud products, with a strong focus on Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) testing.
• Perform end-to-end testing of new and existing features, ensuring all components of the platform function seamlessly.
• Work closely with product management and development teams to identify and resolve software defects.
• Collaborate in reviewing and refining documentation, ensuring that test procedures, test cases, and bug reports are thoroughly detailed.
• Execute manual and automated tests on APIs, databases, and networking components.
• Identify and analyze root causes of defects, providing actionable insights to improve product quality.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of networking, database technologies, and cloud-based applications.
• Contribute to process improvements and best practices in software quality assurance.

We are looking for:

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in software testing, particularly with SaaS platforms.
• Networking Knowledge: Solid understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
• Database Knowledge: Familiarity with database technologies and query languages (SQL, etc.).
• API Testing: Hands-on experience with API testing using tools such as Postman, SoapUI, or similar.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional focus on identifying even the smallest inconsistencies or potential defects.
• Documentation Skills: Strong documentation habits with a keen eye for writing clear, concise, and actionable reports.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Test Automation (a plus): Experience with test automation frameworks and scripting (e.g., Selenium, Python, etc.) is highly desirable.

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with cloud-based solutions and services, especially in the cybersecurity domain.
• Experience working in agile environments and using version control tools like Git.

About Our Team:

Join our team, known for its collaborative ethos, working seamlessly with global customers, internal engineering teams, and product development groups. Our team culture emphasizes continuous learning, innovation, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. We embrace Fortinet’s core values of openness, teamwork, and innovation, fostering an environment where team members support each other, share knowledge, and leverage AI to solve complex technical challenges. Our inclusive and dynamic team thrives on collaboration and is driven by the shared goal of maintaining Fortinet’s high standards of excellence in cybersecurity solutions.

Why Join Us:

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being.

Embark on a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe.

The Canada base salary range for this full-time position is expected to be between $85,000 - $115,000 annually. Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labour market, job type, and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate’s subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, and experience.

Fortinet strives to provide you and your family with a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits eligibility starts on your first day of hire and comprises of 100% company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, including a Health Spending Account and a Personal Spending Account that gives you flexibility to spend where you need it the most. Our Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers you and your family access to various services like counseling, legal advice, mental health resources, etc. We also provide critical illness, disability, and life insurance, as well as a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with a company match to help you save faster for retirement. We offer competitive Paid Time Off and flexible leave policies, including paid health days, to help you take care of yourself and your family members.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program. Bonus eligibility is reviewed at the time of hire and annually at the Company’s discretion.