Senior Software Release QA

Fortinet, Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Software Release QA to join a dynamic QA team. In this role, you'll be responsible for testing an innovative endpoint security product across multiple platforms, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. You'll engage in both manual and automated testing, utilizing your programming skills in Python to enhance testing efficiency. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with talented professionals in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage and a retirement savings plan, while contributing to the security of networks worldwide.

Benefits

100% company-paid medical coverage

Dental and vision coverage

Health Spending Account

Personal Spending Account

Employee & Family Assistance Plan

Critical illness insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Group RRSP with company match

Competitive Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software testing and network administration.
• Proficient in Python scripting and familiar with QA processes.

Responsibilities

• Run manual and automated testing of FortiClient software.
• Setup and maintain test systems with various network components.

Skills

Network Administration

Python Scripting

Windows Administration

macOS Administration

Linux Administration

Relational Databases

QA Processes

Creating Test Cases

Running Test Cases

Bug Reporting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MySQL

Postgres SQL

Microsoft SQL Server

Job description

Fortinet is looking for Software Release QA to join the FortiClient QA Team. FortiClient is an endpoint security product for Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, Android OS, Apple iOS, and Chromebook.

As a Software Release QA, you will be working on testing of FortiClient, which integrates with various Fortinet products including the FortiGate, FortiAnalyzer, FortiManager, FortiSandbox, and FortiGuard Distribution Network (FDN). These positions offer incumbents experience in working with each of these technologies. The positions entail challenges that vary from day to day, as new technologies and ideas come up in the computer and networking industry that require to be monitored and protected.

Job Responsibilities:

• Run manual development and release testing of FortiClient
• Setup and maintain various test systems involving multiple network components, using physical or virtual machines (VM)
• Run and review results of regression test systems
• Implement and maintain automated test software using Python scripting language
• Create test reports in internal tracking systems
• Monitor and handle customer responses and issues
• Continuously review and report best practices in the industry
• Work with other Fortinet products: FortiGate, FortiAnalyzer, FortiManager, FortiSandbox, etc.
• Work with developers, team leads, and other QA specialists

Job Skills Required:

• Experience Level – 5 Years and above
• Experience with network administration
• Two or more years of related work experience, or a related coop experience, will be an advantage
• Experience with Windows, macOS, or Linux administration
• Experience with programming or scripting skills (Perl, Python, Ruby, Tcl, Bash, Powershell, etc.)
• Knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, Postgres SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, etc.)
• Knowledge of anti-virus, ransomware, exploits, etc.
• Familiarity with QA processes
• Creating test cases
• Running test cases
• Setting up test environments
• Reproducing reported product issues
• Creating bug reports

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar disciplines

The Canada base salary range for this full-time position is expected to be between $85,000 - $116,000 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.

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