Senior Software Test Engineer

Bridgenext; Ottawa; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgenext is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineer to ensure application quality and stability through both manual and automated testing. This role involves close collaboration with development teams and requires strong expertise in QA methodologies, making it essential for delivering high-quality software solutions. You'll work remotely across Canada in a dynamic environment, helping the company achieve its digital aspirations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on QA experience in software testing.
• Strong knowledge of manual and automation testing practices.
• Experience in creating and managing test data.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and execute detailed test cases.
• Identify, log, and track defects precisely.
• Drive continuous improvements in testing processes.

Skills

Manual testing

Automation testing

Agile methodologies

Bug tracking tools

Test data management

Tools

Selenium

Cypress

Job description

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Bridgenext is a digital consulting services leader that helps clients innovate with intention and realize their digital aspirations by creating digital products, experiences, and solutions around what real people need. Our global consulting and delivery teams facilitate highly strategic digital initiatives through digital product engineering, automation, data engineering, and infrastructure modernization services, while elevating brands through digital experience, creative content, and customer data analytics services.

Don't just work, thrive. At Bridgenext, you have an opportunity to make a real difference - driving tangible business value for clients, while simultaneously propelling your own career growth. Our flexible and inclusive work culture provides you with the autonomy, resources, and opportunities to succeed.

We’re looking for a Senior QA Engineer with a strong background in manual testing. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring the quality and stability of our applications by embedding testing expertise into a collaborative and flexible development environment. This is not a typical QA role — you'll work closely with developers, influence testing strategies, and adapt to dynamic project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as an embedded QA within the development team from early design through release
• Create, manage, and execute detailed test cases across different functional areas
• Identify, log, and track defects clearly and precisely
• Develop and manage test data for a wide range of scenarios
• Perform both manual and automated testing to maintain product reliability and performance
• Collaborate closely with developers and stakeholders for early issue detection and resolution
• Coach team members on quality best practices
• Stay responsive and adaptable to changing project needs and timelines
• Drive continuous improvements in testing processes and product quality
  
  
  

Workplace Remote work from anywhere in Canada supporting Pacific Timezone (PST) office hours

Must Have Skills

• 5+ years of hands-on QA experience in software testing
• Experience working in Agile or cross-functional teams
• Strong knowledge of manual and automation testing practices
• Proficiency with bug tracking tools (e.g., Rally, Bugzilla) and test management platforms
• Experience in creating and managing test data
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments with undefined scopes
  
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to Transportation Management Systems (TMS) or logistics domain
• Experience with automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps QA integration
• Working knowledge of scripting or programming languages
• Experience mentoring or guiding junior team members is a plus
  
  
  

Professional Skills

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Strong team and individual player
• Maintains composure during all types of situations and is collaborative by nature
• High standards of professionalism, consistently producing high quality results
• Self-sufficient, independent requiring very little supervision or intervention
• Demonstrate flexibility and openness to bring creative solutions to address issues
  
  
  

Bridgenext is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Canadian citizens and those authorized to work in Canada are encouraged to apply

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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