Software Verification Specialist

Systematix group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Systematix is seeking a Software Verification Specialist to join a client’s Product Development team on a contract basis in Toronto. The role focuses on planning, executing, and documenting verification across the software lifecycle for analytical instruments.

The ideal candidate has a scientific background, laboratory method development exposure, and hands-on software testing within Agile environments. Hybrid onsite work at the North Toronto location is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree in chemistry, engineering or related science.
• 2+ years of laboratory method development.
• 2+ years experience with Mass Spectrometry instrumentation.
• 1+ years with LC systems and peripherals.
• Experience designing test cases from lab workflows.
• Hands-on software testing including regression, system, exploratory, performance, stress, and acceptance testing.
• Experience in Agile, Scrum, XP or TDD environments is a plus.
• Experience with Omics applications is desirable.
• Exposure to cloud-based applications is a plus.
• Ability to quickly learn new lab hardware and software platforms.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify software products meet functional and business requirements.
• Define and refine product requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Translate high-level requirements into verification scenarios.
• Collaborate with developers, scientists, and product teams to clarify requirements.
• Design, develop, maintain, and execute manual and automated test suites.
• Perform regression, exploratory, system, performance, stress, and acceptance testing.
• Validate product robustness, reliability, and overall software quality.
• Maintain verification traceability between requirements and test cases.
• Track verification progress, risks, issues, and overall test status.
• Document defects clearly and communicate findings to developers and designers.
• Support Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement of testing practices.

Skills

Test design

Software testing

Agile/Scrum

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Lab methods

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Engineering or related science

Tools

Mass Spectrometry

LC Systems

Cloud technologies

Job description

We are Systematix and we are currently looking for a Software Verification Specialist to join our client’s Product Development team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for someone with a scientific background and hands‑on laboratory experience who is passionate about software quality and enjoys working at the intersection of science, technology, and product development.

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Our client is a global leader in scientific instrumentation and life sciences technology, developing industry‑leading analytical solutions used by researchers and laboratories around the world. As part of an Agile product development team, you will help ensure the quality and reliability of software used to control sophisticated scientific instruments.

Working closely with software developers, scientists, and product designers, you will plan, execute, and document verification activities across the software development lifecycle. Your work will help ensure products meet defined quality standards while supporting the delivery of innovative scientific solutions.

ABOUT THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Verify that software products meet functional and business requirements.
• Participate in defining and refining product requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Translate high‑level requirements into comprehensive verification scenarios.
• Collaborate with developers, scientists, and product teams to clarify requirements.
• Design, develop, maintain, and execute manual and automated test suites.
• Perform regression, exploratory, system, performance, stress, and acceptance testing.
• Validate product robustness, reliability, and overall software quality.
• Maintain verification traceability between requirements and test cases.
• Track verification progress, risks, issues, and overall test status.
• Document defects clearly and communicate findings to developers and designers.
• Support Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement of testing practices.

ABOUT THE QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or another scientific discipline (Chemistry strongly preferred).
• 2+ years of laboratory method development experience.
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience working with Mass Spectrometry instrumentation is highly desirable.
• 1+ years of experience working with LC (Liquid Chromatography) systems and related laboratory peripherals.
• Experience designing test cases based on realistic laboratory workflows.
• Hands‑on software testing experience, including regression, system, exploratory, performance, stress, and acceptance testing, is considered a strong asset.
• Experience working within Agile, Scrum, XP, or Test‑Driven Development (TDD) environments is an asset.
• Experience supporting Omics applications (proteomics, metabolomics, genomics, etc.) is highly desirable.
• Exposure to cloud‑based applications or cloud technologies is considered an asset.
• Ability to quickly learn new laboratory hardware and software platforms.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a contract position supporting a global product development team. The successful candidate will work in a hybrid model, with at least three days per week onsite at our client's North Toronto office.

PAY DISCLOSURE

The hourly pay range for this position is CAD $36.00 to $42.00 per hour, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

AI DISCLOSURE

Systematix uses AI‑enabled tools to support portions of our recruitment process, including resume review, candidate matching, and administrative tasks. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment professionals based on qualifications, experience, and client requirements.

ABOUT SYSTEMATIX

Systematix is a global consulting and resourcing firm headquartered in Canada with offices across North America and the United Kingdom. For more than 50 years, we have delivered exceptional consulting services and technology talent to Fortune 500 organizations, public sector clients, and leading organizations across a broad range of industries.

Systematix is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and provide accommodation throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation. If accommodation is required, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.