Systems Testing/QA Specialist – Junior

2iResourcing; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Systems Testing/QA Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role involves creating and executing automated test scripts using cutting-edge tools like Selenium and Playwright, while also ensuring comprehensive manual testing coverage. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in testing web applications, including RESTful APIs and WCAG compliance. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, collaborating closely with developers and stakeholders to enhance system quality. If you're passionate about quality assurance and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in automation tools and writing test scripts for Angular applications.
• Experience with Oracle DB and SQL query optimization.
• Strong manual testing skills to ensure comprehensive coverage.

Responsibilities

• Create and run automated test scripts using Selenium and Playwright.
• Test RESTful APIs and ensure compliance with WCAG standards.
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to identify defects.

Skills

Automation tools (Selenium, Playwright)

JavaScript/TypeScript

Oracle DB

Azure DevOps

RESTful APIs testing

WCAG compliance testing

Manual testing

CI/CD pipelines

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Postman

SoapUI

Visio

MS Office

MS Project

MS Outlook

Job description

RQ08169 - Systems Testing/QA Specialist – Junior

Client: Ministry of Education

Period: 12 months

Start Date: 2025-04-01

End Date: 2026-03-31

Working Hrs.: 7.25 Hrs. / day

Location: 777 Bay St 4th floor

Please note this role is part of a Hybrid Work Arrangement and resource(s) will be required to work at a minimum of 2-3 days per week at 5700 Yonge St.

MUST HAVES:

• Proficiency in automation tools like Selenium and Playwright to create and run automated test scripts.
• Knowledge of writing and troubleshooting test scripts, and familiarity with JavaScript/TypeScript for testing Angular applications.
• Experience with Oracle DB, including writing and optimizing SQL queries, and understanding PL/SQL.
• Proficiency in Azure DevOps for managing test cases and tracking defects.
• Skills in testing RESTful APIs using tools like Postman or SoapUI.
• Experience testing for WCAG compliance in web applications, experience using automated test tools such as AXE and screen readers (NVDA, Narrator) for testing.

Description:

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

QA and Technical Skills - 75%

• Strong skills in manual testing to complement automated tests, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
• Proficiency in automation tools like Selenium and Playwright to create and run automated test scripts.
• Knowledge of writing and troubleshooting test scripts, and familiarity with JavaScript/TypeScript for testing Angular applications.
• Experience with Oracle DB, including writing and optimizing SQL queries, and understanding PL/SQL.
• Proficiency in Azure DevOps for managing test cases and tracking defects.
• Skills in testing RESTful APIs using tools like Postman or SoapUI.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools in Azure DevOps to integrate automated tests.
• Experience testing for WCAG compliance in web applications, experience using automated test tools such as AXE and screen readers (NVDA, Narrator) for testing.
• Experience in testing reports and other enhancements to systems.

General and Soft Skills - 20%

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to identify even the smallest defects and inconsistencies.
• Strong problem-solving skills to understand complex systems and identify potential issues.
• Experience working in agile and waterfall environments.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects with competing priorities.
• Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with client organization.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Experience with desktop tools (Visio, MS Office, MS Project, MS Outlook).

Organization Experience - 5%

• Previous public sector experience in an organization of equivalent size and complexity to the Ontario Public Service.