test engineer, software

Rival Insurance Technology; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern InsurTech company is seeking a QA Specialist in Toronto to ensure product reliability and performance. The role involves designing test strategies and automating quality processes while collaborating closely with engineering and product teams. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Computer Science and over 3 years of software quality assurance experience. This permanent full-time position offers a hybrid work environment with competitive hourly compensation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance or testing.
• Proven ability to design and implement testing solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans.
• Build and maintain automated testing frameworks.
• Identify and analyze software defects for resolution.

Skills

Software quality assurance

Automated testing

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Selenium

JUnit

TestNG

Postman

Job description

Title posted on CareerBeacon - QA Specialist

Posted on November 02, 2025 by Employer details Rival Insurance Technology

Job details

At Rival, we’re redefining what technology means in insurance. As a modern InsurTech company, we believe in building elegant, intelligent systems that empower clients, unlock data, and scale with purpose. We are a remote‑first team that values trust, transparency, and flexibility. We prioritize learning, feedback, and experimentation. You will work with a modern tech stack, including Azure, and our evolving AI strategy.

We are committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable workplace. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, let us know and we’ll work with you.

The Opportunity

As a QA Specialist, you’ll ensure every Rival product release delivers reliability, performance, and an exceptional user experience. You’ll design and execute test strategies, automate quality processes, and partner closely with engineers, analysts, and product managers to make sure every feature meets our standards for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Testing Strategy & Execution – Develop and execute comprehensive test plans across functional, regression, performance, and usability areas. Define clear test objectives aligned with release goals and product requirements. Use risk‑based, right‑sized testing to cover likely edge cases without slowing delivery.
• Automation & Continuous Quality – Build, maintain, and optimize automated testing frameworks (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Postman). Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for fast, consistent validation. Own and maintain a lightweight smoke suite and lean regression pack that provide a clear go/no‑go signal before each build or release.
• Defect Analysis & Reporting – Identify, document, and analyze software defects, including root cause analysis and resolution tracking. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to prioritize and close quality gaps. Aim for reliable, high‑quality releases balancing thoroughness with delivery and focusing on issues that impact users most.
• Process Improvement & Collaboration – Continuously assess QA practices, tools, and coverage to improve efficiency and scalability. Contribute to release readiness reviews and sprint planning to ensure quality is embedded early.
• Documentation & Knowledge Sharing – Maintain clear, traceable test documentation, dashboards, and reports for visibility. Share learnings and best practices to improve QA maturity across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance or testing, ideally within SaaS or InsurTech environments.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and maintain manual and automated testing solutions.
• Hands‑on experience with testing tools such as Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or Postman.
• Familiarity with CI/CD systems, SDLC, and Agile methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration.
• A passion for continuous improvement and learning new technologies.

Location & Compensation

• Location: Toronto, ON
• Work location: Hybrid
• Salary: $31.00 to $82.00 HOUR hourly
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source: CareerBeacon #2492252

Advertised until: 2025-12-05