Systems Testing/QA Specialist - Junior

Position: QA Specialist

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

Duration: 110 Days Contract + Possible Extension

Job Description:

QA Skills:

• 2-5 years of experience in executing testing-related activities and data reconciliation for large, complex, business-critical systems with support from Senior team members.
• 2-5 years of experience in assisting with test planning, test cases, and expected test results for complex business systems under the guidance of QA lead.
• Some experience in conducting data analysis, cleansing, conversion, and reconciliation on large, complex systems with oversight from Sr QA staff.
• 2-5 years of experience in executing test cases and scenarios for large, complex systems with a focus on understanding and following detailed test plans.
• Good coordination and organizational skills to assist with QA activities, managing tasks within timelines and handling competing priorities.
• Some experience in Accessibility testing aligned with AODA standards.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of workflow, portfolio management, and rule-driven business solutions.
• Familiarity with web-based 3-tier software platforms.
• Proficiency with testing tools and problem tracking software (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla, Microfocus Product Suite).
• Good understanding of Oracle database tools.
• Proficient in desktop tools (Visio, MS Office, MS Project, MS Outlook).
• Working knowledge of custom implementations and COTS implementations, including IBM J-Rules Engine.
• Working knowledge of web-based application development.
• Familiarity with Accessibility testing tools like WAVES, JAWS, NVDA, and Compliance Sheriff.

General Skills:

• Effective coordination across cross-functional teams.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Good analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

Must Have Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in executing testing-related activities and data reconciliation for large, complex, business-critical systems with support from Senior team members.
• Proficiency with testing tools and problem tracking software (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla, Microfocus Product Suite).
• Familiarity with web-based 3-tier software platforms.
• Effective coordination across cross-functional teams.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Good analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.