We are seeking a Systems Testing/QA Specialist to lead quality assurance efforts for enterprise solutions built on the Microsoft ecosystem. This role focuses on the validation of Low-Code/No-Code platforms and complex system integrations. You will be responsible for the full testing lifecycle, providing strategic advice on tool selection, developing robust test plans, and ensuring that software meets both functional requirements and accessibility standards. The ideal candidate has a strong technical background in API testing and Azure DevOps for tracking enterprise-level software defects.
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Pay Rate: $414- $451.98/Diem
Advantages
- Technical Specialization: Master the nuances of testing high-growth low-code environments and complex cloud-based Microsoft integrations.
- Strategic Influence: Shape the testing approach for large systems, from initial test strategy creation to final UAT sign-offs.
- Professional Growth: Take a lead role in mentoring junior staff and establishing best practices for test automation within the team.
- Operational Impact: Ensure the reliability and security of mission-critical systems that handle sensitive organizational data.
Responsibilities
- Specialized Platform Testing: Lead testing efforts for Microsoft Power Platform, Dynamics 365, and Power BI, ensuring that low-code configurations meet business logic requirements.
- API Validation: Perform rigorous API testing to validate endpoints, ensuring data accuracy and secure communication between integrated systems.
- End-to-End Integration: Validate how diverse systems and components interact, ensuring seamless data flow across the entire architectural stack.
- Test Management: Leverage Azure DevOps for comprehensive test case management, bug tracking, and alignment with user stories.
- Accessibility Compliance: Conduct specialized AODA testing using industry-standard tools like NVDA, WAVE, and Accessibility Insights for Web to ensure inclusive digital experiences.
- Performance & Security: Monitor system performance and uncover potential vulnerabilities to ensure data and resources are protected from unauthorized access.
- Leadership & UAT: Support and lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to secure stakeholder sign-offs; coach junior team members in automating test cases for future transitions.
- Agile Collaboration: Participate in Agile ceremonies, collaborating with Product Owners and developers to clarify acceptance criteria and refine user stories.
Qualifications
- Microsoft Stack Expertise: (Must Have) Proven experience testing Power Platform, Power BI, and Dynamics 365.
- Modern QA Tooling: (Must Have) Advanced proficiency in Azure DevOps for defect management and API testing tools (e.g., Postman).
- QA Seniority: Extensive experience in planning and implementing testing efforts for both large GUI and non-GUI environments.
- SDLC & ITIL Knowledge: Deep understanding of all phases of the Systems Development Life Cycle and familiarity with ITIL processes for Change and Release Management.
- Data Proficiency: Strong skills in SQL and other query languages for data retrieval and backend validation.
- Accessibility Standards: Comprehensive knowledge of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and WCAG guidelines.
- Automation: Experience coding automated test scripts to produce scalable, reusable test cases for COTS (Commercial Off-the-Shelf) applications.
Summary
If you are a Senior QA Specialist with a deep understanding of the Microsoft ecosystem and a passion for ensuring high-quality, accessible software, we encourage you to apply today!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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We are seeking a Systems Testing/QA Specialist to lead quality assurance efforts for enterprise solutions built on the Microsoft ecosystem. This role focuses on the validation of Low-Code/No-Code platforms and complex system integrations. You will be responsible for the full testing lifecycle, providing strategic advice on tool selection, developing robust test plans, and ensuring that software meets both functional requirements and accessibility standards. The ideal candidate has a strong technical background in API testing and Azure DevOps for tracking enterprise-level software defects.
Pay Rate: $414- $451.98/Diem
Advantages
- Technical Specialization: Master the nuances of testing high-growth low-code environments and complex cloud-based Microsoft integrations.
- Strategic Influence: Shape the testing approach for large systems, from initial test strategy creation to final UAT sign-offs.
- Professional Growth: Take a lead role in mentoring junior staff and establishing best practices for test automation within the team.
- Operational Impact: Ensure the reliability and security of mission-critical systems that handle sensitive organizational data.
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Responsibilities
- Specialized Platform Testing: Lead testing efforts for Microsoft Power Platform, Dynamics 365, and Power BI, ensuring that low-code configurations meet business logic requirements.
- API Validation: Perform rigorous API testing to validate endpoints, ensuring data accuracy and secure communication between integrated systems.
- End-to-End Integration: Validate how diverse systems and components interact, ensuring seamless data flow across the entire architectural stack.
- Test Management: Leverage Azure DevOps for comprehensive test case management, bug tracking, and alignment with user stories.
- Accessibility Compliance: Conduct specialized AODA testing using industry-standard tools like NVDA, WAVE, and Accessibility Insights for Web to ensure inclusive digital experiences.
- Performance & Security: Monitor system performance and uncover potential vulnerabilities to ensure data and resources are protected from unauthorized access.
- Leadership & UAT: Support and lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to secure stakeholder sign-offs; coach junior team members in automating test cases for future transitions.
- Agile Collaboration: Participate in Agile ceremonies, collaborating with Product Owners and developers to clarify acceptance criteria and refine user stories.
Qualifications
- Microsoft Stack Expertise: (Must Have) Proven experience testing Power Platform, Power BI, and Dynamics 365.
- Modern QA Tooling: (Must Have) Advanced proficiency in Azure DevOps for defect management and API testing tools (e.g., Postman).
- QA Seniority: Extensive experience in planning and implementing testing efforts for both large GUI and non-GUI environments.
- SDLC & ITIL Knowledge: Deep understanding of all phases of the Systems Development Life Cycle and familiarity with ITIL processes for Change and Release Management.
- Data Proficiency: Strong skills in SQL and other query languages for data retrieval and backend validation.
- Accessibility Standards: Comprehensive knowledge of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and WCAG guidelines.
- Automation: Experience coding automated test scripts to produce scalable, reusable test cases for COTS (Commercial Off-the-Shelf) applications.
Summary
If you are a Senior QA Specialist with a deep understanding of the Microsoft ecosystem and a passion for ensuring high-quality, accessible software, we encourage you to apply today!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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