We are seeking a Senior Systems Testing/QA Specialist to lead quality assurance efforts for large-scale, high-availability systems. This role is responsible for the end-to-end testing lifecycle, including the development of strategies, test plans, and scripts for both Graphical User Interface (GUI) and non-GUI environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in testing Real-Time Data feeds and mission-critical communications technologies, ensuring that in-house and COTS solutions meet rigorous performance and security standards.
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Pay Rate: $414-$451.98/Diem
Advantages
- Specialized Domain Knowledge: Gain experience in critical public safety infrastructure involving radio and emergency dispatch systems.
- Full-Spectrum Testing: Engage in everything from low-level integrated scripting to high-level UAT and stress testing.
- High-Stakes Environment: Contribute to the reliability of systems where performance and high availability are mission-critical.
- Stable Onsite Engagement: Work within a structured, professional environment with clear daily objectives and a collaborative project team.
Responsibilities
- Testing Strategy & Planning: Provide expert advice on testing tools, resource identification, and overall strategy. Develop comprehensive test plans, scenarios, and scripts.
- Specialized Testing: Execute high-intensity testing phases including System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), stress tests, and performance/load testing.
- Domain-Specific Validation: Test specialized telephony and radio technologies, including IP-based telephony (Avaya), P25 radio standards, and Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) applications.
- Automation & Version Control: Leverage automated testing tools (such as Eggplant or Selenium) and manage defects using JIRA, Confluence, or TestRail.
- Integration & Environment Management: Configure system environments and test applications involving high availability and real-time data integration.
- AODA Compliance: Ensure all solutions meet the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and WCAG standards.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in developing test strategies and troubleshooting complex technical issues across all phases of the SDLC.
- Hands-on experience with telephony and radio technologies (Avaya, P25, CAD).
- Proficiency in testing High Availability applications and Real-Time Data.
- Experience with desktop, mobile, and COTS application testing.
- Expert knowledge of defect management and version control (JIRA, Confluence, TestRail).
- Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (Selenium, Eggplant preferred).
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments and meet strict deadlines.
Summary
If you are a QA Expert with a background in mission-critical communications and a deep understanding of automated testing for real-time systems, 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 Senior Systems Testing/QA Specialist to lead quality assurance efforts for large-scale, high-availability systems. This role is responsible for the end-to-end testing lifecycle, including the development of strategies, test plans, and scripts for both Graphical User Interface (GUI) and non-GUI environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in testing Real-Time Data feeds and mission-critical communications technologies, ensuring that in-house and COTS solutions meet rigorous performance and security standards.
Pay Rate: $414-$451.98/Diem
Advantages
- Specialized Domain Knowledge: Gain experience in critical public safety infrastructure involving radio and emergency dispatch systems.
- Full-Spectrum Testing: Engage in everything from low-level integrated scripting to high-level UAT and stress testing.
- High-Stakes Environment: Contribute to the reliability of systems where performance and high availability are mission-critical.
- Stable Onsite Engagement: Work within a structured, professional environment with clear daily objectives and a collaborative project team.
Responsibilities
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- Testing Strategy & Planning: Provide expert advice on testing tools, resource identification, and overall strategy. Develop comprehensive test plans, scenarios, and scripts.
- Specialized Testing: Execute high-intensity testing phases including System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), stress tests, and performance/load testing.
- Domain-Specific Validation: Test specialized telephony and radio technologies, including IP-based telephony (Avaya), P25 radio standards, and Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) applications.
- Automation & Version Control: Leverage automated testing tools (such as Eggplant or Selenium) and manage defects using JIRA, Confluence, or TestRail.
- Integration & Environment Management: Configure system environments and test applications involving high availability and real-time data integration.
- AODA Compliance: Ensure all solutions meet the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and WCAG standards.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in developing test strategies and troubleshooting complex technical issues across all phases of the SDLC.
- Hands-on experience with telephony and radio technologies (Avaya, P25, CAD).
- Proficiency in testing High Availability applications and Real-Time Data.
- Experience with desktop, mobile, and COTS application testing.
- Expert knowledge of defect management and version control (JIRA, Confluence, TestRail).
- Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (Selenium, Eggplant preferred).
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments and meet strict deadlines.
Summary
If you are a QA Expert with a background in mission-critical communications and a deep understanding of automated testing for real-time systems, 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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