We are seeking a highly experienced and analytical Senior Systems Testing/QA Specialist to contribute to the testing activities for a critical Integrations project. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the test strategy, managing all test activities including stress/load testing, and driving the development and execution of both manual and automated tests. This role requires a minimum of 8 years of demonstrated QA experience, expertise in automation tools like Selenium, JMeter, and Python/Java, and strong skills in defect management and cross-functional communication. This is a Hybrid role based in Toronto.
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Duration: 10 months (with possibility of extension)
Advantages
- Extended Duration: Secure a long-term engagement with an initial term of 10 months and the possibility of extension.
- Leadership Role: Lead the test strategy and execution for a critical Integrations project.
- Automation Focus: Directly apply and enhance expertise in modern automation tools (Selenium, JMeter, Python/Java).
- Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model based in Toronto.
Responsibilities
The Senior Systems Testing/QA Specialist will be responsible for:
- Leading the development of the overall test strategy, and preparing detailed test cases, scenarios, test scripts, and regression test suites.
- Managing all test activities, including stress/load testing. Developing, maintaining, and executing automated test scripts using Selenium, JMeter, Python, or Java. Supervising the execution of manual test cases and reporting test results.
- Reconciling, managing, recording, and tracking defects (system/functional, break/fixes) and change requests using a collaborative tool. Leading triage sessions and working with developers and client leads to prioritize, schedule, and remediate defects.
- Planning, facilitating, and supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and providing guidance to business users. Identifying potential quality issues and escalating them to management.
- Reviewing functional and design specifications, identifying test requirements, and designing the test coverage plan. Preparing test data sets that mimic real-world scenarios and using database queries (SQL) to extract and validate data.
- Developing and maintaining all test artifacts (test plans, test cases, test scripts, data validation). Ensuring clear and concise communication with the Project Manager and developers regarding application quality and alignment with project timelines.
Qualifications
Must-Have Experience:
- 8+ years of demonstrated QA experience, including experience leading QA teams and using a collaborative tool to track and communicate defects and change requests.
- Experience in all phases of the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Experience on Automation testing script creation and execution using Selenium, JMeter, Python, or Java.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; organizational, creativity, and perseverance skills; and strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Conceptual skills to see the big picture and assist in integrating QA/testing processes and standards.
Desired Skills (Assets):
- Expert ability to use Azure DevOps or Jira to track test suites and bugs.
- Experience in performing API performance testing and using SQL queries to validate data.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and break down complex systems, quickly identify root causes, and propose solutions.
- Experience with User Acceptance Testing and leading initial UAT sessions.
Summary
If you're interested in the Senior Systems Testing/QA Specialist role based in Toronto, we encourage you to apply online at www.randstad.ca. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for the next steps. We look forward to hearing from you!
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.
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We are seeking a highly experienced and analytical Senior Systems Testing/QA Specialist to contribute to the testing activities for a critical Integrations project. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the test strategy, managing all test activities including stress/load testing, and driving the development and execution of both manual and automated tests. This role requires a minimum of 8 years of demonstrated QA experience, expertise in automation tools like Selenium, JMeter, and Python/Java, and strong skills in defect management and cross-functional communication. This is a Hybrid role based in Toronto.
Duration: 10 months (with possibility of extension)
Advantages
- Extended Duration: Secure a long-term engagement with an initial term of 10 months and the possibility of extension.
- Leadership Role: Lead the test strategy and execution for a critical Integrations project.
- Automation Focus: Directly apply and enhance expertise in modern automation tools (Selenium, JMeter, Python/Java).
- Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model based in Toronto.
Responsibilities
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The Senior Systems Testing/QA Specialist will be responsible for:
- Leading the development of the overall test strategy, and preparing detailed test cases, scenarios, test scripts, and regression test suites.
- Managing all test activities, including stress/load testing. Developing, maintaining, and executing automated test scripts using Selenium, JMeter, Python, or Java. Supervising the execution of manual test cases and reporting test results.
- Reconciling, managing, recording, and tracking defects (system/functional, break/fixes) and change requests using a collaborative tool. Leading triage sessions and working with developers and client leads to prioritize, schedule, and remediate defects.
- Planning, facilitating, and supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and providing guidance to business users. Identifying potential quality issues and escalating them to management.
- Reviewing functional and design specifications, identifying test requirements, and designing the test coverage plan. Preparing test data sets that mimic real-world scenarios and using database queries (SQL) to extract and validate data.
- Developing and maintaining all test artifacts (test plans, test cases, test scripts, data validation). Ensuring clear and concise communication with the Project Manager and developers regarding application quality and alignment with project timelines.
Qualifications
Must-Have Experience:
- 8+ years of demonstrated QA experience, including experience leading QA teams and using a collaborative tool to track and communicate defects and change requests.
- Experience in all phases of the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Experience on Automation testing script creation and execution using Selenium, JMeter, Python, or Java.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; organizational, creativity, and perseverance skills; and strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Conceptual skills to see the big picture and assist in integrating QA/testing processes and standards.
Desired Skills (Assets):
- Expert ability to use Azure DevOps or Jira to track test suites and bugs.
- Experience in performing API performance testing and using SQL queries to validate data.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and break down complex systems, quickly identify root causes, and propose solutions.
- Experience with User Acceptance Testing and leading initial UAT sessions.
Summary
If you're interested in the Senior Systems Testing/QA Specialist role based in Toronto, we encourage you to apply online at www.randstad.ca. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for the next steps. We look forward to hearing from you!
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.
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