Job Summary:

The Systems Testing/QA Specialist - Intermediate is responsible for planning, developing, and executing comprehensive testing strategies and test plans to ensure the quality and reliability of enterprise-level software systems. This role involves manual and automated testing, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and adherence to compliance standards including AODA. The specialist will also contribute to performance testing, defect tracking, and continuous integration processes within Agile environments.

Responsibilities:

- Advise on testing strategies, test plans, tool selection, and resource allocation.
- Plan and organize testing efforts for GUI and non-GUI systems including integration, functional, regression, and user acceptance testing.
- Develop and execute test cases, scripts, and automated tests using tools such as Selenium, UFT, and Postman.
- Identify, document, and track defects using tools like JIRA, ALM, and Azure DevOps.
- Collaborate with developers, analysts, and project managers to clarify requirements and ensure quality.
- Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and participate in Agile ceremonies.
- Conduct performance, stress, and load testing to validate system scalability and reliability.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements including AODA.
- Maintain detailed documentation of test results, coverage, and quality metrics.
- Provide input for user manuals and release notes.

Required Skills:
- 2+ years of experience in software testing within enterprise IT environments.
- Proficiency in manual and automated testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Postman).
- Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall testing methodologies.
- Experience with defect tracking and test management tools such as JIRA, Azure DevOps, or ALM.
- Understanding of cloud technologies including Azure and AWS.
- Ability to write explicit,



comprehensive test cases and execute them effectively.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integration tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git).
- Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner.
- Knowledge of databases such as SQL and Oracle for backend testing.
- Understanding of AODA compliance and related accessibility standards.

Desired Skills:
- Experience coding automated test scripts and working with programming languages.
- Knowledge of object-oriented testing methods and information management principles.
- Experience testing Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) applications.
- Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Bash for automation.
- Experience in security testing and collaboration with security specialists.
- Capability to develop and manage robust test data strategies ensuring data privacy.

Rated Criteria:
- Test Planning and Strategy Development - 25 Points
- Manual and Automated Testing Execution - 25 Points
- Defect Identification and Tracking - 15 Points
- Performance and Load Testing - 15 Points
- Knowledge of Testing Tools and Automation Frameworks - 10 Points
- Collaboration and Communication Skills - 10 Points

Total: 100 Points Deliverables:
- Comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
- Executed test reports including functional, integration, regression, and performance tests.
- Documented defect logs and resolution tracking.
- Automated test scripts integrated into CI/CD pipelines.
- Quality metrics and test coverage documentation.
- Input for user manuals and release notes related to testing outcomes.

Must Haves:
- Minimum 2 years of enterprise-level software testing experience.
- Hands-on experience with manual and automated testing tools and frameworks.
- Deep understanding of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS.
- Availability to work 5 days onsite.

Public Sector Experience:

Preferred

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