Senior Software Quality Assurance Analyst

Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada

. Define and implement testing strategies that ensure the quality, reliability, and proper performance of organizational software .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeOttawa • CanadaSenior💰 CA$96,557 - CA$128,743 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in defining and implementing testing strategies, including both manual and automated testing, to ensure software quality and reliability. Proficient in integrating testing into the software development lifecycle and collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve defects.

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Test AutomationAgile MethodologiesQuality AssuranceCI/CD IntegrationDefect Management

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Hard Skills

Automated TestingManual TestingFunctional TestingPerformance TestingAPI TestingRisk-Based TestingTest Case DesignRegression TestingUsability TestingIntegration Testing

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Azure DevOpsJira

Industry Keywords

Quality AssuranceSoftware Development LifecycleTesting StrategiesUser Acceptance TestingIT Systems Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Azure

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and implement testing strategies that ensure the quality, reliability, and proper performance of organizational software
Lead manual and automated testing and take responsibility for the related frameworks, tools, and test evidence
Design, implement, and maintain automated testing solutions
Integrate testing into the software development lifecycle and collaborate with developers, product owners, and deployment teams to identify and resolve defects
Define and execute testing strategies and plans aligned with the architecture, timelines, and quality objectives
Design, document, and execute manual and automated test cases for functional, non-functional, integration, and regression requirements
Design, implement, and maintain risk-based test automation frameworks and scripts
Integrate automated testing into continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
Identify, document, track, and retest defects with software development teams
Support and validate user acceptance testing
Collaborate with deployment and business teams and track testing progress, risks, and quality metrics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, or a related field
At least 5 years of experience in quality assurance test automation or software development
At least 5 years of experience testing web applications, including functional, usability, security, and performance testing
At least 3 years of experience testing back-end services (APIs) and application integration points
At least 2 years of experience working in an Agile environment
In-depth knowledge of IT systems development principles and practices
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Experience with Azure DevOps, Jira, or another requirements or defect management tool
Candidates must meet government security requirements
Preference will be given to candidates authorized to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian citizens or permanent residents)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based compensation
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Hybrid work arrangements
Three to four weeks of paid vacation
Organization-wide holiday closure
Shorter Fridays during the summer
No-meeting Fridays
Continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and workshops
Language training
Diverse and inclusive workplace
Wellness initiatives
Mental health support
Fitness programs
Volunteer activities and corporate social responsibility programs
Relocation assistance for eligible candidates