Systems Testing/QA Specialist - Senior 26-21035

Russell Tobin & Associates is hiring on behalf of one of its esteemed clients. Job ID: 26-21035 Job Title: Senior Systems Testing/QA Specialist Location: Toronto, ON/Onsite Duration: 150 Business Days with possible extension Client: Public Sector Pay Rate: CAD $60 - $65 per hour Must have: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience 7+ years of hands-on experience in software quality assurance, manual testing, and test automation for enterprise applications Proven experience developing test strategies, test plans, test cases, test scripts, and test data for complex software systems Strong experience performing functional, integration, system, regression, user acceptance (UAT), performance, load, and stress testing Hands-on experience with manual and automated testing using tools such as Playwright, Selenium, UFT (QTP), LoadRunner, or equivalent automation frameworks Experience testing Web APIs and Windows Services using Postman, Swagger, ThunderClient, or similar API testing tools Strong SQL skills with experience performing database validation, backend testing, data integrity checks, and data warehouse testing Experience using HP ALM/HP Quality Center (HPQC), Azure DevOps (TFS), JIRA, Bugzilla, or similar test management and defect tracking tools Experience testing web applications for WCAG 2.0/2.1 AA and AODA compliance, including the use of accessibility tools such as JAWS, NVDA, or similar assistive technologies Experience working across all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) within Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall environments Experience investigating production issues, performing root cause analysis, and collaborating with development teams to resolve defects Strong analytical, communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to coordinate testing activities across multiple teams Previous experience working with Ontario Public Sector (OPS), Education Sector, or other Public Sector organizations is considered a strong asset. Role and Responsibilities: Develop comprehensive testing strategies, test plans, test cases, test scripts, and test data to support enterprise software delivery initiatives Execute manual and automated testing activities, including functional, integration, system, regression, performance, load, stress, and user acceptance testing (UAT) Design, develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using tools such as Playwright, Selenium, UFT (QTP), LoadRunner, and related automation technologies Perform API and web service testing using Postman, Swagger, ThunderClient, and other API validation tools Execute database validation and backend testing by developing complex SQL queries and validating data integrity, consistency, and transformation across enterprise systems Identify, document, prioritize, and track software defects using HP ALM/HPQC, Azure DevOps (TFS), JIRA, Bugzilla, or equivalent defect management tools Validate application accessibility and ensure compliance with WCAG AA and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) standards using assistive technologies and accessibility testing tools Conduct production issue investigations, perform root cause analysis, and collaborate with developers, business analysts, and project teams to implement effective resolutions Support System Integration Testing (SIT), System Acceptance Testing (SAT), and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) while ensuring adherence to organizational testing methodologies and quality standards Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders throughout Agile and Waterfall project lifecycles to ensure successful project delivery and continuous quality improvement Prepare testing documentation, execution reports, quality metrics, release documentation, and knowledge transfer materials while maintaining compliance with organizational standards and best practices If this opportunity matches your experience and career goals, please share your most updated resume for consideration. Russell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional and technical recruitment and staffing advisory organization. We are comprised of specialized practices focusing on a variety of skill sets and industries. Having a depth and breadth of industry expertise, our subject matter experts can provide tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. In other words, we connect top talent with companies. We are the staffing arm of the Pride Global network, a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm, with additional offerings in vendor management, payroll programs, and business process optimization. #RTA PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Equal Employment Opportunity PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Fair Chance Employment PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances. Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation. Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.

Develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies, including manual and automated tests for enterprise software. Validate API functionality, database integrity, and accessibility compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve defects.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and over 7 years of experience in software QA and automation. Proficiency in tools like Selenium, Playwright, and SQL, along with experience in public sector environments, is highly desired.

• Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Accident insurance • Critical illness insurance • Hospital indemnity • 401(k) retirement savings • Life insurance • Disability insurance • Employee assistance program • Legal support • Pet insurance • Employee discounts

• SQLSouhaitée
• JiraSouhaitée
• Root Cause AnalysisSouhaitée
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• Software Quality Assurance
• Manual Testing
• Test Automation
• Playwright
• Selenium
• UFT
• LoadRunner
• API Testing
• SQL
• Database Validation
• Azure DevOps
• JIRA
• WCAG Compliance
• AODA Compliance
• Agile
• Root Cause Analysis

• Software
• Technology
• Government & Public Sector
• Engineering
• Data & Analytics

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

26 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level

Mode de candidature

La candidature directe est offerte