Our client Seeks a Senior Systems Testing/QA Specialist to lead and execute comprehensive testing strategies for large-scale, data-intensive systems. This role involves working with online data collection applications, data warehouse environments, and business intelligence solutions to ensure compliance, accuracy, and performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in test automation, SQL scripting, and AODA compliance testing, with a demonstrated ability to manage complex testing environments.
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Advantages
- Opportunity to work on high-impact systems serving 5,000+ end users.
- Hands-on experience with advanced testing tools and methodologies.
- Contribute to testing data warehouse and BI solutions, including Cognos and Power BI.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
Key deliverables to be performed by the Systems Testing/QA Specialist include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Support the end-to-end testing strategy to ensure the business requirements are met and the system performs as expected without impact on current business processing;
- Analyze business requirements documentation including use cases and non-functional requirements;
- Create test strategies and test suites, including test plans, cases and summary reports;
- Analyze test data requirements and create appropriate test data to support the test cases;
- Execute system and user acceptance tests adhering to OPS standards;
- Verify actual results meet expected results;
- Examine test databases using database access tools; e.g., SQL. Analyze and log test results;
- Document and monitor the resolution of system variances using an automated problem management system;
- Provide recommendations to the Project Lead / Sr. Project Manager as to the acceptance or rejection of any new or changed system components;
- Provide weekly project status report that reflects progress on tasks, changes based on approved change orders, issues/risks that require management attention and planned activities for the next period;
- Use the Cluster tool for internal defect quality management and follow-up on defects;
- Plan and execute system iteration and regression tests;
- Develop presentations for various audiences, as required;
- Work with the business and IT areas to complete any activities required to accomplish the above and other deliverables as required during the assignment;
- Strong experience with testing in a Data Warehouse environment; Strong experience with testing BI applications (e.g. Cognos), running standard reports, creating ad hoc queries, etc.; and
- Strong experience with applications using ETL (e.g., Informatica) and testing for accurate transformations from source to target.
Qualifications
The Systems Testing/QA Specialist must have the following skills and experience:
- Demonstrated analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities;
- Demonstrated experience with Test Automation tool in particular Quick Test pro v10.0;
- HPQC/HPALM and TFS together to document, track, and record testing processes;
- Extensive experience in writing test scripts, test cases and test scenarios, testing web applications and reporting defects;
- Proficiency with desktop tools (Visio, MS Office, MS Project, MS Outlook);
- Strong technical skills in SQL, Databases, and XML;
- Demonstrated working experience in dealing with multiple teams representing various areas in delivering the project;
- Demonstrated understanding of AODA;
- Demonstrated working experience testing for WCAB compliance in web applications, experience using a screen reader (JAWS) for testing and HiSoftware Compliance Sheriff Tool;
- Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with client organizations;
- A team player with a track record for meeting strict deadlines;
- Demonstrated working experience in an agile and waterfall environment;
- Demonstrated experience producing deliverables on time and schedule; and
- Knowledge of methodologies, processes and standards.
Based on the scope, the Systems Testing/QA Specialist must be proficient in:
- Desktop tools (Visio, MS Office, MS Project, MS Outlook); and
- Proficient with different types of software testing and testing methodologies; and Proficient in manual and automated testing.
Knowledge Transfer
- Transfer From Systems Testing/QA Specialist - Senior to Designated CSC Resource.
When Knowledge Will Be Transferred:
- Knowledge transfer must be completed one week prior to the end of the project or one week prior to the consultant leaving the ministry.
What Knowledge Will Be Transferred:
- All deliverables, including design/supporting/release/training documents, must be checked into designated version control repositories (for example, SharePoint). All final documents and working drafts related to project requirements or solution design must be stored on designated project repositories (for example, SharePoint site, HPQC, TFS, etc.); and
- Project manager and designated ministry staff must be regularly informed in writing (by email) of where documentation has been stored and must be provided a minimum of one walk-through of all documentation as part of the final knowledge transfer activities.
How Knowledge Will Be Transferred:
- Knowledge will be transferred through 1 on 1 sessions, emails, document updates and document review with the team.
Must haves:
- Experience in testing large-volume online data collection applications used by 5000+ internal and external end users in multiple areas;
- Test Automation tools scripting experience – eg Quick Test pro v10.0/UFT, HP Quality Center(HPQC), Azure DevOps;
- Data warehouse, data marts, ETL processes and BI solutions testing experience (e.g., Cognos, Microsoft Power BI, Informatica);
- Experience using SQL scripting for testing environments built on 3/N-tier web applications using Oracle and/ or SQL Server DBs; and
- Demonstrated AODA testing experience with full WCAG AA compliance in-web applications, and screen readers experience (eg Jaws, NVDA).
Summary
Our client is looking for a dedicated and skilled Senior Systems Testing/QA Specialist to lead testing efforts for complex, high-volume systems. This role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, ensure compliance with AODA standards, and contribute to the delivery of reliable, high-quality solutions. If you are passionate about quality assurance and have experience with large-scale testing environments, this position is a great fit for you.
Also, don’t forget that updating your profile on Randstad.ca helps us find you faster when we have roles that match your skills! So even if this role isn’t for you, please update your profile so we can find you!
We look forward to supporting you in your job search! Good luck!
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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Our client Seeks a Senior Systems Testing/QA Specialist to lead and execute comprehensive testing strategies for large-scale, data-intensive systems. This role involves working with online data collection applications, data warehouse environments, and business intelligence solutions to ensure compliance, accuracy, and performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in test automation, SQL scripting, and AODA compliance testing, with a demonstrated ability to manage complex testing environments.
Advantages
- Opportunity to work on high-impact systems serving 5,000+ end users.
- Hands-on experience with advanced testing tools and methodologies.
- Contribute to testing data warehouse and BI solutions, including Cognos and Power BI.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
Key deliverables to be performed by the Systems Testing/QA Specialist include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Support the end-to-end testing strategy to ensure the business requirements are met and the system performs as expected without impact on current business processing;
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- Analyze business requirements documentation including use cases and non-functional requirements;
- Create test strategies and test suites, including test plans, cases and summary reports;
- Analyze test data requirements and create appropriate test data to support the test cases;
- Execute system and user acceptance tests adhering to OPS standards;
- Verify actual results meet expected results;
- Examine test databases using database access tools; e.g., SQL. Analyze and log test results;
- Document and monitor the resolution of system variances using an automated problem management system;
- Provide recommendations to the Project Lead / Sr. Project Manager as to the acceptance or rejection of any new or changed system components;
- Provide weekly project status report that reflects progress on tasks, changes based on approved change orders, issues/risks that require management attention and planned activities for the next period;
- Use the Cluster tool for internal defect quality management and follow-up on defects;
- Plan and execute system iteration and regression tests;
- Develop presentations for various audiences, as required;
- Work with the business and IT areas to complete any activities required to accomplish the above and other deliverables as required during the assignment;
- Strong experience with testing in a Data Warehouse environment; Strong experience with testing BI applications (e.g. Cognos), running standard reports, creating ad hoc queries, etc.; and
- Strong experience with applications using ETL (e.g., Informatica) and testing for accurate transformations from source to target.
Qualifications
The Systems Testing/QA Specialist must have the following skills and experience:
- Demonstrated analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities;
- Demonstrated experience with Test Automation tool in particular Quick Test pro v10.0;
- HPQC/HPALM and TFS together to document, track, and record testing processes;
- Extensive experience in writing test scripts, test cases and test scenarios, testing web applications and reporting defects;
- Proficiency with desktop tools (Visio, MS Office, MS Project, MS Outlook);
- Strong technical skills in SQL, Databases, and XML;
- Demonstrated working experience in dealing with multiple teams representing various areas in delivering the project;
- Demonstrated understanding of AODA;
- Demonstrated working experience testing for WCAB compliance in web applications, experience using a screen reader (JAWS) for testing and HiSoftware Compliance Sheriff Tool;
- Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with client organizations;
- A team player with a track record for meeting strict deadlines;
- Demonstrated working experience in an agile and waterfall environment;
- Demonstrated experience producing deliverables on time and schedule; and
- Knowledge of methodologies, processes and standards.
Based on the scope, the Systems Testing/QA Specialist must be proficient in:
- Desktop tools (Visio, MS Office, MS Project, MS Outlook); and
- Proficient with different types of software testing and testing methodologies; and Proficient in manual and automated testing.
Knowledge Transfer
- Transfer From Systems Testing/QA Specialist - Senior to Designated CSC Resource.
When Knowledge Will Be Transferred:
- Knowledge transfer must be completed one week prior to the end of the project or one week prior to the consultant leaving the ministry.
What Knowledge Will Be Transferred:
- All deliverables, including design/supporting/release/training documents, must be checked into designated version control repositories (for example, SharePoint). All final documents and working drafts related to project requirements or solution design must be stored on designated project repositories (for example, SharePoint site, HPQC, TFS, etc.); and
- Project manager and designated ministry staff must be regularly informed in writing (by email) of where documentation has been stored and must be provided a minimum of one walk-through of all documentation as part of the final knowledge transfer activities.
How Knowledge Will Be Transferred:
- Knowledge will be transferred through 1 on 1 sessions, emails, document updates and document review with the team.
Must haves:
- Experience in testing large-volume online data collection applications used by 5000+ internal and external end users in multiple areas;
- Test Automation tools scripting experience – eg Quick Test pro v10.0/UFT, HP Quality Center(HPQC), Azure DevOps;
- Data warehouse, data marts, ETL processes and BI solutions testing experience (e.g., Cognos, Microsoft Power BI, Informatica);
- Experience using SQL scripting for testing environments built on 3/N-tier web applications using Oracle and/ or SQL Server DBs; and
- Demonstrated AODA testing experience with full WCAG AA compliance in-web applications, and screen readers experience (eg Jaws, NVDA).
Summary
Our client is looking for a dedicated and skilled Senior Systems Testing/QA Specialist to lead testing efforts for complex, high-volume systems. This role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, ensure compliance with AODA standards, and contribute to the delivery of reliable, high-quality solutions. If you are passionate about quality assurance and have experience with large-scale testing environments, this position is a great fit for you.
Also, don’t forget that updating your profile on Randstad.ca helps us find you faster when we have roles that match your skills! So even if this role isn’t for you, please update your profile so we can find you!
We look forward to supporting you in your job search! Good luck!
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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