RQ07318 - Systems Testing/QA Specialist - Senior

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: RQ07318 - Systems Testing/QA Specialist - Senior

Client: Ministry of Health

Work Location: 49 Place d’armes, Kingston, Toronto, Ontario, Hybrid

Estimated Start Date: 2024-05-06

Estimated End Date: 2025-04-05

#Business Days: 262.00

Extension: Probable after the initial mandate

Hours per day or Week: 7.25 hours per day

Security Level: No Clearance Required

Must Haves

5+ years in implementing and executing comprehensive test strategies for web applications within Agile and DevOps frameworks (managing the backlog, preparing and supporting the scrum master, sprint planning, creating user stories etc.) Excellent knowledge of system testing methodology, execute system and user acceptance tests
Ability to understand and analyze business requirements, and systems response documents, to design and execute test plans to ensure the system functions and meets the business requirements
Skilled in utilizing version control systems, such as Git, and CI/CD tools, like MS Azure DevOps, IBM CLI, Git to automate testing workflows and ensure continuous integration of code changes
Proficient in defect tracking and management tools, such as Jira, IBM ClearQuest, MS Azure DevOps, to identify, report, and prioritize issues, facilitating timely resolution and maintaining the quality of web applications throughout the development lifecycle
+5 years in Agile/DevOps development 

Description

Participate in business requirements walkthroughs
Analyze business requirements documentation including Use Cases, User Stories, User Map Journeys and non-functional requirements
Develop and contribute to the testing strategy and create systems test plan and test suites (including test cases)
Analyze test data requirements and create appropriate test data to support the test strategy
Execute system and user acceptance tests adhering to HSC Test Methodology
Create and execute automated test scripts where possible, using automated testing tool
Verify actual results meet expected results. Examine test databases using SQL. Analyze and log test results. Document and monitor resolution of system variances using an automated problem management system
Provide recommendations to the Project Manager as to the acceptance or rejection of any changed system components
Weekly reporting on status, progress, and key issue/concerns as directed by the Project Lead or Sr. Project Manager
Transfer skills and knowledge to selected OPS staff

Experience and Skill Set RequirementsTesting Experience

5+ years in implementing and executing comprehensive test strategies for web applications within Agile and DevOps frameworks (managing the backlog, preparing and supporting the scrum master, sprint planning, creating user stories etc.) Excellent knowledge of system testing methodology, execute system and user acceptance tests
Ability to understand and analyze business requirements, and systems response documents, to design and execute test plans to ensure the system functions and meets the business requirements
Verify actual results meet expected results. Examine test databases using SQL and JCL. Analyze and log test results. Document and monitor resolution of system variances using an automated problem management system (e.g., Clear Quest)
Expertise in writing and executing test cases, scenarios, and scripts for web applications, covering functional, regression, performance, and security testing requirements
Skilled in utilizing version control systems, such as Git, and CI/CD tools, like MS Azure DevOps, IBM CLI, Git to automate testing workflows and ensure continuous integration of code changes
Proficient in defect tracking and management tools, such as Jira, IBM ClearQuest, MS Azure DevOps, to identify, report, and prioritize issues, facilitating timely resolution and maintaining the quality of web applications throughout the development lifecycle
Ability to write test plans and test cases that are well-structured, easy to maintain, and easily understood by both developers and business analysts and clients

40%Knowledge of Agile Methodology

+5 years in Agile/DevOps development
Providing detailed testing cases, plans and strategies for an Agile/DevOps product delivery methodology
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban, to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and prioritize testing tasks in iterative development cycles
Proven and demonstrable troubleshooting and analytical experience
Demonstrated excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
Experience analyzing business requirements documentation including Use Cases, User Stories, User Map Journeys, and non-functional requirements
Experience analyzing test data requirements and create appropriate test data to support the test strategy

35%Communication Skills

Strong verbal and written communications skills
Strong Interpersonal and negotiation skills
Strong consulting skills to engage with all stakeholders
A demonstrated team player with a track record for meeting deadline
Demonstrated success in working productively with business clients, developers, and technical specialists such as DBAs

15%Automated scripting and Testing tools.

Extensive experience in automated testing tools and frameworks, such as Selenium, SOAP UI, Cypress, or Puppeteer, to streamline testing processes and improve efficiency in an Agile environment.)
Demonstrated proficiency in translating testing strategies and plans into automated test scripts using tools such as Selenium or equivalent, ensuring efficient and effective test automation coverage for web applications in Agile/DevOps environments

10%

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Note:

This position is currently listed as "Hybrid" as consultants will be required to work partly in the physical workplace and partly remotely. The details of this arrangement will be at the Hiring Manager's discretion. .

Extension/Amendment Attestation: Extension(s) only allowed using unused days/funds left on contract. No additional funds will be added beyond the maximum contract value and any extension options included in the original SOW. HSC may exercise its option(s) to extend the SOW beyond April 5, 2025. VOR #Tender_12075 terminates April 5, 2025 and has an option to extend for a further one year.

The resource needed till April 30, 2025, will include an option to extend, at the same rate, till April 30, 2025 if Tender_12075 Managed Service Provider for Contingent IT Resources is also extended for a further one year, else an RFS under the Successor VOR will be issued for the services required April 5, 2025 to April 30, 2025.

Hybrid The successful candidate is expected to work onsite at 222 Jarvis St, or 5700 Yonge St Toronto or 49 Place d'Armes Kingston 3 days per week and remotely up to 2 days per week.

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