Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description:
On behalf of our public sector client, Affinity is looking for a Senior Quality Assurance Analyst who will be responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of solution implementations while adopting effective quality assurance practices with an Agile-Waterfall hybrid approach.
Responsibilities:
• Review and analyze business requirements and user stories to establish a comprehensive understanding of business expectations, guiding QA standards and processes for all involved parties.
• Evaluate functional and design specifications to ensure a full understanding of individual solution or service deliverables, defining and communicating the QA approach.
• Design, develop, and direct the execution of appropriate test cases that cover all aspects of the solution or service, including functionality, data integrity, security, performance, user interface, and more.
• Oversee a full spectrum of testing activities, including but not limited to functional, usability, and regression tests, as well as end-user experience level testing for UI, messaging, etc.
• Identify potential quality issues according to defined processes and escalate them as necessary, while guiding the resolution and prevention strategies.
• Verify all changes and ensure effective resolution of reported issues, maintaining an environment of continuous improvement.
• Identify service quality issues, opportunities, and constraints, guiding the team towards optimal solutions.
• Validate and analyze all reported issues before seeking resolution, ensuring accurate issue tracking and efficient problem-solving.
• Provide expert quality assurance/testing advice to the BA and developers, setting a high standard for professional QA practices.
• Manage other QA tasks as required, instilling a proactive, problem-solving approach to QA within the project team.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience.
• Industry-recognized software testing certification is considered an asset.
• Minimum 7 years of demonstrated experience in software quality assurance.
• At least 5 recent years of proven experience as a Quality Assurance Analyst or equivalent role in a medium to large-scale software development environment.
• Minimum 2 years of recent hands-on experience testing Microsoft Dynamics 365 applications. (This is a MUST HAVE requirement.)
• Experience validating business processes, customizations (e.g., entities, workflows, plugins), and system behavior across Microsoft Dynamics 365 modules.
• Ability to assess change impacts, perform regression testing after platform updates, and ensure functional consistency across integrated Dynamics 365 components.
• Strong practical knowledge of software testing principles.
• Experience applying test strategies across system, functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing.
• Proficiency in creating and managing work items, user stories, and bug tracking using Azure DevOps.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps build and release pipelines is an asset.
• Familiarity with automated testing tools such as Selenium, Playwright, and Postman.
• Understanding of how automated testing integrates with Azure DevOps is a plus.
Affinity Earn:
Know someone who’s great for this, or any of our open roles? Earn up to $4,000/year for each successful referral through Affinity Earn. You can also earn up to $50,000 for helping us find new clients. Learn about our referral program at https://affinity-group.ca/earn/ or browse our jobs & follow us at https://www.linkedin.com/company/affinity-staffing/jobs/
About Affinity:
Affinity Group is a technology and business consulting and services company. We believe in creating long term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. Affinity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
For more information on Affinity, please visit www.affinity-group.ca
Job Number: 12410
About Affinity
Welcome to Affinity Group — your trusted partner in business and technology consulting. As a carbon-neutral company certified by ClimatePartner and recognized by the Globe and Mail as one of Canada's fastest-growing companies, we are dedicated to delivering an unrivalled experience for our employees, consultants, and clients.
Professional Excellence Across Disciplines:
- Cyber Security Solutions: Protecting your operations with cutting-edge security measures.
- Data Analytics and Business Intelligence: Transforming data into strategic insights.
- Digital Transformation: Pioneering digital innovations to future-proof your business.
- Enterprise Applications: Streamlining business processes through advanced software solutions.
- Project Management: Delivering projects with precision and efficiency.
- Technology Strategy & Architecture: Crafting robust IT frameworks to support scalable growth.
Delivering Tailored Solutions: We provide flexible, bespoke solutions designed to meet the specific demands of your business, driving your success forward with precision and innovation.
Global Reach with Affinity International: Expand your capabilities with our international talent solutions. Discover how we bring global expertise to your local and international projects at affinity-group.ca/international-companies.
Empowering Our Consultants: We are committed to facilitating professional growth and success. Explore a wide array of job opportunities through our referral program, AffinityEARN. Find your next challenge on our jobs page at affinity-group.ca/jobs or LinkedIn.
Ready to Enhance Your Business? Contact us today to discuss how we can support your goals. Email us at Sales@affinity-group.ca for inquiries and solutions tailored to your needs.
Join the innovative and supportive environment at Affinity Group, where we transform challenges into opportunities and individual potential into achievements. Discover more about how we can collaborate on our website below!
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description:
On behalf of our public sector client, Affinity is looking for a Senior Quality Assurance Analyst who will be responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of solution implementations while adopting effective quality assurance practices with an Agile-Waterfall hybrid approach.
Responsibilities:
• Review and analyze business requirements and user stories to establish a comprehensive understanding of business expectations, guiding QA standards and processes for all involved parties.
• Evaluate functional and design specifications to ensure a full understanding of individual solution or service deliverables, defining and communicating the QA approach.
• Design, develop, and direct the execution of appropriate test cases that cover all aspects of the solution or service, including functionality, data integrity, security, performance, user interface, and more.
• Oversee a full spectrum of testing activities, including but not limited to functional, usability, and regression tests, as well as end-user experience level testing for UI, messaging, etc.
• Identify potential quality issues according to defined processes and escalate them as necessary, while guiding the resolution and prevention strategies.
• Verify all changes and ensure effective resolution of reported issues, maintaining an environment of continuous improvement.
• Identify service quality issues, opportunities, and constraints, guiding the team towards optimal solutions.
• Validate and analyze all reported issues before seeking resolution, ensuring accurate issue tracking and efficient problem-solving.
• Provide expert quality assurance/testing advice to the BA and developers, setting a high standard for professional QA practices.
• Manage other QA tasks as required, instilling a proactive, problem-solving approach to QA within the project team.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience.
• Industry-recognized software testing certification is considered an asset.
• Minimum 7 years of demonstrated experience in software quality assurance.
• At least 5 recent years of proven experience as a Quality Assurance Analyst or equivalent role in a medium to large-scale software development environment.
• Minimum 2 years of recent hands-on experience testing Microsoft Dynamics 365 applications. (This is a MUST HAVE requirement.)
• Experience validating business processes, customizations (e.g., entities, workflows, plugins), and system behavior across Microsoft Dynamics 365 modules.
• Ability to assess change impacts, perform regression testing after platform updates, and ensure functional consistency across integrated Dynamics 365 components.
• Strong practical knowledge of software testing principles.
• Experience applying test strategies across system, functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing.
• Proficiency in creating and managing work items, user stories, and bug tracking using Azure DevOps.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps build and release pipelines is an asset.
• Familiarity with automated testing tools such as Selenium, Playwright, and Postman.
• Understanding of how automated testing integrates with Azure DevOps is a plus.
Affinity Earn:
Know someone who’s great for this, or any of our open roles? Earn up to $4,000/year for each successful referral through Affinity Earn. You can also earn up to $50,000 for helping us find new clients. Learn about our referral program at https://affinity-group.ca/earn/ or browse our jobs & follow us at https://www.linkedin.com/company/affinity-staffing/jobs/
About Affinity:
Affinity Group is a technology and business consulting and services company. We believe in creating long term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. Affinity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
For more information on Affinity, please visit www.affinity-group.ca
Job Number: 12410
About Affinity
Welcome to Affinity Group — your trusted partner in business and technology consulting. As a carbon-neutral company certified by ClimatePartner and recognized by the Globe and Mail as one of Canada's fastest-growing companies, we are dedicated to delivering an unrivalled experience for our employees, consultants, and clients.
Professional Excellence Across Disciplines:
- Cyber Security Solutions: Protecting your operations with cutting-edge security measures.
- Data Analytics and Business Intelligence: Transforming data into strategic insights.
- Digital Transformation: Pioneering digital innovations to future-proof your business.
- Enterprise Applications: Streamlining business processes through advanced software solutions.
- Project Management: Delivering projects with precision and efficiency.
- Technology Strategy & Architecture: Crafting robust IT frameworks to support scalable growth.
Delivering Tailored Solutions: We provide flexible, bespoke solutions designed to meet the specific demands of your business, driving your success forward with precision and innovation.
Global Reach with Affinity International: Expand your capabilities with our international talent solutions. Discover how we bring global expertise to your local and international projects at affinity-group.ca/international-companies.
Empowering Our Consultants: We are committed to facilitating professional growth and success. Explore a wide array of job opportunities through our referral program, AffinityEARN. Find your next challenge on our jobs page at affinity-group.ca/jobs or LinkedIn.
Ready to Enhance Your Business? Contact us today to discuss how we can support your goals. Email us at Sales@affinity-group.ca for inquiries and solutions tailored to your needs.
Join the innovative and supportive environment at Affinity Group, where we transform challenges into opportunities and individual potential into achievements. Discover more about how we can collaborate on our website below!