System Test Specialist

Job summary

Develop, review, and execute test cases for functional, non-functional, system, and performance requirements, maintaining traceability across requirements, tests, results, and defects. Document test evidence and defects, support planning and triage, coordinate investigations and retesting with stakeholders and suppliers, and contribute to regression testing, metrics, and quality reviews.

Job details

LeverageTek is actively seeking System Test Specialists for a 10-month contract with its Ottawa-based customer. Work Location Hybrid/On-site in Ottawa only Key Tasks Learn the software, systems, and solution relevant to assigned testing activities Analyze project requirements and develop, review, and execute test cases using Azure DevOps, test plans, vendor design documents, and project documentation Maintain traceability between requirements, test cases, execution results, and defects Validate functional, non-functional, system, and performance requirements Identify test coverage gaps and missing links between requirements and test procedures Record test results and document defects with supporting evidence, logs, screenshots, impact assessments, and reproduction steps Participate in test planning, project status meetings, defect triage, and technical discussions Work with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to investigate defects, validate corrective actions, and perform retesting Execute regression testing following defect corrections and software releases Contribute to test metrics, status reports, and quality reviews Ensure all deliverables meet project documentation and quality standards Key Qualifications Minimum 5 years of directly related system testing experience in operational, mission-critical, or real-time user-driven environments such as defence, transportation, simulation, or industrial sectors Hands-on Azure DevOps experience in requirements management, test management, defect tracking, and reporting Demonstrated experience supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT), or equivalent validation and verification activities Qualifications Experience validating COTS solutions and integrated systems involving third-party suppliers Strong requirements traceability, test coverage analysis, and defect management capabilities Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Knowledge of test maturity models such as TMMi Degree, diploma, or certification in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Compensation Hourly Rate Negotiable This is an existing position vacancy. About LeverageTek Staffing Solutions Founded in 2003, LeverageTek provides end-to-end, cross-functional staffing solutions throughout North America. We are a trusted partner to leading private and public sector organizations and experts in talent solutions that create optimal business outcomes. Don't let our name fool you. Our roots are in technology, but we are also a proven leader in accounting and finance, sales and marketing, human resources, supply chain, and legal talent acquisition. We offer contract and permanent staffing, executive search, talent mapping, management consultancy, and contractor payroll management. LeverageTek is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our customers, the candidates we represent, and the diverse communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for each other. LeverageTek is committed to employment equity and creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, and marital status. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request. LeverageTek's specialized recruiting professionals use their expertise and our proprietary AI to accelerate connections between top talent and leading companies, while ensuring all screening and hiring decisions remain with our expert human team.

What you’ll do

Develop, review, and execute test cases for functional, non-functional, system, and performance requirements, maintaining traceability across requirements, tests, results, and defects. Document test evidence and defects, support planning and triage, coordinate investigations and retesting with stakeholders and suppliers, and contribute to regression testing, metrics, and quality reviews.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of system testing experience in operational, mission-critical, or real-time environments, along with hands-on Azure DevOps experience. Candidates should have experience with UAT, OAT, or equivalent validation activities, strong traceability and defect-management skills, and a degree, diploma, certification, or equivalent education and experience in a relevant field.

Listed skills

• management · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred
• Technical · Preferred
• Microsoft Azure · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Software · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Validation · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• analysis · Preferred
• Execution · Preferred
• Mapping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• System Testing
• Azure DevOps
• Requirements Management
• Test Case Development
• Test Execution
• Requirements Traceability
• Test Coverage Analysis
• Defect Management
• User Acceptance Testing
• Operational Acceptance Testing
• Regression Testing
• Performance Testing
• COTS Validation
• Integrated Systems Testing
• Test Reporting
• Stakeholder Communication

Job areas

• Technology
• Software
• Engineering
• Transportation

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