Quality Assurance Analyst / Tester

Our client is responsible for ensuring the operational efficiency of applications used in the delivery of healthcare sector programs. This includes maintaining, enhancing, optimizing, and supporting a wide range of complex applications. The client is committed to optimizing these solutions and introducing new ones to cater to the evolving needs of the healthcare sector.

• Duration: Full-time for 1 year (Nov 27, 2023 - Nov 22, 2024) with the potential for extension.
• Location: Option to work remotely within New Brunswick or onsite in Fredericton, NB. 
• Non-disclosure agreement signing and Privacy Training completion are prerequisites.
• Technology devices necessary for the role will be provided. 

Under the guidance of the Quality Assurance Team Lead, the Quality Assurance Analyst will:

• Collaborate with Project Teams to evaluate quality using various methods and tools.
• Produce deliverables as described in the Deliverable Assessment Framework.
• Assist in User Acceptance Testing, maintain performance testing initiatives, ensure application quality, adhere to government IT policies, and more.
• The position might require after-hours and overtime weekend work, subject to prior approval.

General Duties:

• Create and maintain performance testing initiatives and adhere to best practices;
• Completion of the QA deliverables as defined in the Deliverable Assessment Framework. These activities will be identified and managed as part of the project or maintenance release plans;
• Ensure the quality of applications based on defined scope and project requirements and meetings with project stakeholders;
• Ensure compliance with government IT policies, procedures, and security standards;
• Communicate regularly with Project/Team Representatives and participate in Quality review sessions;
• Stay informed regarding project direction and context as applicable:
• Attend team status meetings
• Attend working group meetings as required
• Work with various IT resources during the design, development, and implementation of IT Projects/Releases;
• Work with the existing QA team members to ensure a knowledge transfer at the end of the assignment
• Develop user documentation and procedures.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Mandatory Requirements:

• A university degree in Computer Science, Health Sciences, Business Administration, or a similar field is preferred. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• At least 8 years of testing experience, including various testing types.
• At least 8 years of experience in quality assurance and system testing best practices.
• Minimum of 2 years in a QA leadership role.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Availability to start work in Fredericton by a specified date.
• Ability to start work around the specified date.

Desirable Skills and Attributes:

• 6+ years of experience in security relating to data confidentiality, database, and application design.
• 6+ years of proficiency in tools like JMeter and knowledge of Quality Assurance frameworks.
• Advanced experience with SQL in a QA setting.
• Familiarity with project methodologies such as Waterfall, Waterscrum, Agile, and more.
• Experience with tools like HP Quality Center, HP WebInspect, SOAPUI, etc.
• Experience with Health Care and Electronic Health Records in a Canadian context.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment background check. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce.