Location:  Ottawa

Type:  Permanent

# of Positions:  1

Description:

Our growing private sector client is looking for a Quality Assurance Lead to act as key point of contact for all QA aspects of releases, providing QA services and coordinating QA resources.  You will establish and evolve formal QA processes, ensuring that development is consistently using best practices.  This position will oversee all aspects of quality assurance including establishing metrics, applying protocols, and developing tools to ensure quality goals are met.  You will be an integral part of the development team and will have numerous technical challenges to overcome.

Responsibilities:

• To be a strong team-player while being a subject matter expert
• Able to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Develop and execute test cases, scripts, plans and procedures
• Provide guidance and to be a mentor to the team
• Demonstrate strong documentation skills

Background:

• 3 years of demonstrated QA lead experience
• Experience working virtually from home
• Good understanding of Internet technology
• University Degree in Computer Science or Engineering is preferred
• Solid experience in:

• Test plans/scripts and automation
• Windows, Mac and cross browser
• Product Releases