Job Description:
On behalf of our client, Affinity is seeking a Software Quality Assurance Analyst.
Position Purpose
The QA Analyst plays a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products. This position involves identifying and resolving bugs, executing exploratory and automated tests, and working closely with developers and business analysts. The QA Analyst supports all phases of the software development lifecycle to ensure system functionality meets or exceeds expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain test strategy documents that define the software testing approach
- Review requirements, specifications, and technical documentation and provide feedback
- Design and write detailed, well-structured test plans and test cases
- Estimate, prioritize, and coordinate testing activities
- Develop and execute automated test scripts
- Identify, log, and document defects in detail
- Conduct thorough regression testing following bug fixes
- Implement testing processes for new and existing applications
- Collaborate with internal teams (developers, business analysts, team leads) to clarify requirements
- Investigate the root causes of defects and support users in implementing fixes
- Track and report quality assurance metrics (e.g., defect density, open defects)
- Leverage testing tools and techniques to ensure and improve software quality
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (required)
Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in software quality assurance or software development
Skills & Competencies
- Solid knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and processes
- Experience with white box and black box testing
- Skilled in writing clear and comprehensive test documentation
- Hands-on experience with automated testing tools
- Proficiency in SQL and scripting
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments
- Exposure to performance and/or security testing (an asset)
- Business analysis background to assist with requirements gathering and documentation
- Experience in commercial real estate software/systems is an asset but not required
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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: 12447
