Software Tester (Quality Assurance) in Halifax

Software Tester (Quality Assurance) in Halifax

Halifax Full-Time On-site
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Bluedrop Training & Simulation Inc. (BTSI) is looking for a proactive and professional individual to serve as a Software QA Tester. Under the authority of the Quality Assurance Lead, this individual will have knowledge of software testing strategies and tactics to ensure a high quality level on Bluedrop Training & Simulation solutions and products.

Qualifications

  • Required
  • College diploma or University degree in related field (or equivalent)
  • 2 years of software testing experience, including writing test cases
  • Working knowledge of QA methodology, testing techniques and approaches relating to desktop and web applications.
  • Proficient in writing software test cases and test plans.
  • Proficient in bug writing standards.
  • Ability to communicate in a clear and professional manner, including the ability to explain technical details to a non-technical person.

Technical Skills

  • Experience testing interactions between hardware and software
  • Experience with:
    • Test management tools (e.g., Xray Test Management for Jira, or equivalent)
    • Defect tracking systems (e.g., Jira)
    • JQL search

Nice to Have

  • Knowledge and experience with automation testing an asset
  • Experience with simulation or game engines (e.g., VBS, Unity, Unreal, Godot)
  • Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Python, shell, or similar)
  • Experience in defense, aerospace, or training systems

Other Requirements

  • Strong communication and documentation skills
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Ability to obtain Government of Canada security clearance

Responsibilities

QA Strategy

  • Identify, document and ensure resolution of software issues.
  • Analyze tests for coverage of performance, data, and functionality.
  • Report on quality of multiple products and the release readiness of the products.
  • Review historical, existing and ongoing bug reports to identify areas needing specific attention.

Test Planning, Execution & Coverage

  • Develop, document and maintain functional test cases and other test artifacts.
  • Ensure coverage across:
    • Functional requirements
    • System integration (software, hardware, third-party systems)
    • Performance, stability, and reliability
  • Execute both manual and automated testing

Automation & Tooling

  • Identify where automation is most needed
  • Monitor and flag automated testing results for issues throughout development

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

  • Work closely with software developers and systems engineers to:
    • Improve testability
    • Support issue investigation and resolution

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Contact Details:

Bluedrop Training & Simulation Recruitment Team