QA Analyst

**QA Analyst**

Waste Solutions Canada is one of the largest independent management companies for waste and recycling services in Canada. Since 2019 we have been named to the Growth 500 List as well as the Globe and Mail Fastest Growing Companies in Canada. In 2021 we became Great Place to Work certified and received this certification consecutively for the last 4 years

We are a leader in innovative smart waste technology and value-added solutions from coast to coast. As we continue our growth trajectory, we are seeking a detail-oriented, collaborative, and proactive QA Analyst to join our growing Technology team.

**Job Type**:New Role

**Job Summary**:
The QA Analyst is responsible for defining, owning, and continuously improving the company’s quality assurance process. This includes setting QA standards, building scalable testing frameworks, and ensuring the reliability and performance of internal software through manual and automated testing. Working closely with an agile development team, the QA Analyst plays a key role in maintaining high-quality software delivery.

**What you will be doing**:

- ** Lead QA Strategy** by defining and owning the end-to-end QA process, including test planning, automation frameworks, and quality standards. Act as the primary QA authority and advocate for testability across the SDLC
- ** Design and execute test plans** to validate new and existing software features, ensuring functionality, performance, and usability.
- ** Develop and maintain automation frameworks** using tools like Selenium and languages such as JavaScript or Java.
- ** Triage issues and perform root cause analysis**, collaborating with developers and product teams to resolve defects efficiently.
- ** Participate in Agile ceremonies** and contribute to continuous improvement efforts, advocating for quality and testability throughout the development lifecycle.

**What we are looking for**:

- ** Experience & Education**:

- 4+ years of experience in QA, including both manual and automated testing
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Computer Science or a related field (preferred)
- ISTQB or Certified Agile Tester certification is an asset
- ** Technical Expertise**:

- Proficiency in automated test platforms like Selenium
- Experience with Postman for API testing
- Strong SQL skills, preferably with PostgreSQL
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and working within scrum teams
- Knowledge of QA best practices and test automation frameworks
- ** Analytical & Problem Solving**:

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify, reproduce, and troubleshoot complex issues
- Capable of balancing repeatable testing processes with innovative approaches for edge-case scenarios
- Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and continuous improvement
- ** Communication & Collaboration**:

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to clearly document defects and explain technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Comfortable working cross-functionally with developers, product managers, and internal users
- ** Initiative & Adaptability**:

- Self-starter who can operate with general supervision
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced Agile environment
- Adaptable to evolving systems and capable of leading improvements in QA practices and tooling

**Why Work at Waste Solutions?**
- Embrace Remote Work: Discover the flexibility of remote work with us.
- Team camaraderie and Company Culture: Enjoy a supportive team environment and positive company culture.
- Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive base salary.
- Benefits and Retirement: Choose from one of our Benefits Plan and RRSP matching options.
- Perks: Enjoy company events, volunteer hours, celebrate your birthday with a day off, a wellness benefit, and other perks
- Waste Solutions Canada is an equal opportunity employer and will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request and throughout the entire recruitment process._