Software Tester

About GeoSoftware (Calgary, Alberta)

GeoSoftware operates a Calgary, Alberta office where the team contributes to a global portfolio of advanced geoscience software solutions used across the energy industry.

As a company, GeoSoftware delivers industry-leading subsurface and reservoir characterization technologies, including HampsonRussell, Jason, PowerLog, and other advanced seismic, petrophysics, and interpretation tools. These solutions support global energy companies in making accurate, data-driven exploration and development decisions.

Role description

The Software Tester plays a critical role in ensuring the quality and performance of GeoSoftware applications. Working within an Agile development environment, the tester is responsible for developing test plans and test cases, coordinating testing efforts, and validating new functionality through structured test execution. The role involves close collaboration with developers and product owners to verify defect resolutions, identify usability concerns, and communicate potential risks early in the development cycle. The tester advocates for the end-user experience and contributes to continuous improvement across the product lifecycle.

Main tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

1- Testing & Quality Assurance

• Develop and maintain test documentation, including strategies, plans, and cases
• Design and execute functional and automated test cases
• Identify, log, and track software defects
• Create and manage test data for various testing scenarios
• Analyze incomplete or ambiguous requirements to ensure test coverage
• Provide accurate test effort estimates and timelines
• Review and improve test artifacts for quality and completeness
• Participate actively in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and deliverables
• Adhere to and help evolve testing standards and best practices

2- Leadership & Communication

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Developers, and Product Managers
• Communicate improvements for testing processes and development workflows
• Foster a positive team environment and influence team dynamics constructively
• Champion customer needs and advocate for high product quality

3- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

• Grasp complex technical systems and workflows
• Prioritize tasks efficiently amidst competing demands
• Serve as a go-to resource for testing-related investigations and queries
• Identify potential testing risks and communicate them proactively
• Recommend and implement solutions for continuous process improvement

Skills & Competencies

1- Technical Skills

• Basic Coding experience in any language
• Experience with test and bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira)
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux OS
• Experience in desktop application testing
• Strong computer literacy

2- Soft Skills

• Strong English communication (written and verbal)
• Ability to communicate across organizational levels
• Problem-solving and adaptability
• Teamwork and relationship-building
• Creativity and time management
• Attention to detail and professionalism

Qualifications & Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Geophysics or Geoscience related field.
• 2 years of experience in software testing or QA
• Experience with manual testing methodologies and exposure to QA Process and tools

Desired:

• IT background or computer proficiency
• Knowledge of geoscience software (e.g., HampsonRussell, Jason, Petrel, Halliburton, IKON)

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance based bonus.
• Hybrid work flexibility, with the ability to work from home 2–3 days per week.

Travel

• Occasional travel may be required to GeoSoftware locations for conferences, training sessions, or team collaboration activities. Travel frequency and duration will be determined based on business needs and team objectives.