Overview
Quality Assurance Analyst Jobs in Canada at Dexian
Title: Quality Assurance Analyst
Company: Dexian
Location: Canada
Job Title – QA Analyst
Period – 8 months
Location – Toronto, ON
Work mode : Remote
Summary
The main function of the QA Analyst is to develop, implement, and document all testing activities throughout the software development lifecycle. The role ensures software quality through structured test planning, execution, defect tracking, and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, review, and maintain test plans, test scenarios, and test scripts based on business and technical requirements.
- Execute manual (and, where applicable, automated) test plans, scenarios, and scripts.
- Perform system testing of new features and system modifications (regression, integration, and user‑acceptance style testing).
- Test the impact of changes on databases, application logic, usability, and overall system behavior.
- Document software defects using a bug tracking or defect management system and report them to developers.
- Identify, analyze, and document issues related to program functionality, output, online screens, or content.
- Monitor defect resolution efforts, verify fixes, and track defect status to closure.
- Create or maintain databases or repositories of known test defects and resolved issues.
- Plan test schedules and testing strategies in alignment with project scope and delivery timelines.
- Collaborate with business analysts, developers, and product owners to clarify requirements and acceptance criteria.
- Provide recommendations to improve test coverage, efficiency, and overall testing quality.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Associate’s degree or higher in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering, information systems, or a related discipline.
- 5–7 years of experience in software testing or quality assurance.
- Hands‑on experience testing software applications (web, desktop, or enterprise systems).
- Proven experience writing and maintaining test documentation, including Test Plans, test scripts, and test result reports.
- Strong experience using defect/bug tracking tools and managing the defect lifecycle.
- Ability to analyze and interpret test results and provide actionable recommendations to improve testing processes and quality.
- Solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and common testing types (functional, regression, integration, usability, etc.).
- Attention to detail and strong analytical skills for identifying edge cases and subtle defects.
- Good communication skills to interact effectively with developers, business analysts, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and in a remote team environment, often within tight deadlines.
Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.
Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status
