Senior Manual QA Engineer

Company Overview
Our client develops and delivers next-generation technology solutions tailored for public safety professionals, with a focus on first responders and law enforcement. Proudly Canadian, they specialize in creating innovative software, integration, and support services. Join them as they empower those who keep our communities safe.

Job Description
Want to make a real difference? We are looking for a skilled and driven Senior Manual QA to join our new Lightning team. Lightning is a cutting-edge SaaS solution built to equip first responders and law enforcement with a robust, integrated set of capabilities across multiple components. This is your chance to ensure a product that serves our everyday heroes delivers top-notch quality every time.

As a key player on this fresh, collaborative team, you’ll take charge of verifying and validating Lightning, ensuring it shines in the hands of those who need it most. Plus, for the right candidate, this role opens the door to writing automation tests, letting you grow your skills and impact. If you’re excited to tackle challenges and build tech that matters, this is the role for you!

Responsibilities

• Design and develop detailed test procedures and cases to spot software weaknesses, ensuring Lightning performs when it counts.
• Run hands-on testing to evaluate functionality and integration, documenting results with accuracy.
• Collaborate with the team to guide and determine the optimal timing for deploying the next version with new features to QA environments.
• Oversee the product test environment, ensuring every component is thoroughly tested and ready, meeting high security standards.
• Anticipate risks and deliver solutions that keep Lightning reliable and ready for action.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).
• 5+ years of experience in software testing, with a knack for finding what others overlook.
• Solid expertise in manual testing methodologies and best practices, ideally in an Agile setting.
• Proven ability to lead testing efforts with confidence and precision.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate and document effectively.
• A proactive thinker who spots issues early and turns them into opportunities.