Senior Software QA Specialist

Engineered Intelligence Inc. • Toronto, ON

65d • Remote

About The Position

The Senior Software QA Specialist is a full-time role reporting to the Head of Engineering with a strong preference for candidates based in either Toronto or Calgary. Only Canadian applicants based in Canada will be considered.

This role encompasses the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of QA processes across both manual and automated testing. The specialist will setup stable QA process, design and maintain test frameworks, develop automation coverage, and mentor other QA team members while collaborating with Product and Engineering to ensure that releases meet rigorous standards for quality, security, and compliance.

Requirements

• 5+ years of QA experience including both manual and automated testing.
• Prior experience with tools such as TestMonitor, TestRail, RTM, XRay
• Strong understanding of structured QA methodology
• Ability to differentiate between QA and QC in an Agile environment
• Prior experience or exposure to setting up QA best practices and a strong QA process
• Good knowledge of SQL and ability to code in at least one scripting language such as TypeScript, JavaScript
• Experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Cypress, Playwright, Puppeteer, etc.).
• Familiarity with API testing and data validation (Postman, SQL, ETL).
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset, with strong defect management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; a self-starter, comfortable working with complex systems, eager to take on a wide range of responsibilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a remote team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience with data-intensive applications in regulated industries.
• Experience with mobile and web-based SaaS products.
• Exposure to applications developed with Angular, Node.js/Scala, Java and PostgreSQL is an asset.
• Experience with CI/CD, DevOps, and cloud testing practices (AWS preferred).
• Familiarity with AI-driven or model-based testing tools.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior QA engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain both manual and automated test cases and suites.
• Participate in the entire SDLC following Agile process best practices
• Lead the creation and improvement of QA frameworks, tools, and documentation.
• Drive the transition from manual to automated testing for core features.
• Define test strategies, plans, and coverage matrices to ensure completeness.
• Collaborate closely with developers, DevOps, and product owners to ensure testability of features.
• Participate in defect triage, root-cause analysis, and post-release reviews.
• Maintain QA artifacts for compliance, audits, and process traceability.
• Mentor intermediate and junior QA team members to strengthen overall team capability.
• Continuously evaluate QA tools and practices to increase efficiency and coverage.

Benefits

• Fully remote work with offices in Calgary and Toronto.
• Flexible work hours (Core working hours 10:00AM to 3:00PM).
• Autonomy with a wide range of responsibilities, opportunities for advancement, and cross-disciplinary exposure.
• Stock options so you can realize the value created with your work in the organization.
• The opportunity to put your skills to work, add milestones to your resume, and be part of something great from the early stages of a promising business.
• Interactive and supportive remote workplace culture.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Paid time off and Benefits.
• Health spending account.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level