Quality Assurance Engineer

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Looking to make an impact? Looking for a flexible working environment that respects work/life balance? Get ready to be challenged and rewarded!

About us

Trusted by leading global banks and financial institutions of all sizes, TAO Solutions has worked for over a decade with financial industry leaders worldwide. We design innovative and automated software solutions to empower the financial services industry with operational agility and robust capabilities. With office headquarters in Toronto, and offices in Sydney, Australia, as well as San Diego, USA, TAO Solutions is in an expansionary mode. We are driven by an entrepreneurial and visionary mindset, and that means there is plenty of room for innovation and initiative, and for talented people to shape who we are tomorrow. Further information on our business, products, and services can be found at

We are looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join our growing team in Toronto. Why TAO Solutions? Click Here

Number of Positions Open: 1

Your next career move

• Create detailed QA artifacts such as test plans and institute effective QA processes and practices that support the broader team with a focus on optimizing testing coverage
• Evaluate quality assurance tools, technologies, and frameworks in collaboration with the technology, product, and operational leadership team
• Develop strategies and metrics for continuous improvement of software and its quality, such as manual test plans, automated testing technologies, performance and load testing frameworks, understanding how all elements of the applications and systems work together
• Define and maintain quality assurance policies, processes, and procedures
• Assist in providing leadership and mentorship to a team of QA Testers, as well as any resources assisting with a particular project
• Assist with business development activities such as contributing to in-depth discussions about our QA process with clients or prospective clients
• Oversee the execution of test plans, monitoring, and reporting on test execution and quality metrics
• Work with cross-functional teams to understand product vision and requirements
• Maximize the development and use of automation testing to continuously improve testing efficiency, coverage and delivery
• Analyze, interpret, and communicate qualitative and quantitative findings from tests and monitor bug resolution efforts and track results and known defects.
• Assist with the maintenance and the development of the current regression testing approach and lead regression cycle testing
• Seek to understand the project and customer context, objectives, and use cases
• Contribute to project functions by attending standups and planning meetings, contributing to risk and hazard identification and analysis, identifying issues and working to resolve them
• Preparing and testing client releases
• Provide hands-on installation support for clients
• Responsible for installing and updating hosted client environments
• Other duties as required

Does this sound like you?

• 3+ years experience in software testing in a QA role
• Experience working with automated testing tools an asset
• Excellent problem recognition and problem-solving abilities
• Experience working with relational databases and querying languages, specifically T-SQL
• A solid understanding of agile processes, SDLC, and CI / CD is required. Experience with TFS/ Azure DevOps is an asset
• Release management experience is considered a strong asset
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, prioritization, and organization skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and interact effectively with teams, stakeholders and clients
• Proven knowledge and judgment in escalating issues when needed
• Bachelor's degree

What you can expect from us

At TAO Solutions, our performance-driven culture is built on successful teamwork. We are ranked as one of the top companies to work for by Great Place to Work Canada and recognized as one of the best places to work in technology. We're passionate about fostering an environment that positions each team member to succeed and grow their career. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and demonstrate our values through equitable pay, fantastic benefits, and an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process.

What's in it for you?

We invest time and resources to ensure TAO Solutions is as good as the people we hire. Here are some of the reasons we attract the best people:

• Competitive compensation package, including TAO's bonus program
• A hybrid work model
• A collaborative organization that exemplifies autonomy, creativity, and is receptive to new technology adoption and software advancement
• Robust benefits package that includes and is not limited to vision, medical and dental
• Profit-Sharing Program
• Proponent of ongoing training and professional development