Software QA Engineer

Job Responsibility: SGGG Fund Services Inc. (SGGG-FSI) is currently seeking to fill a full-time permanent position for the role of Software QA Engineer. The successful candidate joining our existing software development team will be energetic, enthusiastic, reliable, and will have the opportunity to contribute to an effort in the development of financial services industry leading software. Under the direction of the VP, Product Owner and Manager, Quality Assurance the Software QA Engineer position is responsible for the execution and the development of manual testing, enhancement, and testing of an investment fund accounting system. As a member of an agile software development team, you will be tasked with the troubleshooting of software issues and the writing and execution of manual test plans for software quality control. You will work with business analysts and end-users of an in-house developed software system to help define testing requirements and deliver on the execution of the testing needs. This represents a unique opportunity to be part of an established agile software development team that develops and implements new cutting-edge applications. Core Responsibilities

• Work with the Business Analysts and Developers to write and execute manual test cases for the on-going software development effort.
• Perform functional testing to validate that software applications meet specified requirements and user expectations.
• Propose new ideas to help define the roadmap towards a more stable and efficient testing cycle during each release.
• Execute regression testing to ensure that previously identified defects have been resolved and no new issues have been introduced.
• Collaborate with QA team to enhance testing processes and methodologies.
• Display a proactive attitude, willingness to learn and adaptability of changing project requirements.
• Develop a professional and productive relationship with SGGG-FSI staff.

Qualifications Work Experience

• 2+ years of overall software testing experience (academic or professional experience)
• Manual QA testing experience is essential.
• Knowledge of the investment fund industry systems, operations, technical and business processes (an asset, but not required)
• Hands-on experience working with relational database systems (SQL Server preferably)

Education

• University Degree or College Diploma in Computer Science (or equivalent experience in the field)
• Preference will be given to applicants with relevant certificates and training in Information Technology
• Preference will be given to applicants with current training and skill-sets

Soft Skills

• Clear and fluent communication skills (written, verbal) are essential to this role
• Work with minimal supervision to prioritize, manage and direct work
• Thrives in a fast pace working environment with competing deadlines
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail

About SGGG Fund Services Inc. SGGG Fund Services is Canada's largest independent administrator of alternative funds with $95 billion (CAD) under administration. Using Diamond, our proprietary fund administration software, SGGG-FSI's 385 employees provide full-service fund administration to clients from our headquarters in Toronto and affiliate offices in Cayman, the United States, and India. Our vision is to be the first choice for fund administration. We have repeatedly earned Top Hedge Fund Administrator at the Canadian Hedge Fund Awards, and have been named to several national Great Place to Worklists, including:

• 14th Overall in Canada
• Best in Ontario
• Best in Financial Services & Insurance
• Best for Inclusion
• Best for Today's Youth
• Best for Women
• Best Managed by Women

Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary, an annual bonus, health and dental benefits for employees and their families, life + AD&D + travel insurance, and a group retirement plan. We encourage and support professional growth, career development, and learning opportunities for our staff. Our office is in the heart of downtown Toronto. We have adopted a hybrid work model that offers great flexibility between working remotely or in the office. Hire contingent on successful completion of a background check SGGG-FSI supports a workplace that respects diversity and inclusion. We appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences each of our employees bring to the job, and our success is underpinned by their contributions to our culture and our values. SGGG-FSI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.