Qa Analyst Jobs

Opportunity
Are you passionate about technology and ensuring the quality and reliability of software tools? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a knack for identifying potential issues? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a QA Analyst at Millennium Insurance Corporation.
Successful QA Analysts possess meticulous attention to detail, analytical thinking, and technical proficiency to ensure software quality. Reporting to the Team Lead, Software Development, the QA Analyst will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products and ensuring the end products are intuitive, functional and value add to end-users.
What you will be doing
Conduct manual and automated testing of software applications to identify defects, inconsistencies, and issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases based on project requirements.
Collaborate with developers and product managers to understand software functionality and requirements.
Report defects accurately using established processes and tools and track their resolution.
Perform regression testing to verify bug fixes and software enhancements.
Identify and communicate potential risks and areas for improvement in software applications.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the quality of each software release.
Continuously update and improve testing methodologies, tools, and processes.
What you bring to the team
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in software testing.
Post-secondary education in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle and testing methodologies.
Strong understanding of databases and ability to understand SQL queries.
Proficiency in using testing tools and bug tracking software.
Basic understanding of the Insurance industry and key terminology is considered an asset.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex information and make informed decisions.
Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
High level of attention to detail, organization skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
How you will succeed
In the first year, success will be measured by the candidate's ability to demonstrate a strong grasp of testing methodologies, collaborate effectively with the team, contribute to thorough testing, and exhibit adaptability to changing project requirements. The successful candidate should also show a commitment to continuous learning, problem-solving, and user-centric testing, ultimately contributing to successful software releases and maintaining a culture of quality within the organization.
How we take care of our Employees
Benefits
Some of the amazing benefits our employees have access to include
By joining Millennium Insurance, you will belong to a passionate and purpose-driven team. As part of the Wheaton Group Companies, we pride ourselves on being family oriented, socially responsible, and in doing business the right way. Millennium is proud to be Great Place to Work Certified for creating an outstanding employee experience and an amazing workplace culture.
Earned Time-Off and Vacation Program
Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
Hybrid work options available
Fitness center subsidy
Education Assistance
Health, Dental and Insured Benefit offerings
Health and Lifestyle spending account
Employee discount programs
About Millennium Insurance
Millennium Insurance is a locally owned and operated property and casualty insurance company based in Sherwood Park, AB. We pride ourselves on offering relevant and competitively priced insurance products, along with industry-leading customer service. Our business lines include personal automobile, personal property, home warranty, commercial property, and commercial liability insurance. Millennium Insurance is part of the Wheaton Group of Companies.
Interested in applying?
If you are ready to pursue a new challenge, visit our careers page at My Job Search (ultipro.ca) and apply today!
We thank all candidates for their interest but only candidates selected to advance in the hiring process will be contacted. Final candidates will be asked to undergo pre-employment backchecks, results of which must be satisfactory to Millennium.
Millennium is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. If we can make any adjustments to the hiring process to better accommodate you, please provide feedback when submitting your application or let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity.
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