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Job title: Team Leader, Quality Control and Assurance
Company: Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council
Job description: Persons legally entitled to work in Canada, who are currently residing in the National Capital Region.
Closing date: July 29, 2021
Special posting considerations: Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.
The salary is under review.
Please note that this position is being posted simultaneously internally and externally.
Intent of the process:
The intent of this advertisement is to staff one (1) indeterminate position following the results of the competition.
The opportunity may be in the form of an indeterminate appointment, assignments, secondments, deployments, or Interchange Canada Program opportunities.
Candidates must meet the essential qualifications (education and experience) to be nominated in the position.
Candidates will be required to provide proof of education, either a diploma or an official transcript.
A written examination and an interview may be administered; references checks may also be sought.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Information you must provide
1) Your resumé
2) A cover letter* will serve as the initial screening step in this selection process.
Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter why they believe they are a suitable candidate for this position. Using the experience, knowledge and skills requirements described below, your cover letter should describe how you would bring your expertise, experience and competencies to this position.
Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.
We are committed to being an employer of choice by offering a progressive, positive and flexible work environment. We value our contribution to Canada and are proud of our reputation for supporting research excellence.
Job Summary
Plans, negotiates, manages and co-ordinates projects for the NSERC and SSHRC Councils related to the implementation of Quality Assurance processes and standards, quality control frameworks and best practices in code promotion.
Statement of Qualifications
Education
Degree from a recognized post-secondary education institute in computer sciences or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Experience
Recent* and sound** experience in end user application testing, task estimation, and delivering on tight timelines in an Agile environment;
Recent* and sound** experience in leading QA teams in the development of appropriate test plans and test cases;
Recent* and sound** leadership experience in developing team processes to track QA tasks, ensure test verification and report on testing results;
Recent* and sound** leadership experience in achieving QA process improvements (including test automation) that resulted in increased team productivity;
Recent* and sound * leadership experience in recruiting, training, supervising and motivating teams of QA Analysts (staff and/ or contractors);
Recent* experience managing human*** and financial resources.
- Recent is defined as experience acquired within the last three (3) years.
** Sound is defined by one to three years of experience.
Managing human resources*** includes assignment of work, monitoring performance and giving feedback to employees.
Knowledge
Knowledge of the product development lifecycle (SDLC), and Agile development;
Knowledge of testing best practices including functional, non-functional and automated tests;
Knowledge of testing strategies including test planning, test case development and test result reporting;
Knowledge of best practices around the application of automated testing including platforms (Selenium or similar);
Knowledge of agile tools such as Azure DevOps and Jira.
Abilities
Ability to review business requirements and develop appropriate test plans, test suites and test cases;
Ability to build capacity in the QA team for the development of appropriate test plans and test cases;
Ability to effectively recruit, train, lead and motivate teams of QA Analysts in an Agile environment (staff and/ or contractors);
Ability to lead the team in developing and managing team processes to track QA tasks, ensure test verification and report on testing results;
Ability to lead the team in achieving QA process improvements (including test automation) that result in increased team productivity;
Ability to research and analysis quality assurance needs to recommend solutions;
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Personal Suitability
Service orientation
Leadership Competencies
Create vision and strategy
Mobilize people
Uphold integrity and respect
Collaborate with partners and stakeholders
Achieve Results
Promote innovation and guide change
Condition(s) of Employment
Security Clearance: Secret Status
In their application, candidates must fully demonstrate that they have all of the required qualifications.
We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise us in a timely fashion, of any accommodation assistance you require to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from women, members of a visible minority group, Indigenous Peoples and persons with disabilities.
Organizational Needs
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women.
Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will be sent. Only those selected for an exam/interview will be contacted.
If you require additional information on the position, please contact us at
Expected salary: $84989 – 106238 per year
Location: Ottawa, ON
Job date: Thu, 15 Jul 2021 23:27:36 GMT
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