Software QA - Intermediate

About Delta Intelligent Building Technologies (Canada) Inc. (formerly known as Delta Controls).
Delta Intelligent Building Technologies (Canada) Inc. is a leading building controls manufacturer. For over three decades we have provided innovative building automation solutions for commercial healthcare education and leisure facilities.

Job Summary

The Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist is responsible for ensuring that Delta Intelligent Building Technologies (Canada) Inc. software will meet the needs and requirements of its end-users. In order to accomplish this task the QA Specialist must be proficient in test methods and procedures and can extensively test and evaluate all products before releasing to production to ensure they meet design specifications and are suitable for their intended application(s).

This includes creating test procedures and documenting all test results identifying bugs and operational anomalies recording them electronically for resolution by Product Development and verifying bug resolutions will satisfy the intended customers needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

The standard responsibilities for all Software QA Specialists include but are not limited to:

• Testing software with the understanding of what bugs are critical to the end-user.
• Creating and maintaining test documentation.
• Creating new entries in our bug tracking software for any new bugs identified in the system.
• Verifying bug fixes are satisfactory on newly transferred build.
• Maintenance of automation frameworks tests and tools.
• Troubleshooting complex problems in software.
• Assisting Technical Services in providing product support.
• Acting as a resource to other departments on products and applications.
• Assisting with documentation for software manuals and technical documents.
• Regularly identifying deficiencies in the test suite and ensures they are resolved.
• Identifying usability problems and making suggestions for improvement.
• Reviewing and evaluating all Product Development and user documentation and generating additional notes to summarize undocumented features and differences from previous versions. Providing important input on an ongoing basis.
• Issue management. Monitors issues for workflow priority and completeness.

Additional responsibilities specific to Software QA Specialist - Intermediate include but are not limited to:

• Developing and maintaining automated test scripts frameworks and tools.
• Designing and estimating test development on small to medium projects or features.
• Designing / creating test strategies and test plans for small to medium projects or subsystems.
• Supporting junior members of the team.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• In-depth product and test suite knowledge.
• Hands-on experience with automation scripting and QA tools.
• Strong grasp of Deltas product technologies design and implementation.
• Strong time management organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to perform well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to continuous professional growth and improvement.
• Solid understanding of QA methodologies and testing procedures.
• Customer-focused mindset aligned with Delta Intelligent Building Technologies (Canada) Inc.s values.
• Proficient in current company technologies; self-motivated and results-oriented.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Experience testing and automating firmware/embedded systems using Python.
• Proficient with Git-based version control tools and Unix/Linux environments.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP routing DNS firewalls certificates).
• Hands-on with CI/CD pipelines Jenkins and Docker.
• Background in Engineering Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Familiar with building automation control theory and BACnet (asset).
• Strong grasp of SDLC Agile practices and QA methodologies.
• Effective problem-solving and debugging skills.

Work Location: In-office environment that is currently 3 days per week
City: Surrey
Type: Full-time Permanent

Compensation: $72000 - $85000

This range reflects the minimum and maximum target payable for the base salary of new hires across all Canadian locations. Actual compensation may vary outside this range and is dependent on various factors.

Why work for us

We provide fantastic opportunities to individuals passionate about business and technology. Delta Electronics products are the most energy efficient power products in the industry and our company is perfect for those who want to create design and build sustainable solutions using massively scalable big-data architecture with a strong focus on building automation. Here are some of the Delta perks youll receive from day 1!

• Employee & safety centric culture with the possibility of remote work
• Flexible hours and scheduling available
• Competitive total compensation along with generous vacation allowances
• Three weeks of vacation
• In-house & external training provided along with education support and opportunities for growth
• Company funded annual personal development budget
• Financial benefits & planning such as group RRSP & company match
• Employer paid premiums for extended healthcare and family-focused benefits (health vision and dental)
• Travel insurance coverage and access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness - onsite fitness center & company reimbursement for personal gym memberships
• Internal Recognition & Service Awards
• Employee Referral bonuses
• Transit accessible with free onsite parking
• Regular company events such as Food Truck Fridays Lunch & Learn and other planned activities