We are assisting in the recruitment of a QA Testing Architect for our esteemed client, reporting directly to the CIO of the Edmonton Alberta region. This influential role involves building and refining a comprehensive Quality Assurance (QA) strategy from the ground up, ensuring that QA processes, testing practices, and standards meet organizational goals and align with system-wide requirements. The QA Testing Architect will assess existing QA frameworks, identify gaps, and lead the implementation of scalable solutions, while fostering effective collaboration across teams to deliver high-quality results.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Development of QA Strategy

• Build a scalable and adaptable QA strategy tailored to organizational demands and growth.
• Establish and document standards, processes, and best practices for QA and testing activities across systems.

2. Current QA Assessment and Enhancement

• Conduct evaluations of the current QA processes to highlight opportunities for refinement.
• Provide detailed recommendations to enhance QA capabilities and address inefficiencies.

3. Testing Strategy Implementation

• Develop, oversee, and manage testing strategies for key business systems, including customer-facing platforms, enterprise applications, and operational workflows.
• Ensure test cases and scenarios are comprehensive and align with high-quality standards to support organizational requirements.
• Track and document all software inconsistencies or defects as part of robust defect management practices.

4. Collaboration and Leadership

• Analyze project requirements to identify risks, dependencies, and challenges in QA processes.
• Provide direction and mentorship to QA testers and junior team members on best practices and technical solutions.
• Align with project managers, developers, and other teams to ensure QA objectives are integrated into broader deliverables.
• Act as the primary resource for inquiries and updates related to QA activities.

5. Test Execution and Defect Management

• Leverage modern tools to efficiently document, track, and resolve defects and related issues.
• Conduct root cause analyses for identified defects and oversee resolution testing.
• Execute manual test plans to ensure that testing coverage addresses specific business use cases.
• Prioritize effective communication with stakeholders regarding risks, outcomes, and timelines.

6. Continuous Improvement Initiatives

• Track QA performance metrics and regularly present progress reports to senior leaders.
• Champion initiatives that streamline QA processes and make them more efficient without sacrificing quality.
• Ensure the organization stays up-to-date with evolving QA methodologies, technologies, and best practices.
• Contribute to other related tasks and responsibilities as needed.

Key Competencies:

• Passionate about providing exceptional service and meeting customer needs.
• Meticulous, reliable, and dedicated to producing accurate work.
• Skilled at managing time effectively and delivering results within deadlines.
• Builds trust and honors organizational policies and commitments consistently.
• Receptive to constructive feedback, seeking opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Adapts quickly to evolving environments while demonstrating resilience.
• Contributes positively to team success and supports broader organizational objectives.
• Respectful of diversity and fosters inclusion in the workplace.
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, with active listening skills.
• Operates with integrity, maintaining confidentiality and upholding high ethical standards.

Qualifications:

Educational Background & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a similar field.
• Certifications such as ISTQB or CSTE are a bonus.

Professional Experience:

• 5+ years of experience as a QA Testing Architect.
• Proven track record of building QA frameworks or departments effectively.

Technical Knowledge:

• Expertise in various testing methodologies (e.g., functional, stress, unit, integration, and UI testing).
• Skilled in QA tools, including test case management and defect-tracking systems like Client ALM.
• Proficiency in security-related concepts such as encryption and access control.
• Familiarity with designing, maintaining, and executing detailed testing plans.
• Competent in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel).

Other Requirements:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication skills (verbal and written), capable of engaging technical and non-technical audiences.
• Eagerness to learn and excel in QA practices.
• Successful completion of background checks (credit, criminal, education, and employment verification).
• Fluent in English, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position presents an exciting chance to build and lead a QA framework that supports operational excellence within a key region of a forward-looking organization. If you enjoy creating strategies, improving processes, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, this role offers the perfect platform to make a lasting impact. Join a team committed to innovation, quality, and driving organizational success through leadership in quality assurance practices.

If you are available immediately with the requirements listed above, click the “Apply Now!” link. For assistance with applying, please call Robert Half at (403) 264-5301 quoting job reference number 05110-0013159370.

Robert Half would like to thank all applicants for their expressed interest however, only those candidates identified for interview will be contacted.