Job Description
REF #:001
- test planning and coordination for MCS applications;
- provide application guidance and assistance concerning test planning and co-ordination of MCSC applications;
- communicate with CAF application user representatives to assist them in identifying and defining operational requirements and how they impact the test plans;
- specify the validation and verification criteria and capability which confirms functional and performance compliance in accordance with feedback from CAF users; the troubleshooting of application problems using various problem determination methods such as tracing prior execution of code, and obtaining client feedback to determine a viable resolution;
- provide subject matter expertise to clients using the specialized software;
- collect new requirements, change requests from users, and provide feedback on the impact to the test plan;
- assist with development and improvement of test plans;
- filter/test/distribute reported issues to the DevOps and ACDC tracking systems as well as DND senior technical staff to ensure validation and verification of tests plans on high priority items;
- perform functional and performance compliance testing of a fixed bug before implementation;
- communicate changes to client reps with software in pre-production environments to explain the changes of the new release;
- advise clients on how to operate various applications;
- provide second level support to CAF L1 organizations and MCSC operational support team within area of responsibility/work items to ensure in-service functionality or to respond to immediate operational issues;
- participate in application sprint planning;
- follow all team security and operational procedures;
- participate in regular scrum meeting (develop team and client rep) to confirm scope and distribution of effort;
- progress assigned work items both collectively/collaboratively and independently throughout weekly sprint sub-cycles;
- review feedback from process owners/application users/issues identified through helpdesk/technical review to understand issue/problem and action needed to resolve;
- submit/contribute/update user specifications/user stories/change requests/bug reports/performance criteria/test plans/test cases/test failure reports/release tasks, all entry types in DevOps or other tracking systems;
- participate in scheduling the work items to be advanced in sprint cycle and utility expected to be delivered to clients;
- test new components or changed components at individual and integrated levels (beta, staging, client etc);
- verify proposed software change meets client/user intent, may require prototype functionality;
- filter/test and report bugs or new requirements;
- test bug fixes and required regression testing of functionality before implementation;
- update related documentation and training support materials or provide to supporting team members;
- provide general subject matter expertise to others as required; and
- contribute opportunities to improve team effectiveness or further functional opportunities for improvement.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 years experience as a Tester
- Minimum of 8 years experience within the past 12 years testing HRMS applications in large organizations (10000+ users)
- Minimum of 8 years experience within the past 10 years testing the administration of large organizations (10000+ users) HRMS applications
- Minimum of 6 years experience within the past 10 years processing new requirements and change requests for software applications
Additional Information
- Must be able to go onsite in Ottawa 5 days a week
- Able to obtain and maintain a Government Secret level clearance
If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs.
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Work-Life Balance
We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days).
Belong@ADGA
ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.
Compensation
Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.
Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards
We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.
