Software QA Test Technician I

Software QA Test Technician I

Location: Saint-Laurent, Quebec, Canada - Onsite

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

Duration: 6 months through June 25, 2027

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Software QA Test Technician I to join the Engineering team supporting a growing Machine Vision and Imaging business.

This is a hands-on onsite testing role ideal for someone with a combination of PC technical support, software testing, troubleshooting, and hardware/software integration experience.

You will work closely with engineering teams to test software and prototypes, troubleshoot failures, reproduce and characterize defects, document results, and support high-quality software releases.

What You'll Do

• Execute software, system, and prototype tests based on established test plans and procedures.
• Perform operational testing, troubleshooting, and fault isolation on software applications and systems.
• Reproduce, debug, and characterize software defects and product failures.
• Analyze test results and identify actual or potential issues.
• Document test configurations, pass/fail results, defects, and troubleshooting findings.
• Assist engineering teams with diagnosis and replication of product failures.
• Maintain accurate test records and laboratory documentation.
• Review and validate engineering and technical documentation.
• Perform testing for software/design changes and upgrades.
• Participate in Agile QA processes and software release activities.
• Communicate testing progress, issues, and results to engineering and other stakeholders.
• Work with new technologies and approaches in a hands-on engineering environment.

What We're Looking For

• AEC or DEC in Computer Science, Computer Systems, IT, or a related technical field; equivalent technical education/experience will also be considered.
• Hands-on PC technical or PC testing experience.
• Experience with software QA/testing and test execution.
• Strong knowledge of Windows 10 and Windows 11.
• Working knowledge of Linux, particularly Ubuntu, Red Hat/RHEL, or SUSE.
• Understanding of PC architecture, hardware/software interaction, and system troubleshooting.
• Experience debugging and reproducing software or system defects.
• Understanding of SDLC and Agile/QA practices.
• Experience with test management or defect tracking tools such as Testray, TestRail, Jira, Zephyr, or similar.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office applications.

Nice to Have

• Python scripting or programming experience.
• Microsoft Visual Studio experience.
• Hardware/software integration testing.
• Prototype or engineering laboratory testing.
• Experience with technical or engineering documentation.
• Machine vision, imaging, or embedded/device testing experience.

Why This Role?

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded QA professional or PC technician who wants to work in a hands-on engineering environment, combining software testing, PC systems, troubleshooting, defect analysis, and product validation.

If you have PC troubleshooting/testing experience combined with Windows/Linux and software QA skills, we'd love to hear from you.