software tester

Additional Information

• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

• Consulting firm

Tasks

• Develop and document software testing plans
• Install software and hardware and configure operating system software in preparation for testing
• Execute and document results of software application tests and information and telecommunication systems tests
• Develop and implement software and information system testing policies and procedures

Computer and technology knowledge

• Linux
• Unix
• JavaOS
• Device drivers
• Extranet
• Internet
• Desktop applications
• File management software
• Multimedia software
• Presentation software
• Communication software
• Programming software
• Web service design
• Mapping and data visualization software
• Software development
• Data analysis software
• MS Office
• MS Windows

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 32 to 35 hours per week