Job Description

QA Analyst / QA Specialist (Media, Data & Multi-Platform)

Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 CAD

Location: Toronto, ON

Work Model: Hybrid / Remote (Canada-based)



? The Opportunity

We're a growing media and technology company looking for a highly detail-oriented

QA Analyst/Specialist

to take

clear ownership of quality

across our entire software ecosystem.



This role is for someone who is comfortable going through software with

a fine-tooth comb

, identifying issues others miss, and

clearly calling out what needs to change

so it can be fixed properly.

You'll be testing a complex, real-world platform that includes:A Windows desktop application A web portal A mobile app Photo & video capture, processing, and delivery Scheduling, registration, and data tabulation systems Emerging AI-driven features

If you're thorough, opinionated about quality (in a constructive way), and communicate clearly without being noisy or political, this role will suit you well.

Key Responsibilities

Cross-Platform Functional Testing

Execute deep functional, integration, and regression testing across: + Windows desktop application (Windows OS only)
+ Web application (cross-browser testing)
+ Mobile application
Validate data flow, system interactions, and failure points across platforms

Photo & Video Quality Assurance

Test media capture, file handling, exports, uploads, and playback Proactively surface issues related to: + File corruption
+ Large or inconsistent file sizes
+ Low-resolution or degraded media
+ Failed, partial, or delayed uploads

Data Validation & Tabulation

Rigorously test scheduling, registration, and tabulation logic Validate calculations, totals, rankings, and record integrity Identify discrepancies and clearly flag actionable fixes for developers

Test Planning & Ownership

Design and maintain clear, structured test plans, test cases, and scripts Translate product requirements and real-world usage into practical test scenarios Continuously improve test coverage based on observed issues

Defect Reporting & Follow-Through

Identify, document, prioritize, and track defects using tools like Jira and Azure. Ensure issues are: + Clearly reproducible
+ Properly scoped
+ Actionable for development
Speak up when fixes are incomplete or introduce regressions

Task Coordination & Development Support

Assist in organizing, prioritizing, and tracking software development tasks related to QA findings Help break down larger issues into clear, actionable development tasks Support sprint planning and backlog grooming from a quality and risk perspective Monitor task progress to ensure fixes are completed correctly and on schedule Flag stalled, unclear, or under-scoped work that may impact quality or timelines

Real-World & Production Environment Testing

Test software under real-world conditions, including unreliable networks, large data volumes, and time-sensitive workflows Identify failure modes that occur in live production environments, not just ideal test cases Validate recovery behavior after crashes, power loss, network drops, or partial data writes Evaluate usability and error messaging for non-technical operators working under time pressure

Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with the CTO, Project Manager, and Developers Communicate findings clearly, directly, and respectfully Advocate for software quality and integrity

Essential Skills & Qualifications

3+ years of professional QA or software testing experience Mandatory experience with at least one of: + Photo or video processing software
+ Media file handling systems
+ Data-heavy or tabulation-driven applications
Proven experience testing Windows desktop, web, and mobile applications Strong attention to detail and structured thinking Comfortable raising concerns, asking for changes, and defending quality decisions

Nice-to-Have (Assets)

Experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress) Database testing experience using SQL QA certifications (e.g., ISTQB)

Compensation

$85,000 - $95,000 CAD, based on experience and domain expertise

If this sounds like a fit, we'd like to hear from you. Apply with your resume and a brief note outlining your QA experience.

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