
Software Quality Engineer
Helic & Co. • Canada
This is a remote position. Job Summary
The Software Quality Engineer ensures the quality, reliability, and performance of software products through systematic testing, quality assurance processes, and continuous improvement. This role collaborates closely with development and p
Full Description
This is a remote position. Job Summary
The Software Quality Engineer ensures the quality, reliability, and performance of software products through systematic testing, quality assurance processes, and continuous improvement. This role collaborates closely with development and product teams to identify defects early, validate requirements, and maintain high standards across the software development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for software applications Perform manual and automated testing, including functional, regression, integration, and performance testing Identify, document, and track defects, and verify fixes through re-testing Collaborate with software engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to clarify requirements and acceptance criteria Contribute to test automation frameworks and continuous testing practices Participate in code reviews, release planning, and quality reviews Ensure software meets quality, security, and performance standards Maintain test documentation, quality metrics, and reports Support continuous improvement of QA processes and best practices
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field Experience with test management and defect tracking tools Understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, or similar) Basic programming or scripting knowledge for test automation
Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills High attention to detail and quality Ability to communicate issues clearly and effectively Collaborative mindset and proactive approach Continuous learning and improvement orientation Show more Show less