Quality Assurance Analyst

ABOUT US

Localcoin was established in 2017 in Toronto and aims to simplify the process of buying and selling digital currencies in Canada. The focus is to mainstream digital currency in the financial market through collaborations with renowned corporate and franchised retail entities. Being the largest Bitcoin ATM provider in the country with terminals across Canada and Australia, Localcoin is leading the industry.

Central to Localcoin's values is ensuring that everyone can own cryptocurrency and comprehend blockchain technology. Joining the growing team means becoming part of a dynamic group that fosters learning, growth, and career advancement.

If you are motivated and seeking to develop your skills in a startup setting that values innovation, transparency, and team connectivity, we are excited to hear from you!

THE ROLE

As a Quality Assurance Analyst, you will be responsible for upholding the reliability and quality of the software produced by the team. This role involves close collaboration with various departments like Product Management, Compliance, Finance, Marketing, and Operations. You will participate in projects by designing and implementing software testing processes, ensuring code quality through exploratory and automated testing, bug tracking, issue identification, and resolution.

This position will be located in our Etobicoke office, with a hybrid work schedule.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Oversee quality assurance activities for fintech products, developing strategies, test cases, and executing plans to ensure software functionality and reliability.
• Create and maintain automated test scripts using tools like Selenium WebDriver, Appium, or Cypress to enhance efficiency and streamline testing processes.
• Conduct comprehensive regression testing and performance monitoring using tools such as JMeter, LoadRunner, and Gatling.
• Track and report software defects, collaborate with development teams for prompt issue resolution.
• Engage with stakeholders to clarify features.
• Collaborate with product owners and developers on requirements and user stories.
• Be proficient in test automation tools and programming languages like Java, Python, or JavaScript.
• Use tools like Postman and SoapUI for API and web services testing.
• Utilize SQL queries for data validation and verification.
• Manage test scripts and data using version control systems like Git.
• Use test management tools for planning and execution tracking.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Proficiency in Jira, Java, and Postman.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a QA Analyst.
• Relevant certifications like ISTQB or CFA.
• Strong SQL and RDBM knowledge.
• Experience with HTTP Rest APIs.
• Programming skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Proficiency with functional testing automation tools such as Selenium.

NICE TO HAVE

• Intermediate programming skills in Java or Python.
• Experience with Apache JMeter and Datadog.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT US

• Competitive Salary.
• Health & Wellness Benefits.
• Hybrid & Flexible Office Environment.
• Professional Development Opportunities.
• Regular Standups, Demos, and Social Events to foster alignment and connection.

Localcoin values inclusivity and diversity to enhance work quality. We welcome individuals from various backgrounds and skill sets. If you excel in your field, we encourage you to apply.

If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact your talent team or email careers@localcoinatm.com.