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ExcelGens, Inc.

Quality Assurance Analyst

Contract · In Office · Montreal, Quebec (Canada)

Posted Jul 1, 2026

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  • Job PostingQuality Assurance (QA) Analyst
  • Location: Hybrid
  • Employment Type: Contract
  • About the Role
  • We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst to join our Research & Development team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of innovative products throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Working closely with software developers, hardware engineers, and cross-functional teams, you will be responsible for designing, executing, and documenting comprehensive testing activities while identifying and resolving product issues before release.
  • This position focuses on product development testing rather than production quality control.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Analyze product requirements and technical specifications to develop effective testing strategies.
  • Design detailed test plans, test cases, and test scenarios.
  • Execute manual, software, hardware, and automated testing throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Identify, document, and track software and hardware defects using bug tracking tools.
  • Collaborate with developers and engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
  • Perform regression, integration, functional, and system testing.
  • Participate in prototype, pre-pilot, and pilot testing activities.
  • Prepare detailed test reports, documentation, and quality recommendations.
  • Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure products meet quality, reliability, and performance standards before release.
  • Qualifications
  • DEC (College Diploma) in Computer Science, Quality Assurance, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
  • 6–8 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within software, hardware, or product development environments.
  • Strong experience developing and executing test plans, test cases, and test reporting.
  • Experience working in manufacturing or product development environments is considered an asset.
  • Proficiency with bug tracking and test management tools such as Jira, Zephyr Scale, Zoho, or PML Omnify.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
  • Familiarity with Android, Linux, Windows, macOS, and basic HTML.
  • Required Skills
  • Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.

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