Quality Assurance Analyst

About the job
Quality Assurance Analyst About

ANVIL is a trusted partner in the defence industry, delivering cutting-edge solutions that enhance military capabilities and operational effectiveness. We extend our expertise to public safety, law enforcement, and national security organizations, accelerating mission-critical decision making through analytical tools, automations, and game-changing machine learning capabilities. ANVIL helps organizations discover, manage, enrich, fuse, and exploit the information available to them in support of Information Dominance and Decision Advantage.

Job Type: Full Time (Ottawa)

Role

We are looking for a Quality Assurance Analyst to ensure the reliability and quality of our software products. This position offers an exciting opportunity to establish and implement foundational testing practices while working on mission-critical software that serves defense and public safety organizations.

You will work closely with development teams and product owners to ensure the quality and reliability of our software platform. In this role, you’ll develop and execute test cases that validate critical functionality, identify potential issues before they reach production, and maintain clear documentation of testing processes. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to clearly communicate technical issues to help drive efficient resolution.

Responsibilities

Test Strategy and Planning

Develop comprehensive test strategies aligned with user stories and product requirements
Create and maintain detailed test plans and test cases to ensure thorough coverage
Partner with product and development teams to understand requirements
Document testing approaches based on product risk assessment

Test Execution

Perform thorough manual testing across all phases of the development lifecycle
Execute test cases with clear, detailed documentation
Conduct regression testing to ensure new changes don’t impact existing functionality
Provide regular status updates on testing progress

Bug Identification and Reporting

Identify and document critical issues early in the development cycle
Log defects with clear reproduction steps and supporting evidence
Collaborate with developers to troubleshoot reported issues

Project Support and Communication

Participate in sprint planning, daily standups, and sprint reviews
Review and provide feedback on requirements and specifications
Work closely with development team and management to ensure quality standards

Prerequisites

Eligible for Government of Canada Top Secret security clearance.
Minimum 1-3 years of industry experience
Attention to detail
Strong analytical mindset
Expertise in integrating QA processes

Why work here?

We have competitive salaries, flexible benefits, and the ability to work from home. But the most compelling reason to work with us is that this is more than just a job; you’ll be part of a team of dedicated professionals who share a common goal: to increase the safety and security of western democracies through the effective use of data. Our workplace is not just a job, it’s a community of like-minded people working together to make a positive impact on the world we live in.

At ANVIL you will work in a dynamic and collaborative environment where creativity, curiosity, and teamwork are celebrated. You will work alongside talented and passionate experts, and have the chance to learn from some of the best in the industry.

Join us and be part of a team that’s making a meaningful impact in the world.