Software Test Specialist

Title: Spécialiste en tests logiciel / Software Test Specialist - SC QA Domains

Location: Montreal QC CA

Job Description:

Hybrid 

Software Development 

Full-Time 

R&D-497

Your team dynamics:

The Security Center QA Domains team is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of Genetec's flagship physical security platform. We test and validate the three pillars of Security Center: video surveillance, access control, and license plate recognition, in on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

We are looking for a Software Testing Specialist to join our Video team. In this role, you will be responsible for testing security systems at scale, developing test plans, identifying and reproducing issues, and investigating anomalies across various environments and platforms. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and passionate about solving technical problems. Experience with or a strong interest in test automation is a significant asset.

Why work at Genetec?

Recognized as one of Montreal's top employers since 2006, Genetec offers a collaborative and innovative work environment where employees can learn, grow, and make a real impact. In addition to stimulating work, you'll enjoy numerous benefits, including a free 24/7 gym, complimentary coffee and fruit, affordable on-site meals, free parking, and employee events throughout the year.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we would like to meet you.

Your day at a glance:

• Validate Security Center Video Management, Genetec's flagship product, to guarantee its functionality, user-friendliness, stability, and reliability across different platforms, browsers, and devices.
• Participate in the software delivery cycle using Agile/Kanban methodologies by collaborating with developers, designers, analysts, and product teams to improve product quality, usability, and testability.
• Plan, design and execute manual testing activities, including functional, integration, regression, compatibility, usability and exploratory testing.
• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test suites (end-to-end, integration, user interface, and API tests) to improve test coverage and reduce manual effort.
• Develop automation tools and frameworks for provisioning test environments, orchestration, and integration with CI/CD pipelines
• Identify, document, analyze and track anomalies, collaborating with development teams to determine root causes and validate fixes.

What makes you an excellent candidate:

• Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, software engineering, computer science, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in quality assurance (QA)
• Good understanding of video systems, streaming, codecs such as H.264 and H.265, as well as concepts of resolution and frame rate
• Knowledge of basic networking concepts: latency, bandwidth, packet loss, RTSP and HTTP
• Experience working and troubleshooting in a Windows environment
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies
• Fluency in French and English, both spoken and written (this position requires interaction with our international colleagues and clients)

An advantage if you have:

• Experience in test automation and programming
• Experience with large-scale distributed systems
• Good understanding of networking principles and IP protocols
• Knowledge of software security and security testing practices
• Experience working in Linux environments, including troubleshooting and basic scripting

This is what we offer!

• Attractive compensation package
• Training Expense Reimbursement Program
• Work-life balance thanks to a flexible working schedule
• Subsidized meals at our amazing Bistro (Les Cordons Bleus)
• Unlimited free coffee and fruit
• Free parking space for all employees
• Access to relaxation areas (pool table, game consoles, foosball, chess, etc.)
• On-site fitness center with personal trainer, as well as several health and wellness workshops

If you would like to know what the work environment is like at Genetec, here is the link to our company video: 

We know that diverse backgrounds and experiences bring great value to our teams. Even if you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply – your profile might surprise us!

Thank you for your application, but please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Headhunters and recruitment agencies are not permitted to submit CVs through this website or directly to hiring managers.

Your team's dynamic:

The Security Center QA Domains team is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of Genetec's flagship physical security platform. We test and validate the three core areas of Security Center: video surveillance, access control, and license plate recognition, across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

We are looking for a Software Test Specialist to join the Video team. In this role, you will be responsible for testing large-scale security systems, developing test plans, identifying and reproducing issues, and investigating problems across different platforms and environments. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and enjoys solving technical challenges. Experience or interest in test automation is highly valued.

Why work at Genetec?

Genetec, recognized as one of Montreal's top employers since 2006, offers a collaborative and innovative work environment where employees can learn, grow, and make an impact. In addition to meaningful work, you'll enjoy benefits such as a free 24/7 gym, complimentary coffee and fruit, affordable lunches, free parking, and employee events throughout the year. We'd love to hear from you if you're ready to take the next step in your career.

Your day at a glance:

• Validate Genetec's flagship product Security Center Video Management to ensure functionality, usability, stability, and reliability across multiple platforms, browsers, and devices
• Participate in the software delivery lifecycle using Agile/Kanban methodologies by collaborating with developers, designers, analysts, and product teams to improve product quality, usability, and testability
• Plan, design, and execute manual test activities including functional, integration, regression, compatibility, usability, and exploratory testing
• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test suites (end-to-end, integration, UI, API tests) to improve test coverage and reduce manual effort.
• Develop automation tools and frameworks for test environment provisioning, orchestration, and CI/CD pipeline integration.
• Identify, document, troubleshoot, and track defects/bugs, collaborating with development teams to investigate root causes and validate fixes

What makes you a great fit:

• Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science degree or equivalent professional experience
• 2+ years of professional QA experience
• Strong understanding of video systems, streaming, codecs like H.264, H.265, resolution, frame rate
• Knowledge of networking basics, latency, bandwidth, packet loss, RTSP, HTTP
• Experience working with and troubleshooting in Windows environment
• Strong analytical experience and a desire for detail work and great troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of test methodologies.
• Fluent in French and English, both verbal and written (this role requires interaction with our international collaborators and customers)

An asset if you have:

• Experience in test automation and programming
• Experience with large scale distributed systems
• Good understanding of networking principles and IP protocols
• Knowledge of software security and secure testing practices
• Experience working with Linux environments, including troubleshooting and basic scripting

Let's talk perks!

• Attractive compensation package
• Training Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Work-life balance with a flexible working schedule
• Subsidized meals in our amazing Bistro (Les Cordons Bleus)
• Free, unlimited coffee and fruits
• Private, free parking for all employees
• Access to relaxation spaces (pool table, gaming consoles, foosball, chess, etc.)
• Onsite fitness facility with personal trainer, and multiple wellness and health workshops

If you'd like to see what the work environment at Genetec looks like, check out our corporate video: 

We know that diverse backgrounds and experiences bring great value to our teams. Even if you don't think you tick all the boxes, we still encourage you to apply - your profile may surprise us!

Thank you for your application, but please note that only selected candidates will be contacted. Head-hunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumés/CVs through this Web site or directly to managers.