Testing and Validation Analyst

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.

Within the group, Thales Digital Solutions (TDS) is a technological innovation hub supporting all sectors of activity, both in the local Canadian market and internationally. Join us to contribute to the development of mission critical solutions. Our various cutting-edge projects use our expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Human Factors, Collaborative Autonomous Systems, Optimization, Knowledge Management, Cybersecurity and Design.

Testing and Validation Analyst

Quebec City, QC (Hybrid) Full Time

Job Summary

• The testing and validation analyst participates in innovative solutions integrating artificial intelligence, Machine Learning and intelligent agents, at the heart of evolving technological products.

• The testing and validation analyst participates in the validation and quality of applications, platforms and computer systems by ensuring their proper functioning, performance and reliability;

• The testing and validation analyst will have to intervene in the design, execution and automation of tests throughout the software development lifecycle;

• The testing and validation analyst will have the mission to participate in the construction, verification and validation of the compliance of software and hardware components with system specifications;

• The testing and validation analyst must participate in application and service tests deployed on various platforms; Mobile, Cloud and be comfortable working in containerized environments;

• The testing and validation analyst must be familiar with various deployment technologies and platforms such as Linux, Windows, Android and Kubernetes.

Essential Functions

• Organization and preparation of the test strategy;

• Definition of test plans based on technical specifications;

• Coding and troubleshooting software components in various languages such as Python, Golang, C++, JavaScript, TypeScript, etc.

• Any other technical knowledge, language or platform is an asset;

• Preparation of unit tests on software elements;

• Development and execution of integration tests and functional tests;

• Automation of test execution on CI-CD pipelines;

• Configuration management of software elements;

• Identification, documentation and tracking of anomalies detected in software and systems.

Minimum Requirements

• From 3 to 5 years of experience.

• College diploma in computer science or undergraduate university degree in science, engineering, computer science or software engineering;

• Good level of expertise in testing, scripting and automation on front-end presentation functions;

• Good level of expertise in testing, scripting and automation on back-end services;

• Having intellectual curiosity, the desire to learn and diversify is essential;

• Having teamwork skills and promoting collective intelligence.

Desirable Qualification

• Good command of spoken and written French; command of English is an asset but not a requirement;

• Technical versatility and ability to adapt in constantly evolving contexts and fields;

• Experience with Agile development methods (Scrum, Kanban) is an asset.

This position requires a good knowledge of English for writing technical documents, to interact, support and/or provide services to international clients, employees and/or partners as well as to foreign government authorities who do not speak French.

Special Job Requirements

Work Schedule: Regular work schedule during office hours from Monday to Friday

Physical Environment: Primarily office work on company premises.

Travel: Occasional, for field trials, participating in conferences and/or meetings with colleagues from other parts of the world (e.g., Europe) depending on specific project requirements.

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access, including eligibility for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and be able to obtain a Canadian Enhanced Reliability level security clearance

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

• Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.

• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.

• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.

• Employee Discounts on insurance (home, and auto).

Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian Enhanced Reliability security clearance.