Learn about how software is made.

As a Software Tester, you will test the applications that we build for our customers as well as our own internal tools. You will collaborate closely with other members of the engineering and product teams to ensure that our products are free of defects. 

No previous experience is required. In fact, we prefer a candidate with no previous experience in software quality assurance. This position can be an entry point to other roles in technology or product development.

This role is focused on manual testing rather than automated testing.

Salary

Starting salary: CAD$53,000 to $67,000.

Hours

40 hours per week. Working hours are flexible but need to roughly align with business hours in Pacific Time.

Who is suited for this position

You are smart and a perfectionist. You check and double-check every detail. You keep meticulous records. You are very patient with repetitive tasks. You like solving puzzles. You might not have any formal experience in software testing or the tech industry, but you can pick up a new mobile or web application and figure out how to use it faster than most people you know. This job can be a great way to enter the tech industry without previous experience.

Responsibilities

• Work with the product team to create and execute test plans for product features.
• Perform on-demand testing as the engineering team deploys changes.
• Create and maintain detailed bug reports.
• Be responsible for the backlog of bugs.
• Ensure that metrics are correct.
• Other work to facilitate the progress of the software development team.

Requirements

• Proficient in writing clear, concise, and accurate English.
• Good understanding of the fundamentals of the Internet, browsers, email, and common operating systems. Familiar with terms like: URL, HTTPS, Safari, Chrome, attachment, Android, server, virtual machine.

Applying

To apply for the role of Software Tester, please take this online test. It is a test of logical reasoning and attention to detail. The test requires no upfront preparation, but strong English language skills are necessary for understanding the logic questions. It will take between 45 minutes and one hour to complete. Please take your time to answer the questions very carefully.

This test will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for a limited number of applicants.

Click here to take the test

Company information

Hushmail is a well-established company with customers primarily in healthcare. We have been providing high-security email services since 1998 and offering online forms and electronic signatures since 2019. We serve thousands of customers in healthcare and we see massive opportunity in that market.

Hushmail has a highly capable team and a supportive environment. The company is small, so everyone has the opportunity to make a significant impact. We notice and reward high performance. Hushmail is headquartered in beautiful downtown Vancouver, B.C, Canada. We actively seek a diverse pool of candidates for all job roles.