Job Specifications
Who We Are:
At KEV, we help school districts eliminate the school finance blind spot. Our platform gives district finance teams real-time visibility and traceability into every dollar collected at the school level; whether it's cash, check, or digital. From field trips to fundraisers, we help them manage every dollar with confidence. More than 26,000 schools across North America trust KEV to manage over $4 billion annually. By unifying payments, accounting, and reporting, KEV simplifies life for bookkeepers, builds trust with parents, and gives finance leaders the oversight their current systems cannot. It's how we help schools stay compliant, reduce risk, and focus on what matters most, student success.
Backed by Five Arrows, the PE arm of Rothschild & Co., KEV is investing more than ever to support K-12 in a world of tighter budgets, rising scrutiny, and fast-changing tech. We're headquartered in Toronto, with offices across North America.
If you're excited by the idea of building tech that protects schools, empowers finance teams, and improves education through better systems, KEV is the place for you.
Why Join KEV?
Work in an industry that benefits children, parents and schools
Do meaningful and purpose-driven work, and make a real impact
Join a quickly growing organization with real opportunity for learning and growth
Passionate and accessible leadership team that cares about people, personally and professionally
Hybrid work environment (3 days a week in either our North York or Cambridge office)
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Analyst to join our IT team. Reporting to the Manager, Development, this individual will be responsible for ensuring the quality and functionality of our software products through rigorous testing, defect tracking, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment. You will work closely with developers, product managers, and other team members to understand requirements to create functional, regression, integration, and system testing across multiple platforms and environments.
Responsibilities:
Develop, execute, and maintain detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on business and technical requirements
Perform functional, regression, integration, and system testing across multiple platforms and environments
Utilize SQL to create, execute, and validate data-driven test scenarios and verify back-end processes
Track and manage defects using Jira or similar tools, ensuring timely resolution and retesting
Document and maintain test documentation in Confluence for knowledge sharing and future reference
Collaborate with Developers, Product Owners, and other stakeholders in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
Continuously identify, suggest, and implement improvements in QA processes and testing strategies
Ensure all software releases meet the required quality standards before deployment
Requirements and Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
4+ years of experience in software quality assurance , including functional, regression, integration, and system testing across multiple platforms and environments
Experience writing and executing SQL queries for data validation
Proficiency in Jira for defect tracking and Agile project management
Experience working with Confluence for documentation and collaboration
In-depth knowledge of defect tracking processes and tools
Understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working in Agile teams
Knowledge of cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Self-driven with the ability to work autonomously with and with full accountability for the work
Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing quality issues
Good communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a cross-functional team
This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule - KEV Group employees will be expected to go into the office 3 days per week, in either our North York or Cambridge location.
Why You'll Love Working at KEV
Make a real difference every day - At KEV, your work supports children, parents, and schools across North America. We don't just build software, we create solutions that simplify lives and strengthen communities. Our mission is rooted in impact, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of K-12 education.
The KEV Way - At KEV, you'll never feel stuck in the status quo. You'll be part of a team that's constantly questioning, improving, and innovating--always with one guiding focus: How does this help our schools and the students they serve? It's a culture that challenges you to do your best work while reminding you why it matters.
Grow with us - We're scaling fast, and so are our people. At KEV, you'll have real opportunities to learn, develop, and shape your career. Whethe
About the Company
KEV Group provides the most comprehensive activity fund management solution enabling K-12 schools to manage every dollar efficiently, accurately, and consistently. By seamlessly integrating and automating all processes, the SchoolCash platform provides real-time visibility and control over how districts and schools create, collect, manage, track, and reconcile activity funds. Over 22,000 schools across North America rely on SchoolCash to manage $4 billion+ in activity funds annually.
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