Team Lead, Product Test

Tantalus; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Burnaby seeks a Team Lead for Product Testing to manage QA teams and drive continuous improvements. The ideal candidate has 10 years in QA, robust skills in test automation, and experience with Agile methodologies. Responsibilities include leading product testing and enhancing software quality. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based compensation

Generous medical, dental, and vision plans

Healthcare spending accounts

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience in senior QA roles with expertise in testing software and automation.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodology and Scrum framework.
• Experience with embedded systems and hardware testing.

Responsibilities

• Manage product testing and software validation processes.
• Lead the development of automated test frameworks.
• Enhance software quality and reliability through process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Python

Linux

Bash scripts

Oracle databases

SQL

Jira

Confluence

Selenium

Git

CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins)

Job description

About Tantalus Systems (TSX: GRID)

Tantalus is a technology company dedicated to helping utilities modernize their distribution grids by harnessing the power of data across all their devices and systems deployed throughout the entire distribution grid – from the substation to the EV charger located behind the meter. We offer smart grid solutions across multiple levels: intelligent connected devices, communications networks, data management, enterprise applications and analytics. Learn more athttp://www.tantalus.com/.

Come join us if you’re interested in being part of an entrepreneurial team, solving complex technical problems and delivering innovative solutions that will directly impact the electrification of everything and the decarbonization of our society.

We have operations throughout the United States and Canada with offices in Burnaby (British Columbia, Canada), Raleigh (North Carolina, USA), and Norwalk (Connecticut, USA).

This position offers a competitive salary plus variable compensation based on performance targets and business objectives. Tantalus also offers generous benefits, including medical, dental and vision plans, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Senior Director of Quality and Service, the Team Lead, Product Test is responsible for driving continuous process improvements. In this role, you will manage product testing and software validation in close collaboration with QA team members working together with Product Development teams. You will lead the development of automated test frameworks, ensuring the reliability and scalability of Tantalus testing infrastructure. The Team Lead strives to enhance the quality of software and firmware products and solutions, focusing on automation and performance.

Location of Position:

This is a hybrid position based in our Burnaby, BC office.

Specifically, the Team Lead, Product Test will be responsible for:

Collaboration with Product Development

• Lead a diverse team of QA Developers, who are embedded in scrum teams
• Work together within a Product Development team that includes deep experience in the areas of front-end and back-end software, embedded systems, firmware, hardware, wireless and IP networks
• Drive the establishment of an effective test program within an Agile methodology alongside Scrum teams
• Build trust and remove obstacles to enhance QA delivery capability in a cross-functional, collaborative environment

Management of Product Testing and Software Validation

• Manage test timelines for delivery in alignment with project schedules
• Plan and manage knowledge acquisition and preparation for large testing efforts associated with each project
• Provide oversight and guidance of the test team members to ensure the quality and completeness of test plans and test reporting through engagement in project scrum workflow and the overall release workflow
• Manage the maintenance and ongoing development of the overall test library including the strategic expansion of test coverage ensuring alignment with product requirements
• Lead the team towards quality and timely release of software / firmware products throughout the iterative development process
• Ensure the final product works in real-world scenarios as intended including support for product field trials

Test Automation Development

• Lead the development of innovative approaches to product testing and test automation
• Ownership of test automation infrastructure: expansion of hardware and software required to automate testing of head-end systems, embedded real-time Linux based devices and networks

The Pursuit of Quality

• Drive continuous process improvement, work closely with Product Development teams and project managers to establish a regular process that will identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas of improvement for continuous quality delivery
• Ensure product quality throughout the development process, utilizing Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify and address potential defects, and a PLM system, such as Arena, to manage product data and ECO (Engineering Change Orders) workflow
• Work collaboratively to establish software and firmware KPIs or QA metrics

What you Bring:

Education and Experience

• 10 years of work in a senior QA role, and with deep experience in quality assurance, testing software, test automation, embedded systems, firmware and/or hardware
• Ability to identify gaps in test coverage and take the initiative to write new test cases in these areas and to ensure that edge cases are not missed
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail
• Experience with Agile projects, Scrum framework, iterative / incremental development and Software Development LifeCycle
• Strong experience with: Python, Linux (e.g. Ubuntu or RedHat) and Bash scripts
• Hands on experience with: Oracle databases, SQL queries, tools such as Jira, Confluence and test tools such as Selenium. Proficiency with version control systems such as Git
• Familiarity and experience withCI/CD tools(e.g., Jenkins)
• Any knowledge of electric metering and smart grid communications, or utility industry experience would be an asset
• A degree in Engineering, Computer Science or similar program. An MBA would be an asset

Personal Attributes

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills needed for working in cross-functional teams
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities along with a disciplined, structured approach
• A knack for finding bugs and figuring out how to break designs

If you possess some of the key skills and experiences outlined in the job posting and are genuinely interested in the position, we invite you to take a chance and submit your application. We value diverse perspectives, unique skills, and believe in the power of potential over specific qualifications.

Tantalus is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us [e-mail].