Software Team Supervisor

Our client, Quester Tangent, is growing, and they have a new hybrid opportunity for a Software Team Supervisor to join their talented, collaborative team in Victoria, BC. If you bring 5+ years of software development experience with at least 3 years of software team leadership experience, and you enjoy working on large, multi-year projects that allow you to see the long-term difference you are making, this position will be of interest.

Quester Tangent has had the privilege of being at the forefront of the train technology industry for over 30 years. Based on Canada’s beautiful Pacific Coast, their talented team takes pride in helping to make smarter and more connected trains through every stage of the lifecycle – from design to ongoing support. Their leading-edge solutions help enhance public transit systems across North America, making travel safer, more efficient, and comfortable for everyone.

When you join Quester Tangent you will be joining a closely-knit team that is passionate about the work they do and the positive impact it has on transit systems. If you would love to contribute to meaningful change in the world’s transit networks, Quester Tangent would love for you to join our team!

What makes Quester Tangent a great employer?

They offer many benefits and rewards, and here is a sampling of what you can look forward to when you join their team:

• A full-time, permanent position with competitive compensation of $85,000 – $105,000 per year (actual compensation varies due to relevant skills, related experience, and education).
• A Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm hybrid role (with 3 days per week required in office) with a healthy work-life balance; your time outside of work is valued, and you are encouraged to disconnect and recharge after hours.
• Comprehensive benefits coverage including health, dental, AD&D, and life insurance after 3 months of employment.
• Paid vacation, one personal day per calendar quarter, and a healthy work/life balance.
• A dedicated parking spot.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture that offers you rewarding and impactful work, growth and development, and the knowledge that your ideas will help shape their future.

What could your day as a Software Team Supervisor hold?

The Software Team Supervisor is responsible for overseeing execution of Quester Tangent’s application-level software development, test and release related to external projects, internal products, and internal tools. This will include:

• Leading and supporting a team of developers and testers to deliver high quality software releases on time and within scope, while fostering team growth through coaching, mentoring and performance management.
• Planning and allocating team resources in collaboration with the Software Development Manager to support active projects, escalations and long-term corporate priorities.
• Overseeing software development processes, including milestone tracking, change approvals, documentation standards compliance and ERP related activities.
• Partnering cross functionally with Operations and other internal stakeholders to communicate roadmap updates, coordinate priorities and support forecasting and planning activities.

This is only a small sampling of what your day may hold. Please be sure to review the full Job Description.

Our ideal Software Team Supervisor brings:

• Minimum 5 years of progressive software development experience, including at least 3 years leading and developing high performing teams.
• Demonstrated experience delivering customized software solutions to multiple clients, including estimation, resource planning and load levelling.
• Strong technical background with hands on development experience in C++, C# and JavaScript, and knowledge of white and black box testing methodologies.
• Proven ability to plan and coordinate concurrent development activities across cross functional teams.
• Experience with recruitment and hiring; Scrum Master or Team Lead certification or experience is considered an asset.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 10%) primarily within Canada and the United States.
• Valid passport and authorization (visa) required to travel to customer locations.
• Security clearance may be required, depending on project assignments and client requirements.

Additional Skills and Abilities that will help you thrive in the role:

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and strong organizational abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer-focused mindset.
• The ability to innovate while creating maintainable and testable solutions is valued.

We would love to hear from you!

After reviewing the full Job Description, please forward your resume that clearly outlines your related experience and skillsets to TallSky Consulting. We look forward to receiving your confidential application!

This position will remain open until it is filled. We thank all applicants; however, after the initial acknowledgement, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.