Jobs at Reliance HMO

Description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Software Engineer to join our team as Technical Lead. In this position, you will play a crucial role as the right-hand of our Engineering Managers and will be responsible for overseeing the development and delivery of high-quality software solutions, ensuring technical excellence, and driving innovation within the organization.  This is a hands-on role, you will be one of the key code contributors to the company. 

As a company that is growing fast, Reliance Health is looking for people who will bring experience and a level of maturity to the team, you will be the person who demonstrates what “good” looks like regarding our processes, documentation and procedures. 

Responsibilities: 

• Project Leadership: Assist the Engineering Manager in leading and inspiring a team of software engineers, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure their professional growth and success. Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that promotes teamwork and open communication. 
• Technical Excellence: Promote and uphold best practices in software engineering, architecture, and development methodologies. Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and software engineering practices to ensure continuous improvement and innovation within the team. 
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, quality assurance, and design, to define project requirements, scope, and priorities. Facilitate effective communication and coordination between teams to ensure alignment and smooth project execution. 
• Talent Acquisition and Development: Participate in the recruitment and hiring process, identifying and attracting top engineering talent. Nurture and develop the skills and capabilities of team members through ongoing training, performance feedback, and career development opportunities. 
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for process improvement and efficiency gains, implementing strategies and initiatives to optimize software development workflows. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team members to contribute ideas and innovations to enhance productivity and quality.
• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with quality assurance teams to establish and maintain effective testing processes, ensuring software products meet high-quality standards, reliability, and scalability. 

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 
• Proven experience in leading and managing software engineering teams, preferably in an Agile/Scrum environment with a minimum of 6 years of experience in software development. 
• Strong technical background with expertise in software development, architecture, and design. 
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, PHP or JavaScript. 
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Experience in project management, including planning, resource allocation, and risk mitigation. 
• Familiarity with software development tools, version control systems, and project management software. 
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. 
• A passion for technology and staying up-to-date with industry trends. 

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Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager of Quality Assurance (QA) with expertise in Cypress to lead our QA team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products through effective leadership, strategic planning, and hands-on involvement in testing processes. Your role will involve overseeing the implementation and optimisation of Cypress-based testing frameworks to meet our quality standards. 

Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Strategy: Provide strategic direction for the QA team, aligning QA processes with overall business objectives. Lead, but more importantly, mentor a comparatively young team of QA professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, sharing of best practice, and continuous improvement. 
• Cypress Implementation: Design, implement, and maintain robust testing frameworks using Cypress for web applications and service-based architecture. Stay abreast of industry best practices and advancements in testing, ensuring the team adopts the latest tools and techniques.  
• Test Driven Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and develop comprehensive test plans. Oversee the execution of test cases, ensuring adequate coverage of functional and non-functional requirements. 
• Automation Strategy: Define and implement an automation strategy, emphasizing the use of Cypress for efficient and effective test automation. Evaluate and recommend improvements to existing automation processes.  
• Quality Assurance Processes: Establish and enforce QA processes, standards, and methodologies to ensure consistent and high-quality deliverables. Conduct regular reviews and audits to identify areas for improvement in QA processes. 
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with development, product management, and other stakeholders to facilitate clear communication and understanding of quality expectations. Act as a liaison between QA and other departments, fostering a collaborative and proactive approach to quality assurance.  
• Performance Monitoring: Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of QA processes and the impact on product quality. Continuously identify and address bottlenecks in the testing process. 
• Training and Development: Provide training and development opportunities for QA team members to enhance their skills. Whilst the current focus is on automation and TDD, this will expand to performance testing, resilience testing, accessibility testing, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a QA Manager with a minimum of 5 years experience in leadership, with a focus on test automation using Cypress.
• In-depth knowledge of Cypress testing frameworks and related technologies.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and achieve high-quality deliverables.