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- Speer Technologies is a dynamic technology hub based in Toronto, partnered with some of the largest technology incubators in the Greater Toronto Area. We are a team of passionate innovators and open‑minded thinkers, dedicated to building groundbreaking technologies. Our products are on the path to receiving provisional patents, with partnerships spanning Italy, Germany, California, and France.
- As a startup, we thrive on creativity, collaboration, and the drive to push boundaries. Our fast‑paced environment offers exposure to a variety of programming languages, software, and work environments, ensuring a rich learning experience. We provide ample opportunities for personal and professional growth, all while fostering an inclusive and barrier‑free workplace.
- Speer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment process. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
- Please advise Speer of any accommodations you may require to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
- Growth Opportunities:
We offer the chance to grow with the company and take on new responsibilities as we expand. - Dynamic Environment:
Our fast‑paced startup environment ensures no two days are the same. - Innovation:
Be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of technology and making a real impact. - Inclusive Workplace:
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.
- Collaborate with external partners to clarify requirements and generate tiered scopes for upcoming projects.
- Advise external partners and product designers on the preferred flows for new features informed by a strong understanding of the product's current software capabilities.
- Break down long and complex projects into tiered approaches with clear deliverables and accurate timelines.
- Coordinate with developer teams to ensure requirements are clear and blockers are resolved to streamline development cycles.
- Set up agile sprints with achievable goals that meet Speer's quick turnaround times for feature deployment.
- Lead agile/scrum meetings and coordinate with the product team to ensure resources are allocated as needed to meet project timelines.
- Conduct UI/UX and functionality quality assurance passes on all stages of the software development lifecycle including: ideation and wire framing, finalized designs, development milestones, final product.
- Hold weekly meetings with partners where new requirements are scoped and completed/in‑progress features are shared.
- Hold feature demos in a clear, creative, and engaging manner to showcase new features to partners.
- Break down new feature requirements into clear tickets with specific requirements and all necessary details to facilitate developer handoff of tasks.
- Provide a sense of direction for the entire product delivery team and other product stakeholders.
- Background in software development strongly preferred.
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Expertise in matching technical requirements with the right software solutions and technology stack.
- Adept at leveraging AI tools to boost productivity and handle rote tasks.
- Basic scripting proficiency is a big asset.
- Creative direction and innovative approach to understanding partners, their needs and how we specify our requirements.
- Possessing a unique approach to making partners feel comfortable interacting with us.
- Background in technology to effectively work and communicate with software developers and product designers.
- Comfortable with the fundamentals of databases, APIs, mobile and web applications.
- Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Kanban board management.
- Experience with Agile Project Management Tools (e.g., JIRA).
- Hands on experience with agile processes and principles, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Meticulous attention to detail for UI elements, spelling and grammar, and general app performance.
- Are passionate and in love with the STEM industry, especially software development.
- Possess great team leadership and motivational skills.
- Creative even outside of the tech sphere.
- You can demonstrate a portfolio with previous design, demo, pitch deck and social media work.
- Can think outside the box.
- Are ambitious and love the startup environment.
- Must be able to work strange hours and be flexible - we're a startup - sacrifices are made to make us greater!
- Fluency in French is an asset.
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Pay: $65,000–$85,000 a year
- Flexible language requirement: French not required
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