Head of Quality Engineering | Edinburgh, UK

Computershare; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Location: Edinburgh

In this position, you'll be based in the Edinburgh office for a minimum of three days a week, with the flexibility to work from home for some of your working week. Find out more about our flexible work culture at computershare.com/flex.

We give you a world of potential

Computershare are currently looking to recruit a Head of Quality Engineering to collaborate closely with software development and IT teams within Computershare Technology Services.

What makes this role exciting when there are other similar roles in the market?

• You will be part of a global transformation program, helping to grow our culture of engineering excellence.
• You will have full ownership of our quality strategy as you define our goals and put in place a plan to execute them.
• We are a global team, who value collaboration and career development/progression.

A role you will love

As our Head of Quality Engineering, you will work within a highly skilled team in an Agile environment. You will be responsible for developing and executing our quality strategy in support of our product development.

Some key responsibilities:

• Manage the activities of the team to ensure consistent, rapid delivery of quality solutions.
• Coach and mentor team members in support of continuous improvement and career development.
• Build a high performing QE team.
• Implement consistent tooling and methodology within the team.
• Keep up to date with industry trends, conduct research, and apply new techniques to the delivery of software.

What will you bring to the role?

You will play a pivotal role in growing our culture of engineering excellence thus making sure our organization's digital operations are secure and efficient. You will also be responsible for implementing a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

Other key skills required for the role include:

• Proven ability to influence and motivate (global, geographically dispersed) teams to achieve desired outcomes.
• Previous experience in an IT leadership role.
• Experience in technology delivery for one or more complex products in an Agile environment.
• Proven ability to be highly collaborative and work effectively in a global environment.
• Proven ability to collaborate with and influence senior stakeholders.

Does this sound like the role for you?

Then feel free to apply or reach out for a chat!

Rewards designed for you.

Flexible work to help you find the best balance between work and lifestyle.

Health and wellbeing rewards that can be tailored to support you and your family.

Invest in our business by setting aside salary to purchase shares in our company, and you'll receive a company contribution as well.

Extra rewards ranging from recognition awards and team get-togethers to helping you invest in your future.

And more. Ours is a welcoming and close-knit community, with experienced colleagues ready to help you grow. Our handbook will help you find out more about our rewards and life at Computershare, visit computershare.com/careers-handbook.

About Us

A company to be proud of

We're a global leader in financial administration with over 12,000 employees across more than 22 different countries. At Computershare, it's more than just a job, our open and inclusive culture means that we will help you to grow, to move forward and make the most of our world of opportunities.

A diverse and inclusive place to work

At Computershare we value diversity and welcome applications from everyone, believing that an equal and inclusive culture is key to excellent results. One of the greatest advantages for our organisation is the talent and diversity of our people and we strive to ensure all our employees have an equal opportunity to contribute their ideas, bring their personality to their work and showcase their skills. For support with accommodations or adjustments during our recruitment process please visit computershare.com/access for further information.

About the Team

Our Technology Services team is a place where new ideas and approaches are welcomed, and every individual is equipped and empowered to create change. We're a rapidly evolving and diverse global business and there is always something to learn, opportunities to explore and a broad range of career paths to progress along.