Quality Assurance Engineer

Position Summary: The Product Engineer is responsible for the development and engineering of new product solutions, as well as for ensuring that products meet the design intent, are manufacturing friendly, meet cost targets and meet industry testing and safety standards. The Product Engineer will work on multi-disciplinary project teams where achieving consensus and quality are the keys to success. Requirements Job Duties:   To develop creative and sound engineering product solutions in response to the product directional outline (PDO), manufacturing improvement projects, customer quality claims, and installation issues. Incorporate technical advances in manufacturing processes and materials while understanding current capabilities in supplier base. To evolve the design concept through a systematic process of modeling, prototyping, testing and analysis re-iterating the design to optimize the function, appearance, and manufacturing of new parts and assemblies. Develop accurate and detailed parts and assembly layouts. To cooperate closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that developed products address market needs and customer expectations. To work together with cross-disciplinary project teams to collectively solve product issues including function, manufacturability, technical application /compatibility, testing and installation, etc. To prepare complete and accurate technical documentation for developed product (assembly and part drawings, part specification sheets) and other supporting documentation of all technical aspects of the product using a common database and complying with Tayco’s ISO procedures and internal standards. Interpret the testing requirements as they apply to the products and their application (BIFMA, CGSB, UL CSA, UBC, IBC, etc.). To ensure that the product design complies with all relevant testing requirements. To coordinate the fabrication of prototypes and pre-production product as required for the design evolution, testing, showroom and training requirements. Assist with cost analysis by gathering quotes, reviewing material usage, and supporting value engineering efforts. To liaise with 3rd party suppliers to source components or fabrication solutions. At development hold design reviews, topics include drawings, manufacturing process, capability, efficiency and the plan for quality. Provide documentation, data and other information required for effective launch of products into full production. To contribute to the development of new processes and tools that improve the development process and support Tayco’s position in the industry. To provide engineering knowledge and expertise to other departments in the organization. Support claims and warranty issues with short and long term solutions To continue to acquire knowledge of industry trends and standards, manufacturing and materials, technology, competitive product and engineering practices, environmental issues and sustainable design principles. Zero defects at launch through quality planning. QUALIFICATIONS To be able to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mechanical Engineering degree, diploma or equivalent experience P. Engineering License or Equivalent required 5-7 years engineering experience in a product design and manufacturing environment Knowledge and experience designing for a variety of manufacturing processes and materials (i.e. sheet metal, plastic, glass, wood) Good project and time management skills, experience in handling multiple projects Excellent organizational skills Strong 3D modeling and detail design using Solidworks or other parametric modeling program. Familiarity with ANSI/BIFMA standards. Experience with Solidworks PDM is preferred Experience with ERP systems for engineering and manufacturing processes is preferred Hands-on experience with prototype and model making Very good communication (verbal and written), presentation and interpersonal skills Ability to work both in diverse multidisciplinary team environment as well as individually with minimum supervision. Benefits Compensation : $80,000 to $85,000 Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision) 3 weeks of vacation Active Social Committee with wonderful company culture Great people to work with! Tayco endeavors to fill positions with the best available candidates who have the appropriate combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Tayco is committed to equity and values diversity. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all genders and sexual orientations, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of a visible minority. At Tayco, we are embracing innovative technologies, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be used to pre-screen applicants to enhance our recruitment process. AI-driven tools help us streamline candidate sourcing, improve the quality of our hiring decisions, and ensure a more efficient and personalized experience for both candidates and hiring teams.

About the Role We're seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to strengthen our Ruby and Rails team. This role is well suited for someone at the senior boundary - either newly senior or an experienced mid-level engineer ready to level up. The ideal candidate is hungry to grow, ready to take ownership of complex features, and can work effectively as a technical partner to experienced senior and staff engineers. This role will be building customer facing capabilities on our core marketing automation platform serving thousands of e-commerce businesses. Key Responsibilities Design and implement features and capabilities for Privy’s multi-channel marketing platform Contribute to API and integration framework enabling deep integration between Privy and partner applications. Develop triggers, filters, and actions for Privy’s Flow automation product. Partner with senior and staff engineers on system architecture and scaling decisions Optimize application performance for high-volume data processing, real-time messaging, and advanced real-time list segmentation Review code and help maintain a high bar for both the product and engineering standards Participate in the on-call rotation and incident response Required Qualifications 6+ years of backend development experience with at least 3 working in a production Ruby on Rails codebase Solid understanding of data modeling and query optimization - PostgreSQL experience is a plus Experience with background job processing and strong understanding of async development patterns - Sidekiq experience is a plus Experience delivering, operating and maintaining features end-to-end in production Experience designing and implementing APIs in Rails and an understanding of RESTful principles Strong written communication skills and established habits communicating about your work asynchronously in writing Collaboration first mindset and proven ability to work independently Benefits High autonomy with no career ceilings Challenging and interesting work Amazing colleagues Competitive salary and equity Work remotely Covered health, dental, and vision insurance Regular team events and off-sites Unlimited PTO and generous paid parental leave

About Maneva Maneva, a startup founded by an ex-Google Deepmind researcher, is an AI service provider revolutionizing manufacturing operations with cutting-edge AI solutions for autonomous factory operation and optimization. Our solution generates AI-powered actions and insights using off-the-shelf hardware or existing vision systems for real-impact manufacturing problems in products and equipment inspection, production efficiency, safety, and more. What You'll Do As an Engineering Project Manager at Maneva, you'll be the strategic orchestrator ensuring optimal utilization of our engineering resources across multiple concurrent AI vision system deployments. You will drive engineering prioritization, manage project timelines, and serve as the critical bridge between our technical teams and customer success organization. Your deep understanding of industrial engineering and machine vision systems will enable you to make informed resource allocation decisions while maintaining technical credibility with both internal teams and external customers. This role is central to scaling our operations efficiently, ensuring our engineering talent is optimally deployed across high-impact customer projects while maintaining delivery excellence and customer satisfaction. Location: Remote-first with occasional travel for strategic customer meetings Key Responsibilities Engineering Resource Management & Prioritization Optimize engineering resource allocation across multiple concurrent customer projects, balancing team capacity, skill sets, and project priorities Develop and maintain engineering capacity planning models to forecast resource needs and identify potential bottlenecks across the project portfolio Lead weekly engineering resource allocation meetings with technical leads to review project status, adjust priorities, and resolve resource conflicts Create and manage engineering project roadmaps with clear dependency mapping, critical path analysis, and resource requirements Implement resource utilization tracking and metrics to continuously improve team efficiency and project delivery performance Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams including vision engineers, software developers, hardware specialists, and field technicians Project Timeline & Milestone Management Establish realistic project timelines based on technical complexity, resource availability, and customer requirements Monitor and track project milestones across all active deployments, proactively identifying and mitigating schedule risks Facilitate project planning sessions with engineering teams to break down complex deployments into manageable work packages Manage project interdependencies and coordinate sequencing across multiple customer implementations Conduct regular project health assessments and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track Maintain project documentation including scope changes, timeline adjustments, and lessons learned Customer Success & Communication Interface Partner closely with Customer Success team to translate technical project status into clear customer communications Provide technical expertise for customer discussions around timeline expectations, milestone definitions, and project scope Participate in customer calls to discuss project progress, address technical concerns, and manage expectation alignment Prepare executive-level project dashboards showing portfolio health, resource utilization, and delivery forecasts Escalate and resolve project issues that impact customer satisfaction or delivery commitments Support pre-sales technical discussions by providing realistic delivery timeline estimates and resource requirements Process Optimization & Strategic Planning Develop and refine project management processes specifically tailored for AI vision system deployments Analyze project data to identify patterns, bottlenecks, and opportunities for process improvement Lead retrospectives and post-project reviews to capture learnings and optimize future project execution Build forecasting models for engineering capacity planning and project pipeline management Collaborate with leadership on strategic resource planning and team scaling decisions Requirements What We're Looking For Must-Haves Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field with 5+ years of project management experience in industrial environments Proven experience managing industrial engineering projects with specific background in machine vision, automation, or robotics implementations Strong customer-facing experience including technical discussions, project updates, and expectation management with manufacturing clients Demonstrated success coordinating cross-functional engineering teams across hardware, software, and field deployment disciplines Deep understanding of industrial manufacturing environments including production constraints, operational requirements, and implementation challenges Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) and tools (Jira, Asana, MS Project, etc.) Excellent analytical skills with ability to assess technical complexity and translate into accurate timeline estimates Strong communication skills with ability to interface effectively between technical teams and business stakeholders Nice-to-Haves Project management certification (PMP, Scrum Master, or equivalent) Hands-on experience with machine vision systems including cameras, lighting, image processing, and industrial integration Background in AI/ML project deployment or computer vision applications Experience with industrial automation protocols (PLC integration, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.) Knowledge of manufacturing industries such as food & beverage, automotive, packaging, or CPG Experience in startup or scale-up environments with rapidly evolving project requirements Familiarity with software development lifecycles and DevOps practices for edge deployment Background in IoT or edge computing deployments Experience with resource planning and capacity management tools Understanding of hardware procurement and supply chain considerations Key Competencies Technical credibility to engage meaningfully with engineering teams on complex technical projects and provide accurate customer communications People management skills for directly managing individual contributor technical teams across diverse engineering disciplines Systems thinking to understand interdependencies across hardware, software, and field deployment activities Analytical problem-solving with data-driven approach to resource optimization and timeline management Stakeholder management across internal teams, customer success, and external customers Startup adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities, resource constraints, and rapid scaling requirements Escalation management with ability to quickly assess technical issues and coordinate appropriate engineering resources for resolution Benefits Why Join Maneva? Drive operational excellence in a fast-growing AI company transforming manufacturing through cutting-edge vision systems Shape the future of project delivery by building scalable processes for AI system deployments Work with world-class engineering talent while optimizing team performance and customer success Gain exposure to cutting-edge Vision AI & IoT solutions across diverse manufacturing environments Lead strategic initiatives that directly impact company growth and customer satisfaction Build expertise in the rapidly expanding field of industrial AI and autonomous manufacturing Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience Equity participation in a high-growth AI startup Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage Flexible PTO and professional development opportunities Remote-first culture with modern collaboration tools Important Notice: Protecting Your Personal Information We are committed to ensuring the security and privacy of all applicants. Please be aware that our company will never ask for sensitive personal information, via email, phone call or text message. We also do not require payment from applicants for any part of the hiring process. If you are contacted by someone claiming to represent our company and asking for such information, please do not respond. Instead, report the incident to us immediately at IT-Security@Maneva.ai.

About Us Gramian Consulting is a boutique consultancy specializing in IT professional services and engineering talent solutions. With a strong background in software engineering and leadership, we help companies build high-performing teams by matching them with professionals who truly fit their needs. This opening is on behalf of one of our clients, and we’ll work closely with you to make the process clear and straightforward. About the company Our client is a venture-backed, product-led SaaS company serving modern online businesses and Content Creators. They build tools that help independent operators launch, sell, and manage their offerings end-to-end—from storefronts and checkout to analytics and customer engagement. The team is lean, senior, and highly collaborative, with engineers closely involved in product decisions. The environment favors rapid iteration, measurable outcomes, and craftsmanship in both UX and reliability. The company is headquartered in North America with a distributed team; meaningful overlap with Pacific Time is preferred. Role Overview We’re hiring a Product Manager (Creator Tools) who blends hands-on product execution with an active creator mindset. You’ll own discovery through delivery on a fast-moving roadmap, validate ideas with real users, and share updates publicly to inspire and inform the community. This role suits a doer who is comfortable shipping quickly, simplifying complex problems, and rallying teams around outcomes. Key Responsibilities Own near-term roadmap (1–3 months): define objectives, prioritize bets, and keep delivery on track with clear success metrics. Continuous discovery: talk to creators weekly, synthesize insights, and translate them into problem statements, PRDs, and experiment plans. Ship & iterate fast: run lightweight A/B tests, launch MVPs, and make crisp decisions using directional data (dashboards, funnels, retention). Operational leadership: lead weekly sprint rituals, unblock engineering/design, refine scope, and keep momentum high. Prototype & communicate: create wireframes and narratives in Figma/Notion; align stakeholders with concise written docs. Build in public: publish short product updates/learnings on Instagram to engage users and gather feedback. Measure what matters: define and track product KPIs; report outcomes and learnings to the team. Raise the bar: bring taste for UX and quality; ensure reliability, privacy, and trust are considered in every release. Location & Work Mode Toronto HQ; primarily in-office with flexibility for creator events and user research. Relocation support can be discussed during the process. Requirements Must-Haves 2+ years as a Product Manager or Founder with a credible PMF story. Active Instagram Creator posting ≥3 times/week; comfortable sharing product work publicly. Toronto-based (or willing to relocate) and excited to work primarily in-office. Highly self-directed; able to operate like an internal “mini-agency” from brief to launch. Strong bias for action—ships quickly, iterates based on signal, doesn’t wait for perfect information. Clear, structured thinker who reduces complexity and focuses on real user pain. Female preferred/only Nice-to-Haves (not all required) Early-stage startup experience on lean teams (≈1–20 people). Technically conversant: understands trade-offs and can partner closely with engineering. Team amplifier who builds trust across functions and lifts execution quality. Owner mentality with product intuition and business awareness. Strong eye for design and details; empathy for creators and their workflows. Collaborative style—peers enjoy working with you and you make the team better. Ambition to build something meaningful and long-lasting. Benefits Equity Group Health Insurance Benefits – 100% Premium Coverage 100% Coverage Paramedical Benefits up to $750 Out of Country Emergency Care Up to 100% Coverage on Medications up to $10,000 100% Coverage on Dental up to $2,000 Health & Wellness Membership Reimbursement up to $500 per year, subject to verification by the Company of regular use Lifetime membership subscription to Stan Home office stipend is available based on need and is subject to the Company’s sole discretion.

About Us Gramian Consulting is a boutique consultancy specializing in IT professional services and engineering talent solutions. With a strong background in software engineering and leadership, we help companies build high-performing teams by matching them with professionals who truly fit their needs. This opening is on behalf of one of our clients, and we’ll work closely with you to make the process clear and straightforward. About the company Our client is a venture-backed, product-led SaaS company serving modern online businesses and Content Creators. They build tools that help independent operators launch, sell, and manage their offerings end-to-end—from storefronts and checkout to analytics and customer engagement. The team is lean, senior, and highly collaborative, with engineers closely involved in product decisions. The environment favors rapid iteration, measurable outcomes, and craftsmanship in both UX and reliability. The company is headquartered in North America with a distributed team; meaningful overlap with Pacific Time is preferred. Role Overview We’re seeking a Senior Full-Stack Engineer (React/Node.js) to own features from concept to production. You’ll partner with design and product, shape APIs and data models, improve performance and reliability, and help evolve a modern CI/CD and observability setup. This role suits someone who enjoys moving quickly, sweating details, and operating with a high degree of autonomy. Key Responsibilities End-to-end feature ownership: scope, design, implement, test, release, and iterate across web frontend (React/TypeScript) and backend services (Node.js/TypeScript). Backend & data: design clean APIs, model relational/NoSQL data, implement caching/queuing, and optimize performance at scale. Frontend excellence: build accessible, responsive interfaces with strong attention to UX, latency, and stability. Quality & operations: expand automated tests, strengthen CI/CD pipelines, and contribute to runtime monitoring, alerting, and incident response. Security & privacy: apply secure coding practices, protect user data, and participate in reviews. Collaboration: work closely with design, product, and go-to-market partners; translate feedback into pragmatic, shippable solutions. Engineering culture: perform thoughtful code reviews, mentor teammates, and improve docs, standards, and developer experience. Requirements Must-Haves 5+ years building production web applications. Strong proficiency with JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and Node.js. Demonstrated ownership of projects from discovery → design → deployment → iteration. Solid fundamentals in HTTP APIs, data modeling, testing strategies, and performance tuning. Comfort operating in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with a bias to action and customer impact. Effective communication and collaboration skills across engineering, product, and design. Nice-to-Haves (not all required) Experience scaling systems during rapid user or revenue growth (profiling, caching, background jobs, horizontal scaling). Backend services in Python or Go in addition to Node.js. Cloud-native experience (AWS/GCP/Azure), infrastructure-as-code, containers, and orchestration (Docker/Kubernetes). Event-driven architectures, messaging/streaming, and microservices patterns. Product analytics, experimentation platforms, and a strong eye for UI polish. Prior startup experience on lean teams with high ownership and tight feedback loops. Benefits Equity Group Health Insurance Benefits – 100% Premium Coverage 100% Coverage Paramedical Benefits up to $750 Out of Country Emergency Care Up to 100% Coverage on Medications up to $10,000 100% Coverage on Dental up to $2,000 Health & Wellness Membership Reimbursement up to $500 per year, subject to verification by the Company of regular use Lifetime membership subscription to Stan Home office stipend is available based on need and is subject to the Company’s sole discretion.

Role Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Backend Developer to join our team! In this essential role, you will be part of a team developing, deploying, and maintaining backend services with an emphasis on infrastructure. We are seeking someone eager to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: Backend Development: Develop customer-facing applications, APIs, and infrastructure, leveraging Go for backend development and Kubernetes for container orchestration. Infrastructure & DevOps: Maintain secure, high-availability cloud infrastructures and microservice architectures, applying cybersecurity best practices and handling DevOps responsibilities such as troubleshooting issues and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. System Reliability & Monitoring: Develop and maintain observability tools, leveraging dashboards such as Kibana for proactive monitoring, logging, and alerting to ensure systems are online and performing as expected. Parallelz Cultural Values Drive to Win. High Performance Matters: We are inspired by those who pursue excellence, and we work with those who do. Achieving this required hard work, humility, and a commitment to constant improvement. Challenge the Status Quo. Innovate Constantly: Curiosity drives us. We challenge the status quo and pursue ideas that fuel continuous growth. Lead with First Principles. Reduce, Rethink, Rebuild: We deconstruct challenges to their atomic level, rethink and challenge assumptions, and pursue deep understanding to create impactful innovations. Act Like It’s Yours. Own It: Everyone is expected to think like an owner. Taking full responsibility for understanding the inputs, outputs, and context to deliver and be accountable to the results that move the vision forward. Parallelz is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Accommodation may be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Requirements Required Skills: Go (Golang) programming language Experience developing backend APIs Experience maintaining infrastructure systems that include microservices and queues Understanding of cybersecurity and cloud security best practices. Experience with Docker containers Basic understanding of container orchestrators such as Kubernetes Proficiency in designing and creating dashboards and alerts to ensure system health Passion for solving complex technical challenges Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts and ideas Nice-to-Haves: Experience with Traefik Experience with GitHub Actions Experience with OpenTelemetry Benefits This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and an Employee Stock Option Plan.