by Stella Shepard
SpryPoint was launched in Charlottetown in 2011. The company focuses exclusively on developing and implementing cloud-based software for utility companies in North America.
“We believe that efficient business processes are at the core of customer satisfaction and operational effectiveness,” says Kyle Strang, Managing Partner of SpryPoint.
Hiring needs
“We are looking for individuals to join our team within development, product teams, and data services. We offer our staff the ability to work at the office and from home.”
“Our firm currently has several positions available within Product Management, Learning & Development, Product Development, and Service Delivery teams,” says Kyle.
“The experience and skills needed can be specific to the role, but resourcefulness, an eye for detail, and embracing a fast-paced work environment are all applicable.
“Typically, we are looking for full-time roles, although we have hired people in part-time roles in the past, depending on the candidate.
“We have positions for students who are coming out of an undergraduate program, and we generally bring in new graduates to work alongside our more senior resources as well. We also hire international students.”
Salary and benefits
The rate of pay varies depending on the role. “In addition to the base pay, our full-time employees are eligible for our group benefits and group RRSP plan, following successful completion of their probationary period.
“We offer a very motivated and dynamically team environment.”
Training and mentorship
“New members to our team can expect to be provided a peer to help with their onboarding and ramping up within the organization.
“Formal training specific to the utility industry, and foundational elements around our products, practices and procedures are provided over the first eight weeks a new team member is with us.”
How to apply
“Due to the volume of inquiries we receive, we ask candidates to apply directly via our website.”
Once submitted, the hiring manager(s) review the applications and shortlist a subset of those applicants for interviews. There are typically 2-3 rounds of interviews in our hiring process. To apply for positions, click here
For more information about SpryPoint, visit www.sprypoint.com
Sprypoint was part of a job fair hosted by the UPEI Experiential Education department. For a complete list of employers who attended and their hiring needs, click here