Melanie Jacobs
About Melanie Jacobs
Melanie Jacobs is the Manager of Software Development at Quorum Information Technologies Inc., where she has worked for 18 years. She has over 20 years of experience in the software development industry, managing scrum teams and collaborating across departments to enhance technology and methodology.
Work at Quorum Information Technologies
Melanie Jacobs has served as the Manager of Software Development at Quorum Information Technologies Inc. since 2006. In this role, she manages multiple scrum teams and emphasizes continuous improvements in technology and methodology. Her responsibilities include collaborating with various departments to optimize software development resources and ensuring that the security and quality of code meet industry standards. Jacobs engages with the Support team to analyze and address production issues, demonstrating her commitment to maintaining high operational standards.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to her current role, Melanie Jacobs worked as a Quality Assurance Analyst at DPSI from 2005 to 2006. Her tenure there lasted five months, during which she contributed to quality assurance processes. Additionally, she served as an IT Consultant at Memorial University of Newfoundland in 2005 for four months. These positions provided her with foundational experience in software development and quality assurance, contributing to her extensive career in the industry.
Education and Expertise
Melanie Jacobs holds a High School Diploma from Ascension Collegiate, which she completed from 1998 to 2000. She furthered her education at Memorial University of Newfoundland, where she earned a Diploma in Information & Communication Technologies in 2005. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in English and a minor in Mathematics from the same institution, completing her studies in 2004. This educational background supports her expertise in software development and management.
Professional Skills and Responsibilities
With over 20 years of experience in the software development industry, Melanie Jacobs has developed a diverse skill set that encompasses roles in development, quality assurance, and leadership. She works closely with the Product team to assess the feasibility of new features and manage the product backlog, including addressing technical debt. Her focus on continuous improvement and collaboration across departments highlights her strategic approach to software development.