Senior Team Lead, Embedded Development

Basis:

Permanent - Full-time

Area of Interest:

Embedded Engineering

Location:

Oakville, Ontario - Canada; Toronto, Ontario - Canada; Waterloo, Ontario

Who we are:

Geotab ® is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work™.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.
 
Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace ®, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.
 
Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it’s like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow us @InsideGeotab on Instagram. Join our talent network to learn more about job opportunities and company news.

Who you are:

We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Senior Embedded Development Team Lead who will lead and grow an embedded development team within Geotab’s Automotive department. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you!

What you'll do:

As a Senior Embedded Development Team Lead, your key area of responsibility will be managing the ongoing design and development of the RTOS-based IOX platform, and leading the team responsible for designing and developing the next generation of RTOS based IOXs. You will also be responsible for enforcing coding standards and performing peer code reviews. You will need to work closely with colleagues within the Automotive department, as well as with Solutions Engineering, Software Development, and key leadership stakeholders.

To be successful in this role, you will be highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. In addition, the successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be a strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.

How you'll make an impact:

  • Manage the ongoing design and development of the RTOS-based IOX platform.

  • Enforce coding standards and perform peer code reviews for designated teams.

  • Facilitate stand-ups, retrospectives, and planning sessions to prioritize development activity, ensure open lines of communication, and encourage discussion within the team to drive improvements in quality and velocity of execution.

  • Participate in regular department leadership meetings and provide project leadership.

  • Participate in Geotab’s Change Management process as a “Change Approver,” reviewing and approving firmware change requests made by the team.

  • Mentor developers by helping them solve technical problems, advise on implementation details and design patterns, etc.

  • Identify the need for new resources (people, skills, tools, etc.) within your team and work with department leaders to address.

  • Oversee the activities and performance of direct reports, including providing direction, coaching, and mentorship.

What you'll bring to the role:

  • 6+ years of proven experience in embedded development using C, C++, etc.

  • 3+ years of relevant people management experience/people leadership.

  • Post-secondary degree specialization in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or a related field.

  • Exposure and/or experience with RTOS and Linux.

  • Experience with SCRUM and Agile development practices is highly valued.

  • Experience using Python, Rust, SQL, and/or Google BigQuery highly valued.

  • Experience with IoT devices, sensors, wireless communication, and data transport protocols (USB, NFC, BLE, CAN) is highly valued.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including comfort with delivering presentations and training.

  • Leadership experience in a team-oriented workplace.

  • A strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role! Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
 
Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.
 

Why job seekers choose Geotab

Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings program

*The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only

How we work

At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!
 
We believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish – in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at careers@geotab.com. By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, “Geotab”), you acknowledge Geotab’s collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Click here to read our Privacy Notice. Click here to learn more about what happens with your personal data.
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