Associate Vice President, Embedded Engineering

Basis:

Permanent - Full-time

Area of Interest:

Embedded Engineering

Location:

Detroit, Michigan

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're always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking an Associate Vice President of Embedded Engineering who will lead the design and development of OEM and platform solutions within the Geotab ecosystem, focusing on accomplishing OEM-focused software and firmware objectives. If you love technology and are keen to join an industry leader — we'd love to hear from you!

What you'll do:

As an Associate Vice President of Embedded Engineering, your key area of responsibility will be managing engineering teams, planning group activities, and overseeing platform integration initiatives to continuously improve and innovate Geotab's product offerings. You'll need to work closely with various internal teams to achieve these objectives. To be successful in this role, you'll be an expert in embedded engineering. In addition, the successful candidate will have the strategic capability to serve as the Site Leader for the local office, overseeing its establishment, operations, and the strategic recruitment of specialized automotive talent.

How you'll make an impact:

Define and drive the strategic vision for the OEM and Platform Integration group in collaboration with the Vice President and other senior leaders.
Lead and manage multiple team leads and managers, fostering a culture of mentorship, continuous improvement, and growth within the engineering teams.
Oversee overall group staffing needs, partnering with the VP on resource planning and forecasting net new hires.
Manage Geotab’s embedded software platform and deployment for various customer verticals (e.g., OEM, IOX).
Collaborate with senior department leaders to define, implement, and manage the product development process.
Ensure project progress aligns with schedules and provide timely updates to stakeholders.Implement and manage an Agile development process across all teams within the group.
Participate in cross-functional meetings, actively removing roadblocks for team members.
Collaborate with other development teams on the design and implementation of features spanning multiple products.
Ensure the integrity, security, and performance of telematics device vehicle data systems.
Plan, evaluate, and enhance the efficiency of business processes and procedures to improve speed, quality, and output.
Oversee and participate in efforts to integrate data from various sources, including onboard sensors and telematics.
Establish and enforce data quality standards and best practices.
Work closely with stakeholders to understand data needs and provide effective solutions.
Support Geotab's global strategic initiatives.

AVP Leadership Competencies

Responsible for influencing, communicating, managing, and implementing departmental strategic plans and budgets, and recommending policies and procedures.
Contributes to departmental strategy development for the respective business area.
Accountable for strategy execution for a sub-department or team.
Directs the management of one or multiple teams, typically with a strategic and limited transactional focus.
Supports the VP in delivering overarching programs or initiatives.
Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires in-depth knowledge of department objectives and in-depth industry/technical knowledge.
Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve highly complex matters.
Makes independent decisions related to strategy implementation for new/updated programs and supporting technical/operational procedures and processes.
Supports the VP in all talent management programs and exercises for the respective business area, including resource planning, performance management, and employee professional development.
Accountable for sub-department or team talent assessment and organization design.

Site Leader Duties & Responsibilities

Lead the establishment and operationalization of the local office, including oversight of office space, IT infrastructure, and specialized lab equipment setup.
Develop and execute a local recruitment strategy for automotive reverse engineering talent, embedded developers, and software developers, including coordinating local hiring events and establishing Geotab's presence in the local tech community.
Manage local office operations, ensuring a secure, productive, and collaborative work environment that complies with all local regulations and company policies.
Serve as the primary local representative for Geotab in the local area, building relationships with local academic institutions, industry partners, and the broader tech ecosystem.
Oversee physical and data security protocols specific to the local automotive lab, ensuring the protection of sensitive reverse engineering data and intellectual property.
Manage the local office budget for initial setup costs and ongoing operational expenses.
Foster a strong, positive, and inclusive company culture within the local office, aligned with Geotab's overall values.
Ensure adherence to all relevant automotive industry standards and compliance regulations within the local operations.
Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities specifically tailored for the local-based engineering teams.

What you'll bring to the role:

Ability to define, drive, and communicate strategic vision for engineering teams.
Demonstrated experience in managing and mentoring multiple team leads and managers.
Proficiency in resource planning, talent assessment, and organizational design for engineering groups.
Expertise in vehicle architecture, embedded systems, and CAN bus communication protocols.
Experience working with OEM vehicle architectures is highly desirable.
Knowledge of in-vehicle-infotainment (IVI) and vehicle cybersecurity aspects is preferred.
Strong leadership skills with a proven track record in coaching and developing employees.
Strong interpersonal relationship building skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with agile methods of development and project management.
Able to work well under pressure and respond to fast-changing priorities and deadlines.
Must stay relevant to technology and possess the flexibility to adapt to growing technology and market demands.
A strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.
Technical competence using software programs, including, but not limited to, embedded Linux, and Google Suite for business (Sheets, Docs, Slides).
Entrepreneurial mindset and comfortable in a flat organization.

Site Leader KSAs (Local Office)

Proven experience in establishing and scaling new office locations, particularly for technical teams.
Strong understanding of the local automotive and tech talent landscape, with established professional networks in the region.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex operational logistics, including real estate, IT infrastructure, and specialized lab setup.
Knowledge of local business regulations, labor laws, and compliance requirements in Michigan.
Expertise in physical and data security best practices relevant to sensitive intellectual property and automotive testing environments.
Exceptional community engagement and relationship-building skills to represent Geotab effectively in the local ecosystem.
Financial acumen for managing office budgets and resources.
Experience in designing and implementing recruitment strategies for highly specialized technical roles.
Deep understanding of automotive reverse engineering processes, tools, and related security implications.

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!

Geotab verifies candidates' eligibility to work in the United States through E-Verify, an internet-based system operated by U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services.

Other employment statements:

Geotab will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

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. Geotab provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Geotab complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Geotab expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Geotab's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. If you would like more information about our EEO program or wish to file a complaint, please contact our EEO officer, Klaus Boeckers at HRCompliance@geotab.com. For more details, view a copy of the EEOC's Know Your Rights poster. 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 learn more about what happens with your personal data.

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