Product Manager - Embedded Engineering Platform (18-month contract) at Geotab

Oakville, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
IoT, Transportation, TelematicsIndustries

Requirements

  • Strong communicator with reliable problem-solving skills, creativity, and acute perception
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Empathetic, with strong team-player and relationship management abilities
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Strategic and entrepreneurial mindset
  • Strong understanding of user engagement metrics, product KPIs, and agile planning methods
  • Ability to manage products through completion
  • Passion for technology and interest in joining an industry leader

Responsibilities

  • Direct product development from conception to launch
  • Discover, develop, and cultivate new products and ongoing product enhancements that support Geotab’s business models and growth
  • Build customer intelligence by identifying ideas and opportunities to promote into features that advance the product strategy
  • Perform customer discovery and research to truly understand the customer and associated market, identifying relevant solution opportunities
  • Develop a product roadmap
  • Work with cross-functional teams (Embedded Engineering, Internal Product Managers, Marketing, Designers, Developers, Data Scientists) to execute product development and prioritize business needs
  • Conduct customer discovery interviews with prospective and existing customers and partners to identify product gaps and generate new ideas for continuous value add, market share growth, and improved customer experience
  • Leverage various research methodologies and customer inputs to identify common patterns, pain points, problems to be solved, and jobs to be done

Skills

Product Management
Product Development
IoT
Connected Transportation
Data Analytics
Machine Learning
Fleet Management

Geotab

Telematics and fleet management solutions provider

About Geotab

Geotab provides fleet management solutions that help businesses optimize their vehicle operations through telematics and data analytics. Their products include hardware devices, like GO devices, and software that collects and analyzes vehicle data. This data helps clients with route planning, monitoring driver behavior, improving fuel efficiency, and managing vehicle maintenance. Geotab stands out from competitors by offering a scalable platform suitable for fleets of all sizes and a subscription model that ensures ongoing updates and support. The company's goal is to enhance operational efficiency and safety for a diverse range of clients, including commercial fleets and government agencies.

Oakville, CanadaHeadquarters
2000Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Automotive & TransportationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Medical & dental
Retirement savings
Fitness membership
Baby bonus
Flex work arrangements
Home office reimbursement for select items
EV program
Learning reimbursement

Risks

Patent infringement lawsuit by Fractus could lead to financial liabilities.
Dependency on Volvo Cars partnership may pose risks if challenges arise.
Expansion into Indonesia exposes Geotab to geopolitical and regulatory risks.

Differentiation

Geotab offers a comprehensive telematics platform with both hardware and software solutions.
The company serves diverse clients, including commercial fleets and government agencies.
Geotab's solutions are scalable, suitable for small businesses to large enterprises.

Upsides

Geotab's partnership with Volvo Cars enhances its fleet management capabilities.
Winning the Prince Michael International Road Safety Award boosts Geotab's reputation.
Integration of AI in telematics allows for predictive analytics and route optimization.

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