Software Engineering Manager - Video Safety at Platform Science

Brazil

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Transportation, IoTIndustries

Requirements

Must be based in Brazil (remote)
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field; Master's degree preferred
Experience in software development in a leadership or management role
Proven experience managing and leading high-performing software engineering teams
Strong technical proficiency in cloud platforms, specifically AWS (e.g., EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda)
Expertise in backend development using Kotlin
Experience with front-end technologies, particularly React
Demonstrated experience with scaled, high-availability systems
Solid understanding of software development methodologies (Agile/Scrum) and best practices
Knowledge of Kotlin and Java
Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of leading with empathy, fostering a positive team environment, and managing performance
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Advanced/Fluent English (written and speaking) is mandatory
Experience with video processing, computer vision, or IoT applications is a plus
Strategic thinker with ability to understand broader business context

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Mentor and coach team members, providing regular feedback and supporting their professional growth and career development
Implement and maintain high engineering standards, best practices, and processes to ensure robust, scalable, and reliable software
Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams (product management, design, other engineering teams) across global regions (North America, Europe, Latin America/Brazil)
Oversee the entire software development lifecycle (requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, deployment, maintenance)
Drive technical excellence and innovation, leveraging appropriate technologies and architectural patterns
Ensure adherence to project timelines and deliverables while focusing on quality and user experience
Act as a technical leader, providing guidance in cloud infrastructure (AWS), backend development (Kotlin), and front-end technologies (React)
Champion a safety-first mindset, ensuring product features contribute to safer driving practices

Skills

Team Leadership

Software Engineering Management

Mentoring

Performance Feedback

Engineering Best Practices

Cross-functional Collaboration

Scalable Software Development

Platform Science

Fleet management solutions for large operators

About Platform Science

Platform Science offers a configurable open platform for the transportation industry, focusing on telematics and fleet management solutions. Their products include a connected vehicle platform, mobile device management, and a fleet management portal, which help large fleet operators transition from outdated systems to more advanced technology. These tools enable fleet operators to manage mobile devices and applications, monitor operations, and ensure safety and maintenance through a single portal. Unlike competitors, Platform Science emphasizes ease of use and quick deployment, making it accessible for clients. The goal is to enhance efficiency, improve the driver experience, and provide future-proof solutions for fleet management.

San Diego, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$350.1MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Risks

Emerging IoT fleet management startups increase competition in the market.

Economic downturns may reduce investment in fleet management technologies.

Reliance on OEM partnerships poses risks if relationships are disrupted.

Differentiation

Platform Science offers a configurable open platform for modern telematics solutions.

The company provides enterprise-grade applications tailored for large fleet operators.

Platform Science's platform is easy to use and ready out of the box.

Upsides

Platform Science raised $125 million to accelerate innovation in transportation.

Partnerships with OEMs and companies like Averitt enhance their market position.

ISO 27001 certification boosts trust and compliance in fleet management.

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