Team Lead, Embedded Development at Geotab

Oakville, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
IoT, Transportation, AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

  • 8 - 10 years proven experience in embedded system and software development using C, C++ using bare-metal or RTOS
  • 1 - 3 years experience formally leading a development team or clear demonstration of leadership skills and capacity in a previous development role
  • Significant experience in designing and developing embedded systems

Responsibilities

  • Manage the ongoing design and development of the bare-metal or RTOS, or Embedded Linux based expandability platforms
  • Enforce coding standards and perform peer code reviews for designated teams
  • Work with Lead developer and team members to 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 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 in collaboration with Lead developers, advise on design and implementation details
  • Identify the need for new resources (people, skills, tools, etc.) within your team and work with the manager to address them
  • Maintain documentation for all areas of responsibility
  • Assist with the development and maintenance of Embedded Development guidelines, policies, standards and processes
  • Provide expert project leadership and guidance to the team as SME
  • Lead and grow an embedded development team within Geotab’s Embedded Engineering department
  • Design and develop the next generation of Embedded Linux or RTOS or bare-metal based expandability devices
  • Help define, design, implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automation tests for how the hardware interacts with the vehicle, the data, and the backend systems in the automated test environment

Skills

Embedded Systems
C++
C
Firmware Development
Microcontrollers
RTOS
Team Leadership
IoT Protocols
Hardware-Software Integration

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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