Team Lead, Software Development

at  Geotab

Basis:Permanent - Full-time
Area of Interest:Product & Software Development
Location: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 Team Lead, Software Development who will manage a team and develop high level code with attention to system integration and scalability. You are able to create representations for functions and user interfaces. You will ensure that the software meets all requirements of design, quality, security, extensibility etc. You have the ability to take the solution all the way to the finish line. You are also a coach and always provide technical guidance and mentorship to other developers and engineers in the team.
What you’ll do:
The Team Lead, Software Development will provide strategic business impact and independently manage the day-to-day operation, coaching and mentorship of a software development team in various areas of the business. Provide proactive thought leadership and remain solutions focused. Leveraging expert knowledge in front and back end programming languages. Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, reliable code to develop high throughput, performance critical, scalable applications.

How you’ll make an impact

• Direct and manage software development projects; ensure the development and implementation of efficient, clean code with assigned team that satisfies customer requirements.
• Align to business goals and manage the team with regards to task assignments, work arrangements and other Software Development Department expectations.
• Ensure work progress stays on schedule and updates stakeholders on project status.
• Install, manage, measure and change an Agile development process, e.g., SCRUM, Kanban.
• Collaborate with other development teams and stakeholders/other departments on design and implementation of features spanning multiple products.
• Execute Test-Driven and Security-Driven Development.
• Conduct comprehensive testing and code reviews to ensure that code quality is maximized and best-practices are followed.
• Lead and participate in development of prototypes, minimum viable products and PoCs.
• Appropriately document system design and architecture such that it is easy to understand, maintain and extend.
• Provide expert project-leadership and guidance to the team as a SME.
• Oversee the activities and performance of direct reports:
• Provide direction, coaching and mentorship to the team.
• Resolve interpersonal and technical conflict
• Coach, provide timely, actionable feedback, and invest time in career development of team members
• Actively works on retention and engagement of team members including upskilling/developing and career progression for team members.
• Collaborate and support employees during the performance management process, meeting KPAs and career development planning.
• Support Geotab global strategic initiatives.
• Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotating schedule.

What you’ll bring to the role

• 6+ years experience as a Software Developer using object-oriented programming to build scalable applications.
• 3+ years of relevant people management experience/people leadership
• Experience with Python, Google Compute Engine and Google BigQuery.
• Experience with SQL Server and Postgres database design, optimization and writing queries.
• Expert knowledge with optimizing databases (e.g. MySQL).
• Knowledge of multiple general-purpose programming languages (e.g. C#, Java, Python) .
• Proficiency in Git, or some other distributed source control tool, and are comfortable with resolving merge conflicts and renaming branches, etc.
• Leadership experience in a team-oriented workplace.
• Success with coaching and development of employees.
• High accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem-solve to well-judged decisions.
• Strong project management skills; able to identify needs, develop effective solutions and manage projects through to completion.
• 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, Google Suite for business (Sheets, Docs, Slides).
• Entrepreneurial mindset and comfortable in a flat organization.
• Post-Secondary Diploma/Degree specialization in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

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.

What you’ll bring to the role

• 6+ years experience as a Software Developer using object-oriented programming to build scalable applications.
• 3+ years of relevant people management experience/people leadership
• Experience with Python, Google Compute Engine and Google BigQuery.
• Experience with SQL Server and Postgres database design, optimization and writing queries.
• Expert knowledge with optimizing databases (e.g. MySQL).
• Knowledge of multiple general-purpose programming languages (e.g. C#, Java, Python) .
• Proficiency in Git, or some other distributed source control tool, and are comfortable with resolving merge conflicts and renaming branches, etc.
• Leadership experience in a team-oriented workplace.
• Success with coaching and development of employees.
• High accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem-solve to well-judged decisions.
• Strong project management skills; able to identify needs, develop effective solutions and manage projects through to completion.
• 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, Google Suite for business (Sheets, Docs, Slides).
• Entrepreneurial mindset and comfortable in a flat organization.
• Post-Secondary Diploma/Degree specialization in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field