Lead Software Developer

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. Geotabs 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 were 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 its like to be a Geotabber check out ourblogand follow us @InsideGeotab onInstagram.Who you are:

We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Lead Software Developer who will be primarily responsible for designing building and maintaining efficient reusable reliable code to develop high throughput performance critical scalable applications. If you love technology and are keen to join an industry leader we would love to hear from you!

What youll do:

As a Lead Software Developer your key area of responsibility will be designing building and maintaining efficient reusable reliable code to develop high throughput performance critical scalable applications. You will be responsible for leading the development of scalable code prototypes and PoCs taking ownership of complex long-term projects and ensuring timely delivery. You will need to work closely with other software developers engineers internal technical teams cross-functional partners product managers and external stakeholders.

To be successful in this role you will be a strong team-player and mentor with an entrepreneurial mindset comfortable working under pressure in a flat organization and possessing excellent verbal and written communication skills to document complex technical addition the successful candidate will have expert technical competence in design and architecture exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills and strong project management capabilities to manage multiple fast-changing priorities simultaneously.

How youll make an impact:

• Independently and proactively identify key areas of architecture improvement including preparing proposals on achieving the improvements.

• Lead oversee and plan the development of scalable code prototypes minimum viable products and PoCs.

• Take ownership of complex/ long-term projects and contribute to their implementation including defining scope requirements communicating project progress challenges and solutions while ensuring timely delivery.

• Collaborate with other development teams on design and implementation of features spanning multiple products.

• Conduct comprehensive testing and code reviews to ensure that code quality is maximized and best-practices are followed.

• Provide expert project-leadership and guidance as a SME to the department and larger organization.

• Contributes to defining strategic direction planning the roadmap and synthesizing feedback to ensure team success.

• Serve as a cross functional resource across team/department and products to contribute to solving technical issues in development.

• Builds relationships and serve as a technical point of contact partnering with stakeholders including customers product managers cross-functional partners and external partners and other internal team members.

• Mentor other developers on the team and work with the team leads to set the direction of the team and guide key stakeholders on execution choices and trade-offs and advise manager with insights and recommendations to improve the team.

• Appropriately document system design and architecture such that it is easy to understand maintain and extend.

• Support Geotab global strategic initiatives.

• Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotating schedule (if applicable).

• Independently evaluate technical solutions while contributing to the team roadmap.

• Present and lead technical discussions and training at the department wide level.

• Stay up to date on emerging technologies and changes in best practices in the development field and present them to senior leadership for consideration.

• Write complex scalable high quality and secure software in a variety of programming languages and environments such as C# JavaScript SQL.

• Serve as a domain expert (ex GBQ) consulting in the area of expertise for the department and across the organization.

What youll bring to this role

• 10 - 12 years of experience as a Software Developer using object-oriented programming to build scalable applications.

• Post-secondary Diploma/Degree with specialization in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related field or equivalent working experience.

• Proven technical expertise in design architecture and optimizing databases (e.g. MySQL) with hands-on experience using Python Google Compute Engine and Google BigQuery.

• Strong database proficiency with SQL Server and Postgres database design optimization and query writing.

• Deep frontend knowledge encompassing languages and libraries (HTML/CSS JavaScript XML ES6 jQuery) JavaScript frameworks (Angular React ) and UI/UX design.

• Proficiency in Git or other distributed source control tools including resolving merge conflicts and managing branches.

• Demonstrated leadership success in the mentorship and development of employees including serving as a mentor for interns over several years.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks research open-ended design problems and work effectively under pressure.

If you got this far we hope youre feeling excited about this role! Even if you dont 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.This posting is for an existing vacancy.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 aflexible hybridworking 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 By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively Geotab) you acknowledge Geotabs collection use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our . Click here to read our Privacy Notice.

The annual base salary for this position is the expected annual salary for this role and may be subject to change. Geotab offers various perks and benefits and other compensation components that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary for this position depends on a variety of factors such as but not limited to skills qualifications education and overall experience including the location the applicant lives while performing the job. This also includes equity with other team members and alignment with local market data. All offers of employment are contingent upon proof of eligibility to work and the individuals ability to pass a background check.

Hiring Range

$116200 - $155000 CAD

Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 116200 - 155000