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Senior Manager, Software Development (Compliance and Mobile)

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Oakville, Ontario - Canada

6d ago
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Job Description

Hybrid $null - $null

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:

The Senior Manager, Software Development is responsible for leading and overseeing multiple teams of developers including Team Leads, engineers and QA professionals in the development of Geotab software platforms by ensuring that the teams deliver high quality features to customers. This position extends the Manager, Software Development role, for individuals with extensive people management experience and responsibility for multiple product areas. The Senior Manager has demonstrated the ability to independently and successfully manage all aspects of people management. 

What you'll do:

The Senior Manager, Software Development will lead two critical areas of our technology: Compliance and Mobile. In this role, you will be directing the development of software systems that streamline driver-safety compliance and enhance the lives of fleet administrators and their drivers out on the road. You will own mission-critical applications that are used by over 450k drivers daily. This will require a keen eye for detail as well as the ability to scale & load test software solutions effectively. The Fleet Compliance team works with a modern tech stack including C#, ASP.NET, Docker, Kubernetes, and Postgres on the backend; as well as TypeScript, React and Redux on the frontend. In addition, you will own the development of Geotab's mobile platform, including the Geotab Drive and MyGeotab mobile apps, and the native Android and iOS capabilities that underpin them.

How you'll make an impact

  • Direct software development projects; develop and implement efficient, clean code with assigned teams that satisfies customer requirements.
  • Provide oversight to multiple teams spanning multiple product areas; direct reports are typically Team Leads or higher-level ICs.
  • Manage teams with regards to project assignments, work arrangements and other Software Development Department expectations.
  • Ensure work is progressing toward a defined schedule, and update stakeholders on project status.
  • Manage, measure and change existing product features using an Agile software development process, e.g., SCRUM, Kanban.
  • Collaborate with other development teams on design and implementation of features spanning multiple products.
  • Lead and participate in development of prototypes, minimum viable products and PoCs.
  • Lead various cross-functional meetings, removing roadblocks for team members as required.
  • Contribute to high level product design and definition.
  • Foster a positive and collaborative culture within their teams.
  • 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 direct reports and their teams.
  • Engage in the development of teams by coaching, providing feedback, identifying areas of growth and training opportunities.
  • Collaborate and support employees during the performance management process, meeting KPAs and career development planning.
  • Support Geotab global strategic initiatives.

What you'll bring to the role

  • 12+ years of experience in developing software using object-oriented programming to build scalable applications.
  • 3-5+ years of supervisory experience managing and developing cross-functional teams.
  • 5-8+ years of experience leading technical projects in either an individual contributor or management capacity.
  • High level expertise in people management.  
  • Success with coaching and development of employees.
  • Knowledge of multiple general-purpose programming languages (e.g., C#, Java, Python, Rust).
  • Experience with relational database design, optimization and writing queries (e.g., Postgres, SQL Server, MySQL).
  • Knowledge of multiple front-end languages and libraries (e.g. HTML/CSS, JavaScript, XML, ES6, jQuery) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g., Angular, React, Node.js, Vue.js) and experience with UI/UX design .
  • Experience with Python, Google Compute Engine and Google BigQuery.
  • Proficiency in Git, or some other distributed source control tool, and are comfortable with resolving merge conflicts and renaming branches, etc.
  • 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.

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. Click here to learn more about what happens with your personal data.

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