Vehicle Systems Engineering Team Lead

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 Vehicle Systems Engineering Team Lead is responsible for coaching, mentoring and leading a sub-team of Vehicle Systems Engineering staff within the Vehicle Systems Engineering global team and will support and align this team in order to meet the overall team’s goals and deliverables. This position requires close collaboration with internal Geotab teams including embedded development, hardware engineering, design validation, solutions, engineering, engineering support and product development teams. 

What you'll do:

The Lead Vehicle Systems Engineering team member will provide technical leadership to a team of developers in designing, implementing, and testing cutting-edge software and hardware solutions for the automotive industry. This role will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including embedded firmware and hardware development, to ensure the successful development of innovative products and features. To be successful in this role you will be a self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills, and have the ability to quickly understand complex, technical concepts.

How you'll make an impact

• Manage team expectations with regards to task assignments, work arrangements, and other department expectations.
• Support team and direct reports in their participation in the Agile development workflow. Encourage and participate in review, retro, planning and daily stand up activities to facilitate development, and continuous improvement and information sharing for the team. 
• Guide, support and coach team members on the following activities: 
• Support the global reverse engineering vision and process by contributing to the use, design and implementation of the software tooling.
• Provide expert project leadership and guidance to the team as SME.
• Oversee the activities and performance of direct reports
• Grow the reverse engineering ecosystem and develop training resources and documentation for other teams within Geotab.
• Develop and contribute to product architecture and strategic planning.
• Support Geotab global strategic initiatives.

What you'll bring to the role

• 4+ Years in vehicle development, vehicle diagnostics development or related industry experience
• Experience with vehicle systems, including electrical and communications architectures.
• Experience with automotive diagnostic standards (e.g. SAE J1939, SAE J1979, KWP/2000, UDS 14229, ISO 27145 WWH-OBD).
• Experience with physical layers (e.g.CAN bus, K-Line/ISO9141, VPW/PWM, Single Wire CAN etc). 
• Experience with vehicle interfacing and analysis tools and automotive diagnostic scan tools.
• General experience diagnosing vehicle related problems using conventional tools (probing connectors, harness building, circuit testing).
• Experience with writing and debugging scripts (e.g. Python, Matlab, etc.)
• Strong programming fundamentals, and embedded C/C++ considered an asset.
• Experience with workflows for software development.
• Experience with SQL or Google Big Query equivalent.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem solve to well-judged decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Any people management experience is an asset
• Proficiency in soft/ people leadership skills (communication, conflict resolution, decision making, empowerment, team work, delegation, time management, project management). 
• Strong people management skills; able to support under performer, resolve conflicts, coaching to take good to great.
• Strong project management skills; able to identify needs, develop effective solutions, and manage projects through to completion.
• Excellent influence without authority capabilities, verbal and written communication skills, including comfort with delivering presentations and training.
• Leadership experience in a team-oriented workplace, supporting diversity initiatives, etc. 
• Experience leading remote teams a plus
• Strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.
• Agile development experience 

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.