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Team Lead, Software Development, Altitude

Geotab

Job Location:

Oakville - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 104400 - 135700

Posted: 18 August 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 15 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 on Instagram.

Who you are:

We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Software Development Team Lead Altitude who will lead a small cross-functional team including engineers and UX building Altitude by Geotabs transportation intelligence platform. If you love technology and are keen to join an industry leader we would love to hear from you!

What youll do:

As a Software Development Team Lead Altitude your key area of responsibility will be combining hands-on technical leadership with people management driving the design and delivery of scalable data-driven products that serve public and private sector customers. You will need to work closely with product managers data scientists and direct-report UX designers to define design and ship features across the Altitude platform.

To be successful in this role you will be a strong team-player with an entrepreneurial mindset strong analytical skills and a bias toward shipping value in small validated increments. In addition the successful candidate will have strong project management skills strong engineering depth and experience leveraging an AI-first mindset across end-to-end development workflows.

How youll make an impact:

Direct software development projects; develop and implement efficient clean code with assigned team that satisfies customer requirements. All accomplished with an AI first mindset. Not only to write the code but for end to end development.
Manage team with regards to task assignments work arrangements and other Software Development Department expectations.
Ensure work progress stays on schedule and update stakeholders on project status.
Collaborate with product managers data scientists and a direct-report UX designers to define design and ship features across the Altitude platform.
Perform Test-Driven and Security-Driven Development.
Conduct comprehensive testing and code reviews to ensure that code quality is maximized and best-practices are followed.
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; engage in team development feedback and training opportunities; collaborate during performance management meeting KPAs and career development planning.
Support Geotab global strategic initiatives and participate in a 24x7 on-call rotating schedule (if applicable).
Consistently demonstrate Geotabs Core Values in all daily work and interactions and contribute to/maintain the departmental Wiki.

What youll bring to this role:

Post-Secondary Diploma/Degree specialization in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related field.
4 years experience as a Software Developer using object-oriented programming to build scalable applications.
Leadership experience in a team-oriented workplace including success with coaching development and performance management of direct reports.
Experience managing or providing direction to a UX designer or design function including reviewing prototypes and giving meaningful design feedback.
Technical proficiency with Google BigQuery cloud-native data pipelines (GCP preferred) Docker Kubernetes and messaging queues (Kafka RabbitMQ).
Hands-on experience across full-stack technologies (HTML/CSS JavaScript React Storybook Go Python) and distributed source control tools (Git).
Proven experience leveraging AI to write code optimize workflows and streamline development processes.
Strong analytical problem-solving and project management skills with high accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.

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

$104400 - $135700 CAD

Required Experience:

Manager

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