Lead Software Developer (Remote)
Job Summary
Who we are:
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 design build and maintain efficient reusable reliable code to develop high throughput performance critical scalable applications. The projects will vary in scope complexity and affected business area. 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 leading the development of scalable code and architecture improvements taking ownership of complex projects and ensuring high code quality through testing and reviews. You will also need to provide regular status reports to key partners to ensure the project is on time and meeting expectations. You will need to work closely with internal technical teams software engineers product managers and external partners to contribute to solving technical issues and defining strategic direction.
To be successful in this role you will be a self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset a strong team-player and have the ability to communicate and document complex technical systems and addition the successful candidate will have strong analytical and project management skills with an ability to identify needs develop effective solutions and manage projects through completion. The successful candidate will also be able to manage multiple timelines and contrasting priorities to ensure timely results.
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.
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.
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).
What youll bring to this role:
10 - 12 years of experience 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 expertise in design and architecture with experience in Python Google Compute Engine and Google BigQuery.
Expert knowledge of SQL Server Postgres and MySQL database design optimization and query writing.
Proficiency in Git front-end languages (HTML/CSS JavaScript XML) and frameworks (Angular React or ).
Strong leadership skills with repeated success in mentorship and development of employees and interns.
Exceptional communication and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple fast-changing priorities under pressure.
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:
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
$130000 - $165000 CAD
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Our GPS fleet tracking & management system equips thousands of fleets worldwide with technology to automate, track and manage a truly optimized operation.