Lead Developer, Embedded Engineering

Be an Early ApplicantFull Timelead

Oakville, Ontario - Canada; Waterloo, Ontario - CanadaPosted Today

Role Overview

Geotab is hiring a Lead Developer, Embedded Engineering. This is a full-time role in Oakville, Ontario - Canada; Waterloo, Ontario -. Part of Geotab's Embedded hiring, posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Resume Keywords to Include

Make sure these keywords appear in your resume to improve ATS scoring

PythonBashSQLCSSLinuxGitAgileScrum

Job description

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.

Who you are:

The Lead Embedded Developer is responsible for owning technical initiatives and defining the architecture for complex embedded systems. Key accountabilities include architecting and validating firmware from requirements to production, leading technical projects across the team's roadmap, and providing advanced mentorship and quality assurance through peer reviews to maintain high-throughput delivery.

What you'll do:

How you'll make an impact:

Develop an in-depth understanding of the Geotab IoT devices (such as telematics devices, extendibility products, asset trackers, Video products) firmware and how various modules work.
Advocate for modular, reusable, hardware independent software/firmware development practices and adhere to test driven development principles.
Identify key areas of architecture improvement and contribute to the team roadmap.
Take ownership of technical initiatives, projects and products, and contribute to their implementation and output.
Contributes to defining strategic direction, planning the roadmap, and synthesizing feedback to ensure team success.
Break down large engineering efforts into smaller pieces that can be completed in parallel in collaboration with the team.
Develop and review scalable, high quality, secure embedded software using Geotab's development standards for RTOS, Embedded Linux or baremetal.
Proficient in large scale feature functionality analysis, device health analysis, using various tools like GBQ/SQL and Geotab datasets.
Work with the team lead/manager to set the direction of the team and guide key stakeholders on execution choices and trade-offs. Advise managers with insights and recommendations to improve the team.
Define unit test, integration test, simulated or hardware test frameworks to facilitate test driven development.
Provide and Maintain design documents and other documentation to ensure efficient maintenance and code reuse.
Perform quality assurance through peer review; ensuring test coverage, enforcing coding standards, identifying potential bugs and aligning with requirements.
Provide technical mentorship to other developers, take ownership of quality and deliverable of the work of developers in the team.

What you'll bring to the role:

Technical Skills & Experience | Embedded Development:

• Expert knowledge of C/POSIX and object-oriented design principles; owns technical initiatives and defines architecture for complex systems.

• Proficient in using Real time operating system and/or multi threaded Linux environment for Embedded software development.

• Proven multi-year experience working on preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems or multi-service, multi-threaded Embedded Linux systems.

• Strong experience using data structures, algorithms, and design patterns common to embedded (resource-constrained) systems development, object oriented design principles.

• Proven experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting hard to debug issues for embedded targets.

Embedded Systems & Hardware:

• Strong knowledge of RTOS and Linux including embedded Linux architecture (Kernel, Init systems, bootloaders, Services infrastructure, etc…)

• Good understanding of Microcontroller Design and utilization.

• Proven understanding of underlying electronics to the point where it influences firmware development and debugging.

• Proven Understanding of basic communication protocols common in embedded systems (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, CAN).

• Experience and knowledge for reading schematics and data sheets for components.

• Mastery of commonly used architectures (ARM, RISC-V) and SoCs (STM32, NXP, Renesas).

SDLC, Testing, Scripting & Tools:

• Proficient in one or more scripting languages (Python, Bash) and test frameworks (Pytest, Robot Framework) with experience in SQL.

• Proficiency in Git (or similar source control tool).

• Experienced with CI/CD methods and build systems to manage and evolve products throughout their lifecycle.

• Technical competence using software programs, including, but not limited to, Google Suite for business (Sheets, Docs, Slides).

Professional & Interpersonal Skills:

• Provides advanced technical mentorship and takes ownership of the quality and deliverables of developers within the team.

• Strong ability to solve open-ended design problems and provide well-judged data driven recommendations based on research.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Highly organized, meticulous, high attention to details with experience balancing multiple tasks in an agile environment with dynamic priorities.

• Strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.

• Proven ability to communicate complex technical systems and decisions effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Experienced working in Scrum/Agile development environment.

• Experience working within a technical or engineering organization, with knowledge of the high-technology/telematics industry is an asset.

• Ability to adapt well to the shifting requirements and priorities in a dynamic working environment.

• Entrepreneurial and comfortable working in a flat organizational structure.

• Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience in related field may be substituted.

• Post-secondary Diploma/Degree with specialization in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.

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.

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 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 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 individual's ability to pass a background check.

Hiring Range

$116,200—$155,000 CAD

About Geotab

Geotab

geotab.com

EmbeddedOn-site

51 other open roles at Geotab on TryApplyNow.

View all 52 roles at Geotab Visit website

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Lead Developer, Embedded Engineering position at Geotab?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Geotab. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Lead Developer, Embedded Engineering position at Geotab located?

This position is based in Oakville, Ontario - Canada; Waterloo, Ontario -. Geotab has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Lead Developer, Embedded Engineering at Geotab earn?

Geotab has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Lead Developer, Embedded Engineering role at Geotab posted?

This role was posted on July 22, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

Browse Embedded Software Engineer Jobs →