Team Lead, GenAI Engineering

<div class="content-intro"><h1 class="MuiGrid-root css-1j4zddb"><span style="color: rgb(37, 71, 123);">Who we are:</span></h1> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-17v2lcf"><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);">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.</span></div> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-17v2lcf">&nbsp;</div> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-17v2lcf"><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);">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.</span></div> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-17v2lcf">&nbsp;</div> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-17v2lcf"><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);">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&nbsp;<a class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-inherit MuiLink-root MuiLink-underlineHover css-sbvzk" style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);" href="https://careers.geotab.com/blog/">blog</a>&nbsp;and follow us @InsideGeotab on&nbsp;<a class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-inherit MuiLink-root MuiLink-underlineHover css-sbvzk" style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);" href="https://www.instagram.com/insidegeotab/">Instagram</a>. Join our&nbsp;<a class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-inherit MuiLink-root MuiLink-underlineHover css-sbvzk" style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);" href="https://careers.geotab.com/newsletter-subscribe/">talent network</a>&nbsp;to learn more about job opportunities and company news.</span></div></div><h1><strong><span style="color: rgb(37, 71, 123);">Who you are:</span></strong></h1> <p><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span data-path-to-node="1,1"><span class="citation-59">We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! </span></span><span data-path-to-node="1,4"><span class="citation-58">Geotab is seeking a </span><span class="citation-58">Team Lead, GenAI Engineering</span><span class="citation-58"> who will </span><span class="citation-58">champion and guide a team of Software Developers and Data Scientists, accounting for the end-to-end implementation and deployment of advanced Generative AI solutions.</span> </span><span data-path-to-node="1,7"><span class="citation-57">The projects will vary in scope, complexity, and affected business area. </span></span><span data-path-to-node="1,10"><span class="citation-56">If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you!</span></span></span></p> <h1><strong><span style="color: rgb(37, 71, 123);">What you'll do:</span></strong></h1> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(102, 120, 140);"><span data-path-to-node="4,1"><span class="citation-55">As a </span><span class="citation-55">Team Lead, GenAI Engineering</span><span class="citation-55">, your key area of responsibility will be </span><span class="citation-55">leading the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge Generative AI software applications, establishing high technical standards through code reviews and scalable architectures, and ensuring all data products meet critical business needs.</span> </span><span data-path-to-node="4,4"><span class="citation-54">You will need to work closely with </span><span class="citation-54">the Manager of AI Engineering, Geotab’s software engineering and data science squads, and cross-functional stakeholders to translate complex technical insights into actionable reports.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(102, 120, 140);"><span data-path-to-node="5,1"><span class="citation-53">To be successful in this role you will be a </span><span class="citation-53">technical leader with an entrepreneurial mindset who is comfortable in a dynamic environment and possesses a passion for coaching and mentoring team members toward their full potential.</span> </span><span data-path-to-node="5,4"><span class="citation-52">In addition, the successful candidate will have </span><span class="citation-52">strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple development projects simultaneously, break down complex requirements into executable tasks, and make data-driven decisions to ensure timely, high-standard results.</span></span></span></p> <h1><strong><span style="color: rgb(37, 71, 123);">How you'll make an impact:</span></strong></h1> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-path-to-node="8,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">Cultivate a High-Performing Team:</strong> Actively mentor and coach team members on best practices in both AI product development and software engineering. Beyond technical guidance, serve as a career coach, conducting regular 1-on-1s to align individual aspirations with organizational goals and providing the radical candor necessary for continuous professional growth.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-path-to-node="8,1,0" data-index-in-node="0">Own the Hiring Process:</strong> Drive the end-to-end recruitment of top-tier talent, rigorously assessing technical depth (Data Science and LLM Engineering) and cultural alignment. Design and oversee a seamless onboarding experience that integrates new hires into the GenAI stack and team culture with speed and clarity.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-path-to-node="8,2,0" data-index-in-node="0">Foster a Culture of Innovation:</strong> Encourage and enable the team to experiment with new technologies and methodologies, making pragmatic trade-offs to meet project goals while fostering a culture of continuous learning.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-path-to-node="8,3,0" data-index-in-node="0">Performance Management &amp; Accountability:</strong> Establish clear performance metrics and KPIs for the engineering squad. Take ownership of the performance review cycle, identifying high-potential talent for advancement and proactively managing underperformance through structured support and feedback loops.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-path-to-node="8,4,0" data-index-in-node="0">Spearhead Advanced GenAI Development:</strong> Lead the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge Generative AI software applications. Research and implement novel solutions using techniques such as prompt engineering, Agentic workflows, and Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) to solve complex business challenges.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-path-to-node="8,5,0" data-index-in-node="0">Technical Direction &amp; Code Quality:</strong> Establish and maintain a high technical bar for the team. Perform regular code reviews, ensure adherence to software engineering best practices, and lead the design of objective evaluation systems to rigorously assess model quality, performance, and user experience.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-path-to-node="8,6,0" data-index-in-node="0">Architect Scalable Solutions:</strong> Oversee the design and maintenance of high-quality, scalable, and secure AI architectures on cloud platforms. Ensure the architectural integrity of applications built on top of Generative AI models, balancing critical considerations like AI safety, latency, and cost.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-path-to-node="8,7,0" data-index-in-node="0">Task Management &amp; Delivery:</strong> Serve as the primary technical subject matter expert. Break down complex, high-level requirements into executable technical tasks and sprints. Own the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple development projects, ensuring they are completed on time and to a high standard.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong data-path-to-node="8,8,0" data-index-in-node="0">Lead Communication and Documentation:</strong> Act as the primary technical point of contact. Manage communication with cross-functional stakeholders, translating complex technical insights into clear, actionable reports. Ensure comprehensive documentation of research, methodologies, and system designs is maintained.</span></li> </ul> <h1><strong><span style="color: rgb(37, 71, 123);">What you'll bring to the role:</span></strong></h1> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-17v2lcf"> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span class="citation-51" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span class="citation-46">Bachelors degree</span><span class="citation-46"> in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.</span></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span class="citation-51">3-5 years</span><span class="citation-51"> of relevant industry experience in a Data Science, Machine Learning, or AI Engineering role, with hands-on experience in the entire GenAI project lifecycle.</span></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span class="citation-51" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span class="citation-50">1-3 years</span><span class="citation-50"> of supervisory or team leadership experience, with a proven ability to mentor junior engineers and conduct rigorous code reviews.</span></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span class="citation-51" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span class="citation-50"><span class="citation-49">Expert proficiency</span><span class="citation-49"> in Python, SQL, and GenAI frameworks such as LangChain and LangGraph.</span></span></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span class="citation-51" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span class="citation-50"><span class="citation-49"><span class="citation-48">Deep technical knowledge</span><span class="citation-48"> of Large Language Models (LLMs), transformer architectures, RAG systems, and vector databases (e.g., FAISS).</span></span></span></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span class="citation-51" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span class="citation-50"><span class="citation-49"><span class="citation-48"><span class="citation-47">Experience designing</span><span class="citation-47"> scalable AI architectures on cloud platforms, preferably GCP or Azure, with an understanding of MLOps and microservices.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 12pt;"><span class="citation-51" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span class="citation-50"><span class="citation-49"><span class="citation-48"><span class="citation-47"><span class="citation-45">Strong soft skills</span><span class="citation-45">, including high organization, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-17v2lcf"><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);">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.</span></div> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-17v2lcf">&nbsp;</div> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-1spul5l"><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);"><strong>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.</strong></span></div> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-1spul5l">&nbsp;</div> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-1spul5l"><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);"><strong>This posting is for an existing vacancy.</strong></span></div> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-1spul5l">&nbsp;</div> <h1 class="MuiGrid-root css-1spul5l"><span style="color: rgb(37, 71, 123);">Why job seekers choose Geotab:</span></h1> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-1spul5l"> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-1spul5l"> <p><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);">Flex working arrangements</span><br><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);">Home office reimbursement program</span><br><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);">Baby bonus &amp; parental leave top up program</span><br><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);">Online learning and networking opportunities</span><br><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);">Electric vehicle purchase incentive program</span><br><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);">Competitive medical and dental benefits</span><br><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);">Retirement savings program</span></p> <p><strong><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);">*The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only</span></strong></p> </div> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-1spul5l"> <h1 class="MuiGrid-root css-1j4zddb"><span style="color: rgb(37, 71, 123);">How we work:</span></h1> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-17v2lcf"><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140);">At Geotab, we have adopted a&nbsp;flexible hybrid&nbsp;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!</span></div> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-17v2lcf">&nbsp;</div> <div class="MuiGrid-root css-17v2lcf"><span style="color: rgb(102, 120, 140); font-size: 8pt;">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 <a href="https://www.geotab.com/privacy-policy/">Privacy Policy</a>. Click <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uE3uV2SSp0YnYx4utU9QdhN8Q_RzqMphI_pVJyVWQn8/edit?tab=t.0">here</a> to read our Privacy Notice.&nbsp;</span></div> </div> </div><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>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.</p></div><div class="title">Hiring Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$113,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$157,000 CAD</span></div></div></div>