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Senior Embedded Developer (Vehicle Simulator)
Oakville, Ontario - Canada
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:
We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Senior Embedded Developer who will be primarily responsible for designing, writing, and testing high-quality code for Geotab’s embedded devices. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you!
What you'll do:
As a Senior Embedded Developer, your key area of responsibility will be designing, implementing, and testing robust Python and GO Lang code. You will be responsible for maintaining and improving testing tools and processes to ensure new releases perform as expected. You will also help determine the architecture and constraints of each project. You will need to work closely with other embedded developers, engineers, and internal technical teams.
To be successful in this role you will be a collaborative problem-solver with strong communication skills, and have the ability to work effectively within a technical team. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong programming skills in Python and GO Lang and a deep understanding of embedded systems design. The successful candidate will also be able to manage development priorities to ensure timely and high-quality results.
How you'll make an impact:
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the Geotab embedded devices (such as GO, extensible product, asset trackers) firmware and how various modules work.
- Perform firmware development in the required area of expertise (modem, GPS, vehicle data, security, etc) using Python, GO Lang, C, C++ and Rust as per the development standards.
- Write unit tests and perform integration and system-level testing in both real and simulated vehicles, to demonstrate that new features meet design requirements.
- Write SQL queries and Python scripts on data from Google BigQuery to determine device health and effectiveness of new functionality.
- Conduct comprehensive testing and code reviews to ensure that industry coding standards are followed.
- Debug firmware issues and identify areas for code improvements.
- Keep up-to-date documentation for all areas of responsibility.
- Understanding of underlying electronics to the point where it influences firmware development and debugging.
- Familiar with data structures, algorithms, and design patterns common to embedded (resource-constrained) systems development.
- Adequate knowledge of reading schematics and data sheets for components.
- Able to research and solve open-ended design problems.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate and document complex technical systems and decisions.
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work well under pressure and respond to multiple fast changing priorities.
- Strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.
- Entrepreneurial mindset and comfortable in a flat organization.
What you'll bring to the role:
- Bachelors in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- 10-12 years of previous experience in similar roles as well as in the following areas:
- Embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems.
- Simulation Expertise - particular for vehicles/ automotive or for embedded systems.
- Strong knowledge of programming languages (C/C++/C# ), Go Lang, Python, OOP, Runtime/ Memory/ Performance of SW, and Data Structures/ Algorithms in an embedded software context.
- Experience with RTOS and Linux.
- Experience with Agile methodologies such as SCRUM.
- Experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting on embedded targets.
- Experience or exposure with SQL for leveraging big data for firmware development.
- Well versed in modern scripting languages (e.g. bash, Python, TCL, etc.) is highly valued
- Experience programming in Rust is highly valued.
- Experience working within a technical or engineering organization, with knowledge of the high-technology/telematics industry is an asset.
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.
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