Senior Embedded Developer

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:

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 design, build, and maintain the embedded test automation framework that powers firmware quality across Geotab’s entire IoT device portfolio. If you love working at the intersection of embedded systems and hands-on hardware engineering, 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 building and evolving the test automation framework that enables firmware teams across Geotab — including GO firmware, IOX, asset tracker, and Go Focus — to automate device testing at scale. You will build embedded systems end-to-end—from reading schematics and wiring hardware to writing Python and C++ code, as well as deploying and monitoring software across our international offices.. You will also contribute to cloud integrations (GCP, BigQuery) and maintain thorough documentation across all areas of responsibility.

To be successful in this role you will be someone who is genuinely fascinated by how computer systems work at the hardware level — a natural tinkerer who is just as comfortable tracing a bug down to the wire level as they are writing clean, maintainable code. In addition, the successful candidate will bring deep object-oriented programming fundamentals, strong Linux and Bash scripting skills, and the ability to take on new tools and technologies independently as the role evolves.

How you'll make an impact:

Develop an in-depth understanding of Geotab IoT device firmware (GO, GOAnywhere, IOX, asset trackers, GO Focus) and how various hardware modules interact
Design and implement embedded test automation frameworks in Python and C++ that enable firmware developers to automate device validation.
Build, customize, and maintain CI/CD pipelines (GitLab and related toolchains) to support continuous firmware testing.
Write unit tests and perform integration and system-level testing in real and simulated vehicle environments to validate features against design requirements.
Conduct comprehensive code reviews to ensure industry coding standards are followed and architectural decisions are well-documented.
Collaborate with internal firmware customer teams (GO, IOX, asset tracker, video, GO Focus) to understand their testing requirements and deliver automation solutions.
Debug firmware and hardware issues, including tracing problems from the software layer all the way to the hardware level.
Keep up-to-date documentation for all areas of responsibility.

What you'll bring to the role:

Diploma or degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience are also considered
Senior-level experience (typically 5+ years) in embedded firmware or hardware development
Proficiency in Python and C++, with strong object-oriented programming fundamentals
Linux and Bash command line expertise — required for daily embedded systems work and CI/CD pipeline management
Familiarity with embedded communication protocols (serial, SPI, I2C) and ability to read electronic schematics and component data sheets
Working experience with CI/CD platforms (GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins)
Experience with wireless products (cellular, Bluetooth) and firmware development for resource-constrained embedded systems is strongly preferred
Familiarity with automotive protocols (CAN bus) and cloud platforms (GCP, BigQuery, Docker) is a plus

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

$104,400—$135,700 CAD