Associate Vice President, Software Development

GEOTAB
parental leave
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
Mar 26, 2025
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 ourblogand follow us @InsideGeotab onInstagram. Join ourtalent networkto learn more about job opportunities and company news. Who you are: The Associate Vice President, Software Development is a key senior leader responsible for the strategic direction, operational excellence, and talent development of multiple software development teams within Geotab's dynamic Software Development department. You have significant experience leading large, cross-functional teams in the delivery of highly complex Software Development projects. What you'll do: This role provides critical support to the Vice President, Software Development, translating organizational objectives into actionable technical strategies and ensuring the delivery of innovative, high-quality software solutions that solidify Geotab's position as a leader in the telematics industry. The AVP fosters a culture of technical innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration, driving the development of cutting-edge solutions that address evolving market needs and contribute significantly to Geotab's overall business success. How you'll make an impact Contribute to the strategic direction of the Software Development department by collaborating with executive management to evaluate the long-range impact of new programs and strategies. Drive operational excellence by planning, evaluating, and implementing improvements to business processes and procedures, resulting in enhanced speed, quality, efficiency, and output. Lead, manage, and develop multiple software development teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, continuous improvement, and championing agile methodologies Partner with senior technology leadership to shape and achieve strategic objectives through active participation in high-level discussions and decision-making Champion technical excellence by conducting rigorous design reviews and establishing and enforcing best practices and coding standards across all development teams. Collaborate with business stakeholders and internal departments to define and prioritize the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with market needs and business goals. Establish and refine the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) to ensure compliance with government projects, security policies, and industry best practices. Ensure compensation is reviewed in a fair and consistent manner across teams; partner with HR to ensure equity. Provide expert guidance and leadership on complex projects, leveraging deep technical expertise to support team success and overcome challenges Directly oversee the activities and performance of direct reports (Managers and Team Leads), providing clear expectations, support, and accountability. Cultivate a high-performing team by providing clear direction, ongoing coaching, and effective mentorship to direct reports and their teams. Engage in the development of the team by coaching, providing feedback, identifying areas of growth and training opportunities. Collaborate and support employees during the performance management process, meeting KPAs and career development planning. Support Geotab global strategic initiatives. What you'll bring to the role 8+ years experience as leader in fact-paced technical environment. 8+ years experience leading projects and initiatives across organizational boundaries. 8+ years experience collaborating with other business stakeholders and internal departments to establish product roadmap and priorities. 3-5+ years experience managing a multi-level organization, consisting of individual contributors, first and second line managers. 3-5+ years experience supporting employees during the performance management process, meeting KPAs and career development planning. Extensive experience in various programming languages (i.e., C, C#, SQL database design, Javascript). Experience working within a technical or engineering organization/knowledge of the high-technology industry. Track record of designing, building and maintaining large, complex, scalable software systems. Working knowledge of at least one of the major cloud providers (Google Cloud, AWS, Azure). Creative mindset with high accuracy and meticulous attention to detail. Strong project management skills; able to identify needs, develop effective solutions and manage projects through to completion. Has a well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship management skills. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including comfort with delivering presentations and training. Bachelor of Computer Science, Electrical/Software Engineering or other related degrees. 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 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 aflexible hybridworking 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! Geotab verifies candidates' eligibility to work in the United States through E-Verify, an internet-based system operated by U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services. Other employment statements: Geotab will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information. 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. 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