Lead, OEM Platform Software - Embedded GNSS Systems

NovAtel Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexagon’s Autonomous Solutions division in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking a Manager, OEM Platform Software to lead a team of engineers developing GNSS and embedded software platforms. You will drive the platform roadmap and partner with Engineering, Product Management, Sales, and Applied Research.

The role requires real-time embedded expertise, strong leadership, and ability to translate industry trends into actionable plans while fostering innovation and high-quality software.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in software/electrical/geomatics engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in a technical management or functional leadership role.
• 3+ years in embedded software or firmware platforms development.
• Experience with real-time operating systems and embedded firmware development.

Responsibilities

• Provide functional management and technical leadership of the team.
• Keep current on embedded industry technology developments and challenges and anticipate actions to meet these.
• Drive the OEM software platform roadmap including a culture of initiative, innovation, accountability, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Develop, communicate, and execute plans efficiently with team buy-in.
• Build and develop the team's skills through personal development, continuous improvement initiatives, and knowledge transfer.
• Work collaboratively and build relationships with stakeholders in Engineering, Product Management, Sales, and Applied Research to identify, prioritize, plan, and resource tasks.
• Anticipate and organize education and training opportunities for the team through both internal and external sources, while providing frequent performance feedback, coaching, and career development support

Skills

Embedded systems

RTOS

GNSS

Global collaboration

Communication

Leadership

Education

Degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or related field

Tools

Git

Linux

ASPICE

Job description

Hexagon’s Autonomous Solutions division in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking a Manager, OEM Platform Software to lead a team of engineers developing GNSS and embedded software platforms. You will drive the platform roadmap and partner with Engineering, Product Management, Sales, and Applied Research.

The role requires real-time embedded expertise, strong leadership, and ability to translate industry trends into actionable plans while fostering innovation and high-quality software.