Principal Systems Engineer Ingénieur Systèmes Principal

Zebra Technologies; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Montreal is seeking an experienced System Engineer to architect and design complex solutions while leading interdisciplinary teams. The successful candidate will bring at least 9 years of experience in product development, particularly in camera technologies and systems engineering. Fluency in both English and French is required. This position offers a hybrid work model, fostering innovation and collaboration in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9+ years of work experience required.
• Proven track record of leading teams and driving decision-making.
• Experience in hardware product development from concept to deployment.

Responsibilities

• Architects, designs, and supports developing of complex technical projects.
• Champions innovation and creativity in team members.
• Analyzes competitor intellectual property.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in French

Solid analytical skills

Leadership ability

Experience with camera technologies

Communication skills

Knowledge of electrical schematics

Agile Development practices

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Function generators

Bench Power Supplies

Logic analyzers

Job description

Remote Work: Hybrid

Overview

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges. Being a part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve. You'll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about – locally and globally. Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

Vous avez l'occasion d'apprendre et de conduire dans un environnement orienté vers l'avenir, de définir votre parcours vers une carrière épanouissante tout en mettant vos compétences au service de causes qui vous tiennent à cœur - localement et mondialement. Faites un impact chaque jour chez Zebra.

Responsibilities

• Architects, designs, and supports developing, and testing of system solutions to several highly-complex technical projects. Creates system specifications for the projects. Leads technology roadmap process. Recommends project approach and goals
• Champions new thinking and creativity in team members to cultivate and retain top talent. Coaches others on how to effectively develop, communicate, and implement new solutions
• Prioritizes quality and seeks out improvements in all aspects of the projects
• Maintains keen awareness of competitor products and development direction to help direct designs to surpass the competition
• Uses status as a developer of novel and creative solutions to build business and bring positive attention to technologies and services
• With other engineering disciplines, develops next generation ideas and solutions to meet client needs before the competition
• Analyzes competitor intellectual property and participates in activities related to protecting intellectual property
• Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
• Creates formal networks involving coordination among groups
• Serves as organization spokesperson on specialized projects or programs
• Acts as prime consultant on large projects that affect the organization's long-term goals and objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree
• Minimum 9+ years of work experience
• Experience with writing requirements
• Fluency in English and French required.
• Solid analytical and practical knowledge of systems spanning electrical, software/OS design, mechanical, optical and audio design components and an understanding of a product development process required.
• Experience developing a new hardware product, from concept phase to production and deployment required.
• Proven track record of soft skills to lead by influence and drive decision‑making with sound reasoning undergirded by quantifiable data highly preferred.
• Developing programs from concept to production and deployment highly preferred.
• Knowledge of camera technologies: optics, sensors, ISPs, & image‑processing chains highly preferred.
• Prior experience designing camera systems (2D, 3D), including familiarity with optical requirements.
• Experience working in and/or designing products for Fixed Industrial Scanning and Machine Vision markets, such as high-speed sortation, human presented scanning, and scan tunnels.
• Recent experience as a System Engineer working on product development.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex concepts to broadly diverse audiences and guide both local and remote teams in achieving their goals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency and agility in dealing with ambiguity to stay focused and clear roadblocks.
• Experience leading interdisciplinary technical teams through a full product lifecycle.
• Solid analytical and practical knowledge of Fixed Industrial Scanning systems spanning electrical, software/OS design, and mechanical design components and an understanding of a product development process.
• Hands‑on experience with machine vision, computer vision, or image processing including setting up cameras, lensing, lighting, filters, focal lengths, etc.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and automation systems for manufacturing and/or logistics processes.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Ability to work with Oscilloscopes, function generators, Bench Power Supplies, and Logic analyzers.
• Familiar with Agile Development practices.
• Familiar with network and Industrial protocols (PROFINET, EIP, TCP/IP, Modbus, etc.).
• Demonstrated leadership ability.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Zebra est un employeur garantissant l’égalité des chances. Tous les candidats qualifiés recevront une considération pour l’emploi sans distinction de race, couleur, religion, sexe, orientation sexuelle, identité de genre, origine nationale, handicap, statut d’ancien combattant protégé ou toute autre base interdite par la loi. Si vous êtes une personne en situation de handicap et avez besoin d’une assistance pour postuler à un poste, veuillez nous contacter à [e-mail]. Nous veillerons à ce que des aménagements raisonnables soient fournis pour participer au processus de candidature ou d’entretien, pour accomplir les fonctions essentielles du poste et pour bénéficier des avantages et privilèges liés à l’emploi.

To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e‑mail or outside of the system.