Team Lead (Embedded Systems Developer)

Spyder Controls Corp.; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech company in embedded systems is seeking a Team Lead (Embedded Systems Developer) to oversee programming, design scalable code, and lead a technical team. The role requires 6+ years of software development experience, strong command of C or C++, and proven leadership skills. Candidates must have an undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science or a related field. Compensation ranges from $75,000 to $120,000 with additional benefits. In-person location in Lacombe, Alberta.

Benefits

Health Spending Account

Pooled Insurance benefits

TFSA or RRSP matching

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software development experience.
• 3+ years of experience leading a technical team in embedded systems.
• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead programming for RV control modules and interfaces.
• Architect, design, and deliver maintainable code.
• Provide technical leadership to embedded developers.

Skills

Leadership

C or C++ programming

Embedded system programming

Attention to detail

Team mentorship

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Eclipse / STM32CubeIDE

VS Code/Visual Studio

Git (GitHub specifically)

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Position Title: Team Lead (Embedded Systems Developer)

Job Summary: The Senior Developer Team lead position will include:

• Conducting or overseeing Programming for RV/Marine control modules, screens, and switches
• Delivering and architect clean, high quality, scalable code to our suite of products that is well-structured, readable, testable, and performant
• Embedded System Programming
• Leading and guiding a team specializing in embedded systems development including technical direction, task delegation, and code oversight
• Owning technical decisions, architecture direction, and development standards for embedded projects
• Identifying problems, propose suitable solutions, implement the solutions, and maintain documentation
• Designing, developing, troubleshooting, debugging and testing existing software systems and new applications
• Collaborating with management, stakeholders, and project team members to refine project scope, define project plan, and and align technical execution with business goals
• Planning and organizing work and development processes; directing multiple projects and ensuring deadlines are met.
• On occasion, some travel could be required
• Position may also include other related projects, or other tasks as required by Spyder Controls

Position Hours: Full time

Position Opening Date: Currently open and accepting applications

Location: Lacombe, Alberta (in-person only)

Our Values:

• Honesty -We search for those that act off principle rather than emotion. Honest and upright in all ways.
• Endurance -We need those who are strong in character. The ones who are not intimidated by challenges.
• Innovation -We ask for those that object to mediocrity and embrace innovation through ideas and actions.

We are looking for like minded people to join our team.

Compensation: Annual compensation will range from $75,000 to $120,000 depending on applicant education, experience, credentials and performance. Benefits include a Health Spending Account, Pooled Insurance benefits and TFSA or RRSP matching.

• Legally entitled to live and work in Canada
• 6+ years of software development work experience
• 3+ years of experience leading a technical team specializing in embedded systems
• Excellent/Expert command of C or C++
• Strong hands-on experience in embedded system programming (microcontrollers, hardware interfaces, real-time constraints)
• Proven experience reviewing code, setting development standards, and guiding technical design decisions
• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Understanding of or experience in embedded system programming
• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and organizational skills
• Ability to balance hands-on development with team leadership responsibilities
• Leadership, mentorship, and organizational skills
• Maintain professionalism in the workplace, remains composed under pressure while meeting deadlines, maintaining regular schedule with occasional extended hours
• Applicant should have familiarity with or an understanding of various tools including:
• Eclipse / STM32CubeIDE
• VS Code/Visual Studio
• Git (GitHub specifically)
• Microsoft Office 365

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead or oversee programming for RV control modules, HMI screens, and switch interfaces.
• Architect, design, and deliver clean, scalable, high-performance code that is well-documented, testable, and maintainable.
• Develop, debug, troubleshoot, and optimize software for embedded systems
• Provide day-to-day technical leadership to embedded developers, including task assignment, technical guidance, and removing development blockers.
• Review code, enforce development standards, and ensure software quality and consistency across projects.
• Own technical architecture decisions and ensure alignment with long-term product direction.
• Independently identify issues, propose solutions, implement fixes, and maintain supporting documentation.
• Create technical specifications for new projects with minimal supervision.
• Accurately estimate project timelines and consistently meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with management, stakeholders, and project team members to refine project scope and support planning efforts.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior and intermediate developers, including helping them improve project estimation and technical skills.
• Communicate with customers as needed to gather technical requirements and clarify project needs.
• Perform high-priority programming and integration tasks on time-sensitive projects.
• Occasionally travel as required for project or customer support
• Execute other related tasks or special projects as required by Spyder Controls.
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar
• Experience with SQL, API Frameworks and code versioning tools
• Knowledge of additional programming languages
• Aptitude and interest in graphic/UI design