Software Development Manager

🌍 Genetec – Protect the everyday

We are a global Canadian company with a broad solutions portfolio that encompasses security, intelligence, and operations. We serve customers within a wide range of industries including transportation, education, and government. At Genetec, we embrace open communication, creativity, and continuous learning to allow everyone to flourish in their own unique career paths.

Our network of over 2300 people globally is made up of diverse individuals who are passionate about their work and open to trying new ideas. We prioritize the success and well-being of our employees.

📌 The Role – Software Development Manager

As a Software Development Manager, you sit at the intersection of technology, people, and culture.

Your primary mission is to grow high-performing teams and individuals, while ensuring the delivery of reliable, scalable, and high-quality software aligned with Genetec’s product vision.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, inspire, and support two software development teams working on Access Control and Intrusion technologies.
• Foster a healthy, motivating, and inclusive work environment built on trust and accountability
• Coach and develop talent through continuous feedback and individual growth plans
• Actively promote and embody Genetec’s culture: collaboration, transparency, autonomy, and excellence
• Ensure strong alignment between local teams and international stakeholders

Technical Excellence & Delivery

• Partner closely with R&D experts and developers, Product Managers, and other Engineering leaders
• Promote engineering best practices (quality, performance, security, maintainability)
• Support technical decision-making without micromanaging
• Drive continuous improvement of development processes (Agile, DevOps, CI/CD)

What you bring

• Proven experience managing software development teams
• Strong software engineering background with the ability to understand and challenge technical decisions
• A natural, empathetic, and structured leadership style
• Ability to navigate both human and technical complexity
• Comfortable working in an international environment (professional English required)
• A genuine desire to build strong, sustainable team culture

Why join Genetec ?

• A role with significant human and organizational impact
• Real managerial autonomy and trust
• A company known as much for its culture as for its technology
• Passionate, collaborative, and supportive teams
• A dynamic tech environment in Orléans

Genetec is an equal opportunity employer, we strive for diversity and inclusion through our recruitment approach as well as the training and professional development we provide. We partner with external associations and implement internal initiatives to provide a welcoming work environment for employees from all backgrounds.