Syntronic

End-to-end product design, development, and production

Senior Project Manager - Hardware, Software

Project ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeKanata, Ottawa, ON, CanadaCA$100k - CA$140k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
At least five years of software and/or hardware development experience.
At least five years of scrum master or technical project lead experience working across functional teams.
Understanding of Agile methodology, software development life cycle, and release management.
Proven business acumen and the ability to translate client needs into actionable project plans, lead external meetings, and align business and technical goals.
Experience in a customer-facing role.
Successful delivery of two or more products to market through the full development lifecycle.
Experience planning and delivering integrated hardware and software products.
Experience motivating, mentoring, and guiding a diverse development team, both virtually and face to face.
Solid oral and written communication skills, including managing communication with clients.
Experience reporting progress concisely to stakeholders, including clients, product owners, and project leads.
Experience defining requirements and estimating project scope.
Working knowledge of one or more software development domains: full-stack iOS or Android mobile apps, web apps, embedded software, or cloud.
Working knowledge of one or more hardware development domains: radio frequency hardware, digital hardware, or mechanical systems.
Working knowledge of user experience design and experience interacting with user experience design teams.
Experience with artificial intelligence-assisted productivity tools in product development, including large language models and prompt engineering.
Experience with Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Azure DevOps, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Lead multiple project teams to develop and deliver large and complex projects through all stages of hardware and software development.
Work with the business development team and technical leads to define scope, schedule, and cost for new business opportunities.
Work with the client to define and meet expectations for project scope, schedule, and cost throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead and guide the project team to deliver projects while following customer or Syntronic delivery processes.
Coordinate integration of hardware, software, firmware, and mechanical developments.
Manage and review product development documentation, including requirements specifications, system specifications, design description documents, design verification test plans and reports, and product manuals.
Collaborate with other development disciplines, including hardware developers, to integrate and deliver complete systems.
Report concise project status to the client, senior management, and other stakeholders.
Build and develop long-term relationships with client stakeholders across multiple projects.
Identify, mitigate, and manage project risks and issues, and escalate as needed.
Increase team effectiveness by measuring and improving processes and tools, including use and adoption of artificial intelligence.

Desired Qualifications

A Master of Business Administration is preferred but not required.
Experience in business analysis techniques for eliciting client requirements.
Contribute business and end-user perspectives to the project team.
Experience leading and coordinating rapid prototyping in a cross-disciplinary team of software developers and user experience designers.
Experience introducing and leading adoption of new tools and techniques, including artificial intelligence, to improve team productivity.
Project Management Professional or Certified ScrumMaster certification.

Salary Range: 100000 to 140000 (Currency: CAD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Join Syntronic: Where Your Innovation Shapes the Future

At Syntronic, we don't just follow industry trends—we set them! Join us in partnering with visionary companies and the brightest minds to turn ground-breaking ideas into reality. Imagine working on cutting-edge telecom advancements, pioneering automotive tech, life-saving healthcare innovations, and next-gen industrial automation. Our projects are diverse, impactful, and at the forefront of technological innovation. Be a part of something extraordinary!

Who are we?:

Syntronic is a global leader in design and development, specializing in electronics, electro-mechanics, and software. We’re not just a company; we’re a community of innovators. Our teams work on projects that define the future—from creating state-of-the-art communication systems and autonomous vehicles to advancing IoT solutions that revolutionize everyday life. At Syntronic, your work will make a real difference.

What we're looking for:

We are seeking individuals who want to:

·Collaborate with top-tier clients on transformative, cutting-edge projects.

·Engage with and learn from industry leaders

·Innovate from concept to completion, ensuring high standards.

·Gain international experience on global projects.

·Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment that supports new ideas.

·Explore multiple sectors like telecommunications, automotive, healthcare, and industrial automation.

What you'll do

You will lead multiple project teams to develop and deliver large and complex projects through all stages of hardware and software development
Work with the business development team and technical leads to define scope, schedule and cost for new business opportunities
Work with the client to define and meet expectations, for project scope, schedule and cost, throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead and guide the project team to deliver the project, while following customer or Syntronic delivery processes
Coordinate integration of hardware, software, firmware & mechanical developments
Manage and review product development documentation (Requirements Specifications, System Specifications, Design
Description Documents, Design Verification Test Plans & Reports, Product Manuals, etc.)
Collaborate with other development disciplines, including HW developers, to integrate and deliver complete systems
Report concise project status to the client, senior management and other stakeholders
Build and develop long term relationships with client stakeholders across multiple projects
Identify, mitigate and manage project risks and issues, and escalate as needed
Manage and review product development documentation
Increase team effectiveness by measuring and improving processes and tools, including use and adoption of AI

What you'll need to get the job done

A bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field
5+ years of software and/or hardware development experience
5+ years of scrum master or technical project lead experience working across functional teams
Understanding of Agile methodology, SDLC, and release management
Proven business acumen and capability to translate client needs into actionable project plans. Comfortable leading external meetings and ensuring business and technical goals are aligned. MBA preferred but not required.
Experience in a customer facing role is critical
Successful delivery of two or more products to market through full development lifecycle
Experience planning and delivering integrated hardware and software products
Experience motivating, mentoring and guiding a diverse development team, both virtually and face to face
Solid oral and written communication skills, including managing communication with clients
Experience in reporting progress to stakeholders (clients, product owners, project leads etc.) in a concise manner
Experience in defining requirements and estimating project scope
Working knowledge of one or more SW development domains: full stack iOS or Android mobile apps, web apps, embedded SW, Cloud
Working knowledge of one or more HW development domains: RF HW, Digital HW, Mechanical systems
Working knowledge of UX design and experience interacting with UX design teams
Experience with AI-assisted productivity tools in product development, including LLMs and prompt engineering
Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence (Atlassian tool chain), Microsoft Azure Dev Ops, Teams and Office

What will make us REALLY love you

Self-organized and driven to help the team get organized and be more effective
Experience in Business Analysis techniques for eliciting client requirements
Contributing business and end user perspective to the project team
Experience leading and coordinating rapid prototyping in a cross disciplinary team of SW developers and UX designers
Experience introducing and leading adoption of new tools and techniques, including AI, to improve team productivity
PMP or CSM certification
Making the client's and the team's success your own success
A friendly willingness to collaborate and play nice with others
A passion for project-based work and staying on top of your technical game
Drive and willingness to explore and master areas outside of your expertise

This posting is for an active vacancy.

What you’ll love about us:

At Syntronic, our employees are our greatest asset. We foster innovation, collaboration, and excellence, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join a global community that values creativity and diversity.

Ready to Shape the Future with Us?

If you’re ready to elevate your career and be part of a team that’s making a real impact, we want to hear from you. Apply today and embark on your journey with Syntronic, where your ideas and innovations can truly make a difference.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

About the Company

Syntronic

End-to-end product design, development, and production

Syntronic provides end-to-end product and systems development, production, and aftermarket services for technology-heavy industries. It supports the full lifecycle—from R&D and design to manufacturing and after-sales support—helping clients bring complex electronic products to market faster and more cost-effectively. Its strength lies in handling intricate board and chip design and large, technology-intensive projects, as demonstrated by the Ericsson-Ardesco IoT platform collaboration. The goal is to help engineers overcome design challenges and deliver reliable, high-quality electronics for large technology-focused companies.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Gävle kommun, Sweden
Founded: 1983

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