Chef.fe d'équipe, développeur logiciel | Lead Software Developer
About The Position
Altitude Sports is a Montreal-based leading ecommerce retailer in Canada, working and playing at the intersection of fashion and the outdoors. Founded in 1984, the company offers best-in-class advice on premium gear and technical apparel, a members-only benefits program, and a curated selection of products for outdoor adventures and urban pursuits. Our team is united by a passion for excellence, bringing together diverse talents and interests. Despite our growth, we remain true to our roots as the local shop nearly 40 years ago. Dedicated to sustainability, we strive to minimize our environmental impact, ensuring our love for the outdoors is matched by our commitment to preserving it.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
- Strong foundational understanding of Python and its ecosystem.
- Conceptual grasp of Event-driven architecture, Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD, and AWS.
- Proven ability to partner effectively with Product and Design to manage scope and delivery.
- Strong communication skills and deep motivation for the engineering management career path.
- Bilingual (French and English), both written and spoken.
Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end delivery by translating product goals into clear technical plans and milestones.
- Drive predictable delivery while balancing speed, quality, reliability, and technical debt.
- Partner with technical leaders on architecture, system design, and technical trade-offs.
- Act as the primary lead for production incidents, coordinating the team’s response and resolution.
- Ensure strong engineering fundamentals including performance, reliability, observability, and security.
- Lead post-mortem sessions to identify root causes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Manage and coach a team of engineers, fostering a culture of ownership and psychological safety.
- Proactively resolve team dynamics issues using emotional intelligence to keep engineers motivated.
- Work closely with Product Managers to shape roadmaps and scope outcomes.
- Communicate clearly with stakeholders, surfacing risks early and providing transparent updates.
Benefits
- Discounts on outdoor and fashion brands for you and your family
- Full access to Telemedicine services
- Comprehensive health and dental coverage
- 5 Personal Days
- 20 hours of paid to volunteer and support our community
- Learning and development opportunities
- A balance between working from home and working at the office.
- A modern workspace in the heart of Montreal’s Little Italy for local candidates
- A chance to participate in social committees, sports teams, group outings and contests
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
