Software Engineer (2) - Commodity Engineer 2

Epitec, Inc

Ottawa, ON

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Atlassian JIRA, Automotive Industry, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Embedded Systems, Hardware Development, Health Plan, Mobile Technology, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Lifecycle, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Release Management/Engineering, Reporting Dashboards, Requirements Management, Software Administration, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Sprint Planning, Status Reports, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Ottawa, ON
POSTED
1 day ago

Epitec is seeking to hire a Junior Project Manager to support a large, fast-paced connected vehicle software program with a leading global U.S. automaker.

Location: Kanata, ON-Fully Onsite
W2 Contract: Long-Term
Pay Range: Market Rate
Medical Benefits & PTO Included
 

Position Overview:

This role supports a high-visibility software program delivering connected vehicle capabilities. The Junior Project Manager will coordinate day-to-day execution across Jira planning, release management, vendor tracking, requirements management, and stakeholder reporting. This position is ideal for someone detail-oriented, organized, and experienced working with software development teams in an Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage Jira issues, priorities, dependencies, and sprint/release planning

  • Support software release coordination across engineering, QA, and vendor teams

  • Track requirements, risks, blockers, and action items across the project lifecycle

  • Prepare dashboards, status reports, and executive-level updates

  • Coordinate with internal and external vendors to ensure deliverables are on track

  • Utilize LLMs and prompt engineering to improve reporting, documentation, and meeting preparation

  • Drive alignment across software, hardware, and connectivity stakeholders

Required Skills & Experience:

  • 3–5 years of Project Manager or Technical Project Manager experience

  • Proven experience supporting software development teams

  • Strong understanding of Agile methodology, SDLC, and release planning

  • Hands-on experience with Jira and reporting/dashboard tools

  • Experience managing requirements, dependencies, and vendor communications

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail

Preferred Experience:

  • Exposure to hardware development environments

  • Familiarity with cellular/mobile technologies, telematics, or network certification

  • Background in automotive, mobility, telecom, or embedded systems

  • Experience with AI productivity tools, LLMs, or prompt engineering

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required

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About the Company

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Epitec, Inc

Epitec is a leading staffing and recruiting services company with a mission to make staffing personal. We go beyond traditional hiring by truly understanding our candidates and matching them with the perfect opportunities. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, and support throughout the entire process. Working with top Fortune 500 companies, we are recognized for our excellence with numerous awards, including Best & Brightest and diversity recognitions. At Epitec, we're redefining the future of employment. 

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1978
WEBSITE
https://epitec.com/