The Company

Modular Mining Systems is the global leader in mine management technology and a wholly owned subsidiary of Komatsu Ltd. Our innovative technology powers mine operations in every corner of the globe. The products we cultivate, the solutions we engineer and the service we deliver set us apart in the Mining Technology industry. We’re more than a company, we’re a community of passionate, creative professionals striving toward a shared vision: to revolutionize the way the mining industry operates.

With a presence stretching from Johannesburg to Vancouver, Sydney to Lima, you are part of a global brand that supports creativity, fosters innovation, and encourages you to think big, share ideas and be yourself.

What are the benefits of being a part of Modular Mining?

We believe strongly in a healthy work/life balance, and we love to brag about all the great things are members enjoy; like comprehensive health and benefit packages, tuition reimbursement, RRSP contributions with company match, flexible scheduling options and, of course, an excellent vacation policy. We are a global organization with a reputation for having premier people building premier products. We offer competitive compensation packages and a culture that thrives off creativity, collaboration, and teamwork.

Mine Smarter.

Job Purpose

The Manager, Systems Development leads development teams to deliver high-quality software solutions, aligning technical efforts with organizational goals. This role requires staying ahead of software industry developments and proactively driving team success, fostering innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

The manager must combine strong leadership with deep technical understanding to make informed decisions, evaluate risks, and actively contribute to the direction and integration of complex systems.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Each day will present you with new challenges and opportunities to test and grow your skills. As the Manger, Systems Development with Modular, you’ll be responsible for:

Leadership & Team Development
• Mentor team members to build leadership and technical expertise, ensuring talent retention.
• Oversee performance, career development, and succession planning.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and resource planning, accelerating onboarding and aligning with long-term goals.
• Foster an inclusive, accountable team culture that supports retention and productivity.
Technical Oversight & Strategy
• Guide system architecture and technical decisions for scalability and efficiency, with a clear understanding of system behaviors, integration points, and technical risks.
• Promote cutting-edge testing strategies, cloud infrastructure, security, and emerging technologies (e.g., AI, analytics).
• Remain proactive and informed on software engineering industry developments to lead effectively.
Quality Assurance & Delivery
• Ensure product quality through robust testing and defect management.
• Manage project delivery and timelines, proactively owning the team backlog to drive continuous improvements and productivity gains.
Business & Industry Alignment
• Align technical efforts with company objectives, customer needs, and evolving industry trends.
• Leverage domain expertise and up-to-date industry knowledge to enhance strategies.
Process & Innovation
• Refine development methodologies (e.g., agile, DevOps) and data strategies, integrating the latest industry practices.
• Drive proactive problem-solving and innovation, prioritizing backlog initiatives for efficiency and team growth.
• Uphold confidentiality, security, and compliance standards.
Collaboration & Communication
• Proactively communicate and collaborate with other engineering teams, consultants, suppliers, product management, and downstream stakeholders such as support, regional offices, and customers.
• Facilitate communication and technical supervision, engaging with engineering teams to support informed decision-making and strategic alignment.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Development, or a related field or a minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in software development or related technical teams.
• Demonstrated ability to lead the delivery of complex software products using modern development life cycles, methodologies (e.g., agile, DevOps), and architectural best practices.
• Strong technical acumen to understand systems, assess risks, support collaboration, and guide technical decisions.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and team-building skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience managing backlog prioritization, team metrics, and performance evaluations.
• Solid knowledge of modern engineering practices across technologies, development processes, and frameworks.

Desired Skills

• Experience in the mining, industrial, or heavy equipment sectors.
• Familiarity with GNSS positioning systems, sensor networks, or IoT technologies.
• Familiarity with cloud-native architectures, distributed systems, and microservices.
• Experience working with data-driven product development, analytics, or AI/ML integration.
• Experience scaling teams, implementing organizational change, or supporting technical transformations.
• Exposure to cross-functional initiatives involving UX design, product management, or customer feedback loops.
• Knowledge of compliance, cybersecurity, or privacy practices in software delivery.