Technical Leader - Principal

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. ​ We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Our Company is built on employee mutual commitment and respect, enthusiasm and progress. Teledyne Digital Imaging is a subsidiary of Teledyne Technologies Inc., a U.S. publicly listed enterprise, and specializes in the manufacture, design, research and development of high-performance CMOS and CCD image sensors and modular expandable cameras. Teledyne Digital Imaging's products are used worldwide in machine vision, document scanning, image capture, surveillance, process monitoring, manufacturing inspection, medical imaging, and multimedia. As part of our continuing growth in this high technology market, the Medical, Life Sciences and Scientific Group is recruiting for a Technical Leader in Waterloo ! The Technical Leader is responsible for systems architecture, technical strategy, and team guidance. This role makes technical decisions and influences architecture, communicates across stakeholders, and ensures technical excellence and team productivity.

The duties and responsibilities outlined below reflect the core functions of the role. However, the organization may assign additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet operational and strategic objectives. Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as the scope of the role may evolve in response to changing business needs. Independently lead technical projects and drive product and/or technology development Provide customers with technical guidance with support from technical experts Collaborate with cross-functional team members Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Participate in new business development activities Participate in design reviews and adhere to design control processes. Provide input on technical decisions and contribute to internal technical discussions. Identify and communicate technical risks to senior leaders. Suggest improvements to engineering workflows Engage with internal stakeholders to clarify requirements and support customer needs. Support testing and validation of components. Communicate progress and challenges to senior staff Develop and maintain project documentation for both internal and external stakeholders. In addition to the functional responsibilities of this role, the Technical Leader is expected to demonstrate key soft skills that support Teledyne`s collaborative, innovative, and high-performance culture. These include: Analytical thinking – Breaks down complex technical challenges and guides teams toward innovative, data-driven solutions. Creativity and innovation – Encourages original thinking in design, experimentation, and product development. Collaboration – Builds strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams and fosters cross-functional alignment. Communication skills – Clearly conveys technical direction, project goals, and feedback to diverse audiences. Adaptability and organization – Manages shifting priorities while maintaining structured workflows and team focus. Team leadership – Provides strategic direction, sets clear expectations, and drives accountability across engineering teams. Coaching and mentoring – Develops talent by supporting growth, offering constructive feedback, and creating learning opportunities. Empowerment and trust-building – Creates a culture of ownership, psychological safety, and continuous improvement. What You Need: A minimum of 5 years of related