Job Description

NOVIPRO is currently looking for an Architect - Embedded Systems and Software for a 12 month contract.
The client is based in Ottawa
Onsite: 4 days/week
Full time. Temp to perm position
Context:
The team is responsible for designing, developing, integrating, and maintaining mission-critical embedded software for a next-generation satellite telecommunications system. The Senior Architect will play a strategic role in defining distributed software architectures, with a focus on performance, security, real-time communication, and integration with complex platforms such as EMS/NMS and the ground segment.
Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of distributed software architectures for embedded and network management systems.
• Develop and maintain modules using modern C++ in a Linux environment.
• Architect EMS/NMS platforms for managing distributed embedded systems.
• Champion advanced development practices: TDD, simulation frameworks, CI/CD, containerization.
• Provide technical leadership through code reviews and enforcement of coding standards.
• Design and implement networking features (e.g., MPLS) within the ground segment.
• Document architectural decisions and ensure alignment with performance and security goals.
• Drive modernization of engineering processes and tooling adoption.

Requirements:

• 15+ years of software development experience, including 5+ years in software architecture.
• Strong command of modern C++ (14/17/20).
• Deep experience in real-time embedded systems and resource-constrained environments.
• Advanced Linux knowledge (kernel, optimization, debugging tools).
• Proven experience designing EMS/NMS or distributed management platforms.
• Solid understanding of networking protocols, system performance, and cybersecurity.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Cloud knowledge (AWS or Azure) is an asset.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex system-level challenges.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in the satellite, telecom, defense, or mission-critical systems industries.
• Additional technical skills: Python, Bash, cloud platforms, simulation tooling.
• Ability to clearly document and communicate architectural decisions to cross-functional teams.

Skills Required