Job Description

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

You will play a pivotal role in the development of a new Optical Circuit Switch product family. This innovative device integrates into customer networks, enabling fiber connections to establish optical links and fiber pairs. The product features complex software with multiple variants to support diverse connection configurations. Collaborating with hyperscaler customers, each with unique software environments, you will tailor software to fit specific operational contexts and customer needs. The platform is built on a robust architecture with advanced features like secure boot and certificate-based authentication, running on Linux and leveraging SONiC--a containerized, microservices-based network operating system.
Responsibilities

• Develop high-level applications in a containerized Linux environment.
• Focus on distributed applications using technologies like GNMI, SNMP, and OpenConfig.
• Collaborate with customers to understand and integrate unique software requirements.
• Ensure software design aligns with hardware architecture and operational context.
• Utilize Docker containers and Git submodules to manage modular codebases.

Essential Skills

• Linux-based distributed application development
• Proficiency in Containerization (Docker)
• Experience with SONiC architecture and Git submodules
• Secure software design including secure boot and certificate-based authentication
• Familiarity with hyperscaler environments and customer-specific software stacks

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or electrical engineering
• 2-8 years of experience in Embedded Application Development on Linux (C++), with 3 years preferred
• Expertise in multi-threading and object-oriented programming
• Proficiency in source code management systems like GIT
• Competency in requirement analysis and troubleshooting
• Experience with embedded C, Python, and hardware programming
• Knowledge of Golang, Python, and Shell scripting
• Familiarity with network management protocols such as GNMI and SNMP

Work Environment
You will be part of a dynamic and growing Software Engineering group, working with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative environment. The role involves working in a Linux-based, containerized infrastructure with a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nepean, Ontario.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Nepean,ON.
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