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  • Senior Kernel

    3 days ago


    Ottawa, ON, Canada Aptiv Full-time $110,000 - $140,000 Contract

    Wind River, an Aptiv company, is seeking a Senior System Engineer to develop core OS kernel components for the VxWorks RTOS. You will design, implement, test, and debug low-level operating system technologies powering mission-critical embedded systems.You will work with experienced engineers to deliver secure, reliable software using Agile processes and...


  • Ottawa, ON, Canada Cerebras Full-time $140,000 - $210,000 Contract

    Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, 56 times larger than GPUs. This architecture allows Cerebras to deliver industry-leading training and inference speeds; over 10 times faster than GPU-based hyperscale cloud inference services. This order of magnitude increase in speed is transforming the user experience of AI applications, unlocking...


  • Ottawa, ON, Ottawa Census Division, ON; Ontario, Canada Cerebras Full-time

    Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, 56 times larger than GPUs. This architecture allows Cerebras to deliver industry-leading training and inference speeds; over 10 times faster than GPU-based hyperscale cloud inference services. This order of magnitude increase in speed is transforming the user experience of AI applications, unlocking...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Aptiv Full-time

    Role Summary Wind River (An Aptiv Company) is seeking a Senior System Engineer – OS Kernel to contribute to the development of core kernel components for the VxWorks real-time operating system. In this role, you will design, implement, test, and debug low-level operating system technologies that power mission‑critical intelligent systems. You will...


  • Ottawa, ON, Canada Cerebras Full-time $140,000 - $210,000 Contract

    Cerebras Systems seeks a deeply technical engineering leader to head the on-field Kernel Reliability team. You will set the technical vision, lead a high-performing group, and scale reliability across internal and customer-facing services, from inference to production tooling.You will work closely with ASIC/HW and SW teams on debugging, failure analysis, and...


  • Ottawa, ON, Ottawa Census Division, ON; Ontario, Canada Cerebras Full-time

    Cerebras Systems seeks a deeply technical engineering leader to head the on-field Kernel Reliability team. You will set the technical vision, lead a high-performing group, and scale reliability across internal and customer-facing services, from inference to production tooling. You will work closely with ASIC/HW and SW teams on debugging, failure analysis,...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Aptiv Full-time

    Your Role Wind River, an Aptiv Company, is seeking a Member of Technical Staff – OS Kernel to contribute to the development of core kernel components for the VxWorks real-time operating system. Based in Kanata, Ontario, this role offers the opportunity to work on low-level operating system technologies used in mission-critical intelligent systems. You will...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada BeyondTrust, Inc. Full-time

    As Staff Software Development Engineer, you’ll be the Linux kernel authority for the runtime enforcement layer of our Identity Security Platform. These components decide, in-kernel, whether to permit or deny each action an identity or AI agent attempts on a Linux endpointYou’ll set the technical direction for eBPF enforcement on Linux and own it end to...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada VIAVI Solutions Full-time

    Summary: VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Ribbon Communications Full-time

    Develop embedded Linux networking software for Ribbon’s security products, working with C, container networking, and kernel internals.This hands-on engineering role contributes to software deployed across public clouds, private clouds, dedicated servers, and custom hardware. You will design networking solutions, investigate customer issues, and collaborate...


  • Ottawa, ON, Canada Ciena Corporation Full-time €96,000 - €153,000 Contract

    Ciena Corporation in Ottawa is seeking a seasoned embedded software engineer to contribute to the WaveLogic platform. You will develop drivers, diagnostics, and applications for embedded CPUs, SoCs, and optical technologies using C, C++, and Python. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software across product families. Applicants should...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Nokia Full-time

    Enhance Nokia's Optical Engine as a Staff Firmware Engineer, working within a dynamic team and tackling complex firmware solutions for next-generation transport products. As a key member of Nokia's firmware team, you'll focus on designing and implementing firmware for long-haul and metro applications. Your role involves collaboration with various teams,...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Nokia Full-time

    Job DescriptionIn this role, you'll join a dynamic firmware team dedicated to enhancing Nokia’s next-generation Optical Engine tailored for long-haul and metro applications. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll design and implement innovative solutions that tackle complex problems in Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing transport...


  • Ottawa, ON, Canada Ciena Corporation Full-time €96,000 - €153,000 Contract

    As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social,...

  • AI Engineer

    5 hours ago


    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada BDO Canada Full-time

    AI Engineer We are seeking an experienced AI Engineer with a strong foundation in software engineering and a proven track record of building Generative and Agentic AI solutions. This new role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of software development, applied AI research, and practical solution design. You will be responsible for designing,...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Gogo-Business-Aviation Full-time

    Airborne Platform Software EngineerBuild the software that powers the future of connected aviation.At Gogo, we’re transforming how people connect in the sky by building technology that powers connectivity aboard business aircraft around the world.As our Airborne Platform Software Engineer, you’ll design, develop, and test production-quality software for...


  • Ottawa, ON, Canada Randstad Canada Full-time €90,000 - €130,000 Contract

    Randstad Canada’s client seeks an embedded software engineer specializing in BSPs and low-level bootloaders for an onsite contract in Canada’s capital region. You will develop foundational software for infotainment, connectivity, and automotive hardware, with hands-on Linux and QNX kernel/internal work and ARM-based platforms. The role emphasizes...


  • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Gogo Inc. Full-time

    ## Senior Software EngineerApply: Ottawa, Canada: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R4271**Airborne Platform Software Engineer**Build the software that powers the future of connected aviation.At Gogo, we’re transforming how people connect in the sky by building technology that powers connectivity aboard business aircraft around the world. As our...


  • Ottawa, ON, Canada Ciena Corporation Full-time €137,000 - €212,000 Contract

    As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social,...


  • Ottawa, ON, Canada Randstad Canada Full-time €90,000 - €130,000 Contract

    Our Client’s BSP and Driver Development Team is seeking a skilled Embedded Software Engineer specializing in Board Support Packages (BSPs) and low-level bootloaders. This is a Fully Onsite contract position focused on developing, bringing up, and hardening foundational software assets for infotainment, connectivity, and next-generation vehicle hardware...