Embedded C++/Qt Engineer — UI & Linux Systems

Syntronic; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Syntronic is seeking an intermediate C++/Qt Embedded Developer to build reliable software for embedded and mission-critical systems. You will design, implement, and test GUI-driven applications on Linux, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure robust performance and maintainability.

The role requires strong C++ skills, extensive Qt GUI experience, and hands-on Linux-based development in safety-critical or high-reliability environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Development, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant software development experience in embedded, Linux-based, or device-focused environments.
• Strong experience developing graphical user interfaces using Qt.
• Experience with Linux/Unix-based operating systems and software integration, debugging, and configuration.
• Familiarity with TCP/IP, UDP, SIP, RTP, SNMP or similar networking protocols.
• Experience with modern C++ standards (C++14/17/20).
• Experience developing software for safety-critical, mission-critical, regulated, or high-reliability environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software applications using C++ and Qt.
• Develop graphical user interfaces using Qt/QML or Qt Widgets for operator-facing systems.
• Work with Linux-based platforms to support software integration, debugging, and deployment.
• Collaborate with software, systems, test, and integration teams to deliver reliable functionality across complex environments.
• Troubleshoot software issues related to UI behavior, performance, and platform integration.
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, testing activities, and release preparation.
• Support integration and validation activities, debugging issues found during lab or customer testing.
• Create and maintain technical documentation related to software design, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting.

Skills

C++ experience

Qt GUI development

Linux-based environments

Embedded software development

Software testing and debugging

Team collaboration

Modern C++ standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software/CE/EE

Tools

Qt

Job description

Syntronic is seeking an intermediate C++/Qt Embedded Developer to build reliable software for embedded and mission-critical systems. You will design, implement, and test GUI-driven applications on Linux, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure robust performance and maintainability.

The role requires strong C++ skills, extensive Qt GUI experience, and hands-on Linux-based development in safety-critical or high-reliability environments.