Field Application Engineer - Canada

RTI; Ottawa; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A software framework company is seeking a Sales Engineer (FAE) to support customers in Canada, focusing on Aerospace and Defense. The role involves creating presentations, executing Proof-of-Concepts, and translating technical capabilities into business value. Candidates should have a BS in engineering or computer science and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Remote work options and flexible schedules are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working schedule

Home Office Stipend

Flexible Paid Time Off

Annual bonus based on performance

Qualifications

• 5+ years in application-facing technical professional services or sales.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel approximately 30%.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver presentations to prospects.
• Organize Proof-of-Concept engagements.
• Support product proposals to align with customer requirements.

Skills

C / C++

Python

Presentation skills

Networking concepts

Technical solution design

Education

BS or higher in engineering or computer science

Tools

DDS

MQTT

KAFKA

Protobufs

Job description

Overview

RTI is seeking a Sales Engineer (FAE) to support our customers in the Canadian territory, with a primary focus on Aerospace and Defense and additional support for key markets such as Healthcare and Industrial Automation. In this role, you will partner closely with the Account Manager as the regional technical expert, helping to drive growth of our products and services. You will collaborate with customers as they tackle the complex challenges of developing intelligent, distributed, mission-critical applications—giving you a front-row seat to some of the most exciting and impactful programs across the defense, automotive, and medical industries.

What You’ll Do

• Create and deliver compelling presentations that convey RTI technology value & benefits to prospects
• Organize and execute detailed Proof-of-Concept engagements and build compelling software demos using RTI products
• Translate technical capabilities into clear business value
• Support our secondary markets (e.g. Healthcare, Industrial Automation) with the above when there are opportunities
• Support product proposals to align with customer requirements including RFP / RFQ responses

Qualifications / What We’re Looking For

• BS or higher in engineering or computer science, MS preferred
• 5+ years in application-facing technical professional services or sales
• Strong understanding of OS (e.g. threading) and networking concepts (e.g. UDP, Multicast, OSI Layer switching, routing, VLANs)
• C / C++, Python development expertise and understanding of SDLC processes
• Excellent presentation skills, coupled with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience designing a high-level technical solution / architecture based on customer requirements
• Experience working in a customer facing role
• Willingness to Travel : approximately 30% travel, primarily within Canada, with the majority of trips to Ottawa, Ontario
• Canadian citizenship is required due to government contract requirements

Nice To Have

• Experience in communication middleware, e.g., DDS, MQTT, KAFKA, Protobufs, TCP
• Strong understanding of messaging and communication patterns
• Experience working with the CAF and DND
• Embedded system experience (Software Development, Debugging etc)
• Python / Java / .NET development expertise
• Knowledge about Hypervisors, Virtualization
• Knowledge about Cloud-Native architecture (Containers, Web Services etc)
• Knowledge about current trends in the Defence, Industrial, and Medical Industries

What We Offer You

• Flexible working schedule
• Remote working + Home Office Stipend to cover the costs of working from home
• Flexible Paid Time Off + “Real Vacation Bonus,” an additional bonus for taking more than 1-week of uninterrupted vacation
• Annual bonus based on individual and company performance + other prizes and awards
• We recognize employees for their achievements, offer great opportunities for career growth and development, and provide the tools they need to succeed

Life at RTI

• We have been certified as a Great Place to Work for six consecutive years in Spain and the US. We are also recognized for supporting women’s advancement.
• We live by our core values : excellence, teamwork, and reaching your potential. Our motto is “Enjoy the journey.”
• We foster a “Working as One” culture with team-building activities and in-person events to keep the team connected.

About RTI

RTI is the software framework company for physical AI systems, with a mission to run a smarter world. RTI Connext provides the data architecture for over 2,000 designs across Aerospace and Defense, Medtech, Automotive, and Robotics, deployed in more than $1T of systems worldwide. RTI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

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Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

Employment type : Contract

Job function : Sales and Business Development

Industries : Software Development

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