QNX Senior Software Developer in Test

BlackBerry; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 148,000 - 217,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Ottawa is seeking a passionate software developer in test to develop and execute automated tests for high-speed communication buses like PCIe, USB, and SDIO. The ideal candidate will have senior-level experience in embedded systems and strong programming skills in Python and C. Responsibilities include optimizing test cases and providing detailed test reports. The position offers a salary range of $108,750.00 - $158,750.00, along with a comprehensive benefits package and bonus incentives.

Benefits

Employee benefits including medical, dental, and retirement

Variable Incentive Pay (VIP) program

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in Python, C, and Shell scripting.
• Working knowledge of QNX or another embedded operating system.
• Experience in developing automated tests and testing tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute automated tests for high-speed communication buses.
• Analyze test results and debug observed issues.
• Create test reports based on the results.

Skills

Python

C

Shell scripting

Debugging

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Senior level experience in embedded test, design, and engineering

Tools

Linux

Continuous Integration systems (Jenkins, Hudson)

Version control systems (SVN, Git)

JIRA

Job description

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Job Description:

QNX enhances the human experience and amplifies technology-driven industries, providing a trusted foundation for software-defined businesses to thrive. The business leads the way in delivering safe and secure operating systems, hypervisors, middleware, solutions, and development tools, along with support and services delivered by trusted embedded software experts. With a focus on reducing hardware dependency and increasing efficiency, QNX empowers organizations to unlock new possibilities in areas like high-performance computing at the edge, standards-based virtualization technologies, and cloud enablement. QNX® technology has been deployed in the world’s most critical embedded systems, including more than 275 million vehicles on the road today. QNX® software is trusted across industries including automotive, medical devices, industrial controls, robotics, commercial vehicles, rail, and aerospace and defense.

Are you the person we are looking for?

The QNX PCIe \ USB Test Team is looking for a passionate software developer in test to develop and execute automated tests in the areas of high-speed communication busses (PCIe, USB, SDIO), serial drivers (SPI, CAN, I2C, etc.), and networking drivers.

You will have an understanding of how communication protocols, operating systems and device drivers work. You must be someone who enjoys debugging complex problems and must possess the ability to implement and craft new verification and validation techniques.

Why QNX?

• Industry Leader: Be part of a company powering the next generation of critical embedded systems.
• Innovation & Growth: Join a team that thrives on innovation and drives cutting-edge solutions.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with talented professionals across diverse functions.
• Solutions Impact: Your work will shape offerings that define the future of industry and intelligent systems.

You will:

• Provide focus on testing the high-speed communication buses for PCIe, USB, and/or SDIO.
• Work with PCIe, USB, BSP and driver development teams.
• Create or update test plans and test cases based on new product features, customer requirements or identified problems.
• Develop and optimize automated test cases with continuous improvements in coverage and efficiency.
• Provide solid traceability from software requirements to test cases to test results.
• Identify and run a series of tests against new software builds on reference and/or customer hardware.
• Analyze test results, debugging observed issues, generation of defect reports, verifying fixed issues, updating pre-existing defect reports.
• Create test reports based on test results for internal and external audiences with high attention to detail.

You will have:

• Senior level experience in embedded test, design, and engineering
• Strong programming skill in Python, C and Shell scripting
• Working knowledge of QNX or another embedded operating system
• Experience with test automation development
• Significant hands on experience using Linux
• Knowledge on how operating systems, CPU architectures and device drivers work.
• Knowledge of formal test theory and test methodology.
• Experience in developing automated tests and testing tools.
• Familiar with Continuous Integration build systems (Jenkins, Hudson)
• Familiar with source versioning, problem reporting and constant integration systems (SVN, Git, JIRA, Jenkins)
• Ability to work and participate in a team setting with an open, collaborative communication style
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills are necessary
• Enthusiasm, a passion for quality and a desire to learn about new technologies is a requirement!

Shape the Future of Embedded Solutions with QNX!

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation Hiring Base Salary Range:

$108,750.00 - $158,750.00

Please be advised that the compensation hiring range indicated herein is provided solely as a good-faith estimate of expected base compensation for the position. The actual compensation offered will be determined at the time of hire and is contingent upon multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated skills, and results of assessments conducted during the hiring process.

Bonus:

The BlackBerry Variable Incentive Pay (VIP) program is an organization-wide bonus incentive program which aims to reward full-time eligible employees for their contribution to BlackBerry’s success. VIP payments are made in addition to base salary and factor in company’s performance as a way for employees to share in BlackBerry’s achievements.

Benefits:

The BlackBerry Employee Benefits programs offer a wide range of benefits that support your physical, financial and personal well-being. BlackBerry remains committed to offering affordable benefits including coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, retirement, employee share purchase program and paid-time-off to those that meet the eligibility requirements.

Disclosure of Position Status:

This is an active opening. We are seeking to fill this position immediately

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence:

We donot use artificial intelligence (AI)to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by our hiring team.