Senior Engineer I - Algorithm Developer

Microchip Technology Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop innovative network synchronization solutions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and over 3 years of relevant experience in embedded software development. Responsibilities include architecting and developing software components, collaborating with product management, and working in Agile environments. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from CAD 86,000 to 186,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Health benefits

Retirement savings plans

Quarterly bonus payments

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional embedded software development experience.
• Hands-on experience with Agile software development practices.
• Experience with network synchronization protocols is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and rigorously test software components for network synchronization products.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional solutions.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve complex network synchronization issues.

Skills

C programming

Python programming

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Tools

Linux

Atlassian tools

Job description

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Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 20,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology, Inc.

People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.

Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.

Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer to join our Network Synchronization Software Group, where you will play a key role in developing solutions that power next-generation communications and infrastructure. As part of our passionate and innovative team, you will collaborate with experts across disciplines to design, develop, and deliver products that set new industry standards for precision time and frequency sync over packet networks. Your expertise will help shape the future of network synchronization technology, driving advancements that impact global connectivity. If you thrive in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join us and be part of a team that values continuous learning, professional growth, and technical excellence.

Requirements / Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Development : Architect, develop, and rigorously test software components for network synchronization products, including hardware drivers, IEEE-1588 protocol layers, and advanced phase recovery algorithms.
• Collaboration : Partner with cross-functional teams—Product Management, UX / UI Design, and QA—to deliver exceptional, integrated synchronization solutions.
• Continuous Improvement : Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices; actively share knowledge and insights with the team.
• Problem Solving : Identify, diagnose, and resolve complex network synchronization issues and software bugs.
• Documentation : Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for network designs, codebases, and development processes.
• Agile Participation : Engage in the full Agile software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering through deployment and ongoing maintenance.
• Process Enhancement : Contribute to the ongoing improvement of development processes, tools, and team workflows.

Qualifications

• Education : Minimum of a Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience : Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional embedded software development experience.
• Technical Skills : Proficiency in C and Python programming languages.
• Methodologies : Hands-on experience with Agile software development practices.
• Soft Skills : Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Experience

• Network synchronization protocols, such as IEEE 1588 PTP, and PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) design.
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence and machine learning principles.
• Experience with Linux, Atlassian tools, static / dynamic analysis and security scanning tools.

Travel Time

0% - 25%

Pay Range

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading IESPP program with a 6-month look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below :

Benefits of working at Microchip

The annual base salary range for this position is 86,000 - 186,000.

• Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

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Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

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