Senior Network Software Engineer — SAOS 10X (Embedded Linux)

Ciena; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 118,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Ottawa is seeking an experienced software developer to join their Routing & Switching team. You'll develop embedded software for next-gen networks, engaging with product owners and architects. This role requires over 12 years of experience in networking software development, proficiency in C/C++, and strong problem-solving skills. A collaborative and people-first culture awaits you, along with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(K) with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid sick leave and vacation time

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in software development for networking products.
• Strong programming skills in scripting languages and C/C++.
• Experience in developing drivers for Intel x86-64 & ARM processors.
• Familiarity with build systems (Make, CMake, Meson/Ninja).
• Experience with container design and related ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software for SAOS 10X products.
• Engage with Product Owners and System Architects.
• Troubleshoot software and performance issues.
• Work with firmware and low-level software.
• Identify software performance improvements.
• Influence software architecture.

Skills

Scripting (bash, Python)

C/C++ programming

Linux OS knowledge

Collaboration and communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Tools

Git

Jira

CI/CD tools (Jenkins)

Docker

Yocto project knowledge

Job description

A leading technology firm in Ottawa is seeking an experienced software developer to join their Routing & Switching team. You'll develop embedded software for next-gen networks, engaging with product owners and architects. This role requires over 12 years of experience in networking software development, proficiency in C/C++, and strong problem-solving skills. A collaborative and people-first culture awaits you, along with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.