Senior Software Developer (Job Req #2025-033)

Ross Video; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video technology company in Ottawa is seeking a developer to join their Virtual Switchers team. You will work on cloud-native applications for real-time video processing, collaborate with an exceptional team, and push the boundaries of video technology. Ideal candidates will have strong programming skills in languages like C++ or Go, and experience with cloud technologies and DevOps practices. This role offers competitive salary, flexible hours, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Paid time off

Fitness/wellness allowance

Employee share ownership program

Development support

Fun social activities

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing real-time video applications in a cloud environment.
• Expert level programming experience in C++, Go, Rust or equivalent languages.
• Knowledge of microservices architectures and OO principles.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the full software development lifecycle.
• Develop cloud-native components for live video production.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams on deployment and operation.

Skills

Cloud technologies (AWS, GCP, Azure)

C++, Go, Rust

Docker

Kubernetes

DevOps practices

Problem solving skills

Job description

Why Work at Ross Video? We have a great group of people working together to create and deliver cutting edge products that look amazing and are easy to use. We go all out so that our customers can have the best possible experience and achieve quality results. With a product focus, continual learning, results driven processes, and creative thinking, we constantly strive to improve our solutions and to deliver results. If you've ever watched live television, news, sports, or entertainment, you've seen our products in use. All of the major Hollywood award shows, most professional sports teams, and many of the largest broadcasters in the world use Ross Video technology. Get behind the scenes and learn about what it takes to make live events possible. If that resonates, and you’re someone with integrity, commitment, and a strong drive to deliver great products, we’d love to hear from you.

Job overview

Join Ross' groundbreaking Virtual Switchers team and immerse yourself in the future of real-time video processing! We are on the cutting edge of cloud-based technology, shaping the future of live video production. As a developer, you'll have the opportunity to work with an exceptional team, developing the next generation of video switchers and processing engines that power some of the most innovative and high-profile live productions across the globe.

This is not just another development job – it's a chance to push the boundaries of cloud-native applications, low-latency processing, and high-performance video streaming. You’ll be at the forefront of designing solutions that process video in real-time for broadcast, sports, and entertainment. You will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry to solve complex problems and implement cutting-edge solutions that change the way people create live content.

At Ross Video, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation and growth, where your ideas can truly make an impact. If you’re passionate about working on challenging projects and bringing your vision to life in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment, this is the perfect role for you!

Who you report to

Senior Manager, Technical Product Management (TPM) - Virtualized Switchers

What we offer

Ross offers competitive salaries, comprehensive health plans, and several perks to help you perform at your best. Some of these perks include flexible hours, generous paid time off, fitness/wellness allowance, an employee share ownership program, development support, and a ton of fun social activities and events! Best of all, you will be part of the Ross Video family, and we've got an energizing environment here.

What the job is all about

• Participate in the full software development lifecycle – requirements gathering, scoping, design, implementation, automation, testing, and maintenance.
• Develop cloud-native components of our live video production products.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure seamless deployment and operation of cloud-based services.
• Evaluate modern technologies and their suitability in making our products successful.
• Keep your knowledge current.
• Ensure that code, infrastructure, scripts, meet the highest levels of security at all phases of development and production.

Who you are

• Knowledge of cloud technologies like AWS, GCP, Azure.
• Proven experience developing, managing and deploying cloud-based real-time video applications.
• Expert level programming experience in C++, Go, Rust or equivalent languages.
• Experience with Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of what it takes to architect robust, scalable and easy to maintain cloud solutions.
• Knowledge of microservices architectures.
• Knowledge of OO principles and software architecture in general.
• Experience with DevOps practices and the DevOps culture.
• Good problem solving skills.

Bonus points if you have the following

• Knowledge of GPU programming platforms (OpenCL, Cuda, Vulkan, etc.)
• Experienced in designing user friendly web APIs using principles like REST or GraphQL.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At Ross, we embrace diversity, and we want you to bring your authentic self to work. We are committed to building a team that includes a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Inclusivity drives innovation and creativity, and that’s something we’re passionate about at Ross! We believe everyone should be able to enjoy a rewarding career at Ross, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability. If a disability means that you need any additional support during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.