Software Engineer

Evertz Microsystems Limited; Burlington; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer funded benefits program

Competitive total compensation package

Work-Life Balance

Employee assistance plan

Employee Discount Platform

Career Progression

Casual Work Environment

Social Events and Sports Teams

Onsite Counsellor

Job summary

Evertz Microsystems Limited in Burlington, Ontario, is seeking software engineers to develop innovative technologies for media entertainment. You will work in a dynamic environment, applying your skills to enhance broadcast solutions. The role involves teamwork and creativity, embedded in a culture that prioritizes employee growth.

With a competitive compensation package and additional benefits, Evertz is committed to maintaining a work-life balance while fostering professional development within the company.

Qualifications

• Proficient in C/C++ programming and software development.
• Strong knowledge of Linux environments and networking.
• Experience with multithreading and scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop software solutions for tailored customer applications.
• Collaborate with a team to enhance media entertainment technology.
• Problem-solve complex issues in media operations.

Skills

C/C++

Git

Gcc/make

Linux environment

Scripting (sh, bash, python)

Multithreading

Networking (sockets, TCP/UDP/RTP, multicast/unicast)

Shared memory

Job description

Scope

Our software engineers develop next generation technologies that enable the creation of media entertainment that you enjoy at home or on the go. Our software plays a significant role in producing and delivering your favourite sports, shows and movies. Anything you watch on TV or stream online, there's a good chance Evertz software is behind the scenes making it happen.

When you join our team, you will immediately begin developing software that ships. While doing so, you will apply your academic and professional backgrounds to interesting and challenging problems. Your software will be used by skilled media professionals in critical media operations around the world. This is your opportunity to be part of an exciting industry that is undergoing rapid technological advancement.

Our employment philosophy is simple. Hire extremely talented people, give them opportunities to make a positive impact and nurture their need for challenge and growth.

Our work philosophy is simple, too. We emphasize teamwork, promote creativity and enjoy being at the leading edge of high‑tech in our industry. We offer excellent compensation and generous benefits along with a team of intelligent professionals that will help you succeed.

Your work will mainly involve developing solutions for tailored customer applications, use‑cases, and systems.

Required Skills

• C/C++
• Git
• Gcc/make
• Linux environment
• Scripting (sh, bash, python)
• Multithreading
• Networking (sockets, TCP/UDP/RTP, multicast/unicast)
• Shared memory

Recommended Skills

• Image properties (fourcc, colour space, HDR/SDR)
• Video codecs (H.264, H.265, JPEG2000, JPEG-XS, DnXHD, ProRes)
• Media containers (MPEG-TS, mov, mxf)
• Broadcast production (SDI, SMPTE ST2110, timecode, NLE)
• Time systems and time distribution (UTC/TAI, IEEE1588, SMPTE ST2059, leap seconds)
• Network streaming (SRT, RIST)
• Processing acceleration (SIMD/SSE/AVX, CUDA, OpenCL)

Optional Skills

• Linux kernel knowledge (drivers, networking, filesystems, memory management, tracing)
• FFmpeg
• Matrox DSX SDK
• NewTek NDI SDK
• Linux packaging/distribution (dpkg-deb, debootstrap, pbuilder, rootfs

What we Offer

• Employer funded benefits program
• Competitive total compensation package
• Work-Life Balance
• Employee assistance plan
• Employee Discount Platform
• Career Progression
• Casual Work Environment
• Social Events and Sports Teams
• Onsite Counsellor

Location

Burlington, Ontario

Hours

Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Vacancy

This is a newly created position

Salary Range

$50,000 to $90,000 per year, based on experience

About Evertz Microsystems

Evertz is a global leader in broadcast technology, delivering cutting‑edge hardware and software solutions that deliver content to television sets, on‑demand services, WebTV, IPTV, and mobile devices (like phones and tablets) worldwide. Trusted by major broadcast facilities, telcos, and satellite providers on every continent, we're known for end‑to‑end innovation that sets the industry standard.

Canadian‑headquartered with offices around the world, Evertz has 2,000+ employees and has been recognized as one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies — a testament to our commitment to excellence and global impact.

Join a team where your work shapes the future of broadcast and new media industries.

Equal Opportunity

Evertz is committed to equal opportunity employment. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities — please notify HR when scheduling your interview.