C++ Software Engineer, Linux Embedded Systems

Job Description

C++ Software Engineer, Linux Embedded Systems

Join an agile software development team focused on vehicle connectivity systems, delivering functionality that directly impacts the end customer experience. We are seeking a skilled C++ Developer with strong POSIX and Linux experience to contribute high quality software, support debugging efforts, and help drive successful releases of software running in customer vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain C++ applications within a Linux environment
• Contribute to embedded development work across the product
• Adhere to coding standards and best practices to ensure code quality and maintainability, using C++11 or newer
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to gather requirements, design solutions, and implement features
• Contribute to the improvement of development processes and tools
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects
• Write clear and concise documentation
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Proactively identify and address potential technical challenges

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in POSIX development on Linux; experience with specific POSIX APIs such as pthreads, sockets, and signal handling is highly desirable
• Strong proficiency in C++ programming, including modern C++ features (C++11 and beyond)
• Experience with version control systems such as Git
• Experience with debugging and profiling tools such as gdb and valgrind
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with Agile development methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban
• Experience with build systems such as CMake or Make
• Experience with testing frameworks such as gtest, ptest, or c unit
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker
• Experience with specific Linux distributions such as Ubuntu

Education

Bachelor's Degree required

Contract duration: 12 months 
Office policy: 4 times x week in the office- Ottawa
 

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