QNX Principal Systems Software Developer

TL;DR

QNX Principal Systems Software Developer (QNX/C++): Design, develop, and enhance system-level software including compilers, command-line utilities, runtime libraries, and developer tooling with an accent on low-level systems components and developer-facing platform evolution. Focus on solving complex technical problems across the software stack and collaborating on architecture and long-term technical strategy for mission-critical embedded applications.

Company

hirify.global develops safe and secure operating systems, hypervisors, middleware, and development tools for software-defined embedded businesses.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and enhance system-level software: compilers, command-line utilities, runtime libraries, and developer tooling.
• Build solutions enabling customers to deliver high-performance, reliable, and secure embedded applications.
• Investigate and solve complex technical problems across the software stack, from low-level components to developer-facing tools.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers to define product requirements, architecture, and long-term technical strategy.
• Participate in design and code reviews to drive technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Continuously expand expertise in compiler technologies, operating systems, embedded development, and software engineering best practices.

Requirements

• Strong software development experience in C and/or C++.
• Understanding of embedded software development concepts and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for challenging technical issues.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills for technical discussions and architecture design.
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on technology at the core of embedded and real-time systems.
• Collaborate with experts in operating systems, compilers, and systems software.
• Base salary range: $131,250.00–$181,250.00.
• Full-time benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, retirement, employee share purchase program, and paid-time-off.
• Organization-wide bonus program (VIP) for eligible full-time employees.

Hiring process

• Applications are reviewed and evaluated by the hiring team.
• Compensation and final offer depend on qualifications and results of assessments during the hiring process.

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Salary: $131,250.00 - $181,250.00 (base)