Software Developer

Software Developer

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week

Experience: 5+ years relevant experience

Work Authorization: Canadian Citizens & Permanent Residents (PR) only

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Software Developer with strong hands-on experience in Python, C, and C++. All three programming languages are mandatory.

The ideal candidate will have experience developing software components, microservices, APIs, database integrations, secure software, testing automation, and modern DevOps practices.

Key ResponsibilitiesSoftware Development

• Design and implement Java-based software components for the LCC subsystem.
• Develop and maintain software using Python, C, and C++.
• Utilize containerized microservices architecture using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Integrate SQL-based data storage and clustering features.
• Apply cryptographic libraries for secure data handling.
• Develop and maintain gRPC and REST API interfaces.
• Work with data formats including JSON, YAML, XML, and Protobuf.

Collaboration & Design

• Work with senior developers, architects, and engineering managers to translate architectural requirements into working software components.
• Participate in weekly design and technical discussions.
• Propose and review technical solutions.
• Prepare design documentation.
• Participate in code inspections and implementation reviews.

Testing & Automation

• Define and implement unit tests for software components.
• Support Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) initiatives and automation.
• Collaborate with QA teams to develop BDD feature definitions using Gherkin syntax.
• Translate acceptance criteria into executable test scenarios.
• Work with BDD tools and frameworks such as Cucumber.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant software development experience.
• 5+ years of Python experience – Mandatory.
• 5+ years of C experience – Mandatory.
• 5+ years of C++ experience – Mandatory.
• Experience with Java development.
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with SQL databases.
• Familiarity with cryptographic libraries and secure coding practices.
• Proficiency in gRPC and REST APIs.
• Experience with JSON, YAML, XML, and Protobuf.
• Experience with unit testing and automation.
• Experience with BDD/Cucumber/Gherkin is highly preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• CI/CD pipelines
• DevOps practices
• Agile/Scrum methodologies