Software Developer - Greater Ottawa Metropolitan Area

If you enjoy being on the bleeding edge of innovation, we are looking for you We need a · C/C++ Developer (Linux) · to assist with the modernization of our mission critical application. · MDS designs and builds highly complex multi-million-dollar gas turbine engine test facilitie ...

Job description

If you enjoy being on the bleeding edge of innovation, we are looking for you We need a
C/C++ Developer (Linux)
to assist with the modernization of our mission critical application.

MDS designs and builds highly complex multi-million-dollar gas turbine engine test facilities all over the world. Validating new turbomachinery products like the engines that power your home, take you on vacation, or deliver your online orders which is an enormous and complex feat.

We see tremendous opportunity in the power of data analytics, and with our flagship product, we're stepping deeper into the world of Big Data and the Internet of Things (IoT). Our nxDAS platform is network-based, scalable, and plug-and-play, delivering data at lightning speed while remaining intuitive and user-friendly. This gives organizations the confidence to make effective, real-time, data-driven decisions.

If you're looking to make a direct impact across multiple industries, this is the place for you. MDS is the global leader in gas turbine engine testing, and nxDAS is positioned to become the future of data acquisition across many sectors.

What you'll be doing:

• Participate in a software development team that produces new features for MDS' data acquisition software for testing Gas Turbine Engines.
• Be part of an independent team and take ownership of features in a cutting-edge development environment
• Software development programming over the full development life cycle, including design, code and test.
• Work with product managers and clients to ensure that software meets all the specification requirements.
• Collaborate with your team to ensure the best possible standards are met by participating in design and code reviews in a continuous improvement loop.
• Support the integration and formal testing of the software as deployed on customer systems.

What'll help your success?

Core Technical Skills

• 5+ years of experience
  developing high-performance, real-time, or distributed software systems (e.g., data acquisition, instrumentation, control systems, telecom, or similar domains).
• Exceptional candidates with strong relevant experience may be considered with fewer years.
• Strong proficiency in
  C/C++
  , including development for
  multi-threaded, low-latency, and deterministic systems
  .
• Solid understanding of
  Linux system programming
  , including:
• concurrency and synchronization
• memory management
• IPC mechanisms
• networking fundamentals
• familiarity with kernel/driver concepts (asset)
• Experience with modern development workflows, including:
• Git and version-control best practices
• CI/CD pipelines
• automated testing frameworks
• AI-assisted coding, debugging, and code-quality tools (use is encouraged)

Distributed Systems & Networking

• Understanding of
  publisher/subscriber (pub/sub) architectures
  , data-distribution patterns, and service-to-service communication models.
• Knowledge of networking and communication protocols, including:
• TCP/IP, UDP
• sockets programming
• multicast communication
• time-synchronized messaging (asset)
• Experience with high-rate data streaming, messaging systems, or telecom concepts is an asset.

UI, Visualization & Tooling (Assets)

• Experience with
  Qt
  or
  QML
  for desktop application development.
• Familiarity with data visualization, monitoring dashboards, or analysis tools.

Supporting Technologies (Assets)

• Experience with alternative architectures such as ARM or PowerPC.
• Knowledge of
  XML
  , schema-driven configuration, or structured data formats.
• Understanding of
  SQL
  and relational database concepts.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Bash.

Who are we looking for?

You have:

• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum software development environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical topics.
• Solid interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
• A degree in Computer Science or Software/Computer Engineering.

We're looking for someone who…

• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and are always looking for new challenges
• Is ready to fully immerse yourself in all aspects of the product
• Understands the value your work brings to the customer and can communicate well with developers and stakeholders
• Will not be afraid to challenge the norm and strive to deliver only the best solutions to our customers
• Can bring new knowledge to the team and help take us to the next level of excellence

What's in it for you?

• We live, sleep and breathe our corporate values:
  We communicate for ENGAGEMENT; We operate as ONE TEAM; We act PROMPTLY and with PURPOSE; We OWN the outcome; We play the LONG GAME
• No matter who you are or where you're from, we welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives. We believe in teamwork. We're better, together.
• We strive to foster personal and professional growth by providing all employees with internal career advancement.

On top of that, MDS offers the following:

• Canada's Best Managed companies (Platinum member)
• Employee bonus program
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Health spending account
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Positive and flexible work environment
• Opportunity for career advancement
• Strong focus on learning and development
• Company events including family holiday party, employee events, executive - led coffee talks, team gatherings, and so much more
• Inclusive workforce

Join our team and be an integral part of an innovative work environment that values your contributions.

MDS is an equal opportunity employer. MDS does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, mental or physical disability, religion, sex or national origin or ethnic origin.

MDS Aero Support is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates who meet or exceed our requirements, are legally eligible to work in Canada, are eligible for Controlled Goods, and do not require sponsorship will be contacted.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We use AI tools solely to assist with drafting and improving the wording of our job postings. AI is not used at any stage of candidate screening, résumé review, or hiring decision-making. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.

Telephone calls not accepted from candidates or agencies.