Senior Software Engineer

PDW • Quinte West, ON

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the design and implementation of significant software features and subsystems. The ideal candidate will make sound technical decisions independently, navigate ambiguity with confidence, and collaborate closely with Product, Design, and other engineering teams to shape requirements and delivery plans. This role involves mentoring junior and mid-level engineers, identifying and addressing performance bottlenecks, architectural weaknesses, and security gaps. The Senior Software Engineer will also contribute to and enforce coding standards, development processes, and engineering best practices, while supporting field deployments, product demonstrations, and hands-on debugging. A key aspect of this role is driving continuous improvement in code quality, reliability, and system performance.

Requirements

• Advanced software development skills in C++, with strong command of performance optimization, memory management, and modern programming standards.
• Proven experience designing and delivering complex, production-quality software systems.
• Hands-on experience with embedded Linux, Android, or similar platforms.
• Experience building responsive UI systems, preferably with Qt/QML, and integrating with backend systems via REST and JSON.
• Strong command of software development processes including agile, CI/CT/CD, and code review practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to articulate technical decisions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, with 5–8 years of professional software development experience.

Nice To Haves

• Extensive hands-on experience with the Qt framework including QtWidgets, QML, and the Qt meta-object system.
• Demonstrated success deploying cross-platform applications on Windows, Linux, and/or Android using Qt.
• Background or direct experience with UAVs, aircraft, robotics, or autonomous systems.
• Strong knowledge of build systems and toolchains including CMake, QMake, and multi-platform compiler configuration.
• Proficiency with Git branching strategies, tagging, and collaborative development workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of significant software features and subsystems.
• Make sound technical decisions independently, navigating ambiguity with confidence.
• Collaborate closely with Product, Design, and other engineering teams to shape requirements and delivery plans.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews, pair programming, and technical guidance.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks, architectural weaknesses, and security gaps.
• Contribute to and enforce coding standards, development processes, and engineering best practices.
• Support field deployments, product demonstrations, and hands-on debugging in real-world conditions.
• Drive continuous improvement in code quality, reliability, and system performance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, and vision coverage; 80% sponsored by the company.
• Safe Harbor 401(K) with company match.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• A work environment that encourages teamwork and innovation.
• Employer provided life insurance.
• Robust Employee Assistant Program (EAP).
• Competitive salary, generous paid time off (PTO), and flexible leave options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior