C++ Developer

Job Title: Embedded C++ Software Engineer Job Description Join a Connected Vehicle Services platform team within an electric vehicle design and development organization to build and maintain the networking platform that enables connectivity features in modern vehicles. You will focus on developing C++ software at higher networking layers (primarily L3) to support vehicle-wide connectivity, including infotainment, remote services, and internal applications. This is a production-focused role where your work deploys directly into live vehicles, requiring a strong emphasis on code quality, reliability, and robust troubleshooting in a mission-critical environment. Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain C++ software that enables vehicle-wide connectivity features such as maps, media streaming applications, radio apps, climate control, remote door unlock, internal applications, and Android/Google integrations. • Implement and enhance networking-related software components operating primarily at higher networking layers (L3) to support platform-wide connectivity solutions. • Participate in bug triaging by analyzing issues, prioritizing fixes, and driving resolution for critical live production problems. • Troubleshoot complex, production-level software issues in embedded environments to ensure stable and reliable connectivity in vehicles. • Contribute to an ongoing, active production project by adding new features, improving existing functionality, and maintaining high standards of code quality. • Write robust, maintainable, and efficient C++ code that meets strict reliability and safety requirements for deployment into live vehicles. • Collaborate with an engineering team to design solutions, review code, and align on best practices for embedded networking software. • Work independently when needed, making sound technical judgments and owning tasks from requirements through development, testing, and deployment. • Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, implementation, unit and integration testing, debugging, and deployment to production systems. • Use Linux-based tools and terminal commands to develop, test, and debug embedded networking software. • Apply knowledge of Ethernet switch protocols, WLAN, or related connectivity technologies to support and enhance networking features. • Engage with cross-functional teams involved in Android connectivity, infotainment systems, or consumer electronics to ensure seamless integration of connectivity features. Essential Skills • 5+ years of professional software development experience in C++. • Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++11 or newer), including object-oriented design, memory management, and standard libraries. • Familiarity with Linux operating systems and terminal usage for development, debugging, and deployment tasks. • Experience across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering through development, testing, and deployment. • Clear communication skills to collaborate effectively with a distributed, engineering team. Assets: • Practical experience or exposure to networking concepts, especially L2/L3 networking, sockets, or Netlink. • Exposure to networking concepts such as TCP/IP and transport protocols. • Experience working with Ethernet in embedded or networking-focused environments. • Exposure to Ubuntu or similar Linux distributions for development and testing. • Android experience, either in UI or embedded development, with both being particularly valuable. • Basic familiarity with Java to support integrations or collaboration with Android and connectivity teams. • Experience with Android connectivity, infotainment systems, or consumer electronics development. • Experience working on mission-critical or large-scale production systems used by a broad user base. • Interest in connected vehicle systems and modern electric vehicle platforms Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Ottawa, ON. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $62.21/hr. 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