Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Join Us as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer!

At ORBCOMM, we are seeking a

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

to play a key role in designing and enhancing the embedded software that powers our global IoT solutions. You’ll collaborate closely with senior engineering leaders, drive improvements to our modem network stack SDKs, and take ownership of critical development tools and processes. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact product architecture, lead technical initiatives, and make a measurable difference in how millions of devices communicate across our global network.

Why You’ll Love Working Here :

At ORBCOMM, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that’s driving innovation in global IoT and satellite communications. We foster a culture of continuous learning, creative problem-solving, and technical excellence. You’ll play a critical role in developing the embedded software that powers our global IoT solutions. You’ll work closely with senior engineering leaders, take ownership of high-impact initiatives, and help shape the architecture of mission-critical systems. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges and building reliable, scalable embedded solutions, you’ll thrive here.

With a flexible hybrid work schedule, you can enjoy the best of both worlds—collaborating onsite at our Ottawa, Canada office while also benefiting from the flexibility of remote work.

What You’ll Do :

Maintain and enhance ORBCOMM’s modem network stack SDKs (IDP and OGx) to ensure performance, stability, and scalability.

Manage and update key developer tools, including IAR licenses, GitHub repositories, Jira workflows, and Jenkins pipelines, to support efficient development and deployment.

Create clear, comprehensive documentation and provide technical guidance to developers, resolving software issues and supporting integration.

Collaborate directly with the Principal Software Engineer, gaining mentorship while contributing to architectural decisions and product-level design.

Lead development initiatives, partnering with project managers to prioritize work, deliver high-quality solutions, and ensure successful execution.

Who You Are :

You’re a strategic thinker with a knack for operational excellence, ready to tackle multiple priorities with agility and grace. If you have :

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

Extensive experience as an embedded software engineer, including network stack development and hands-on work with embedded systems and developer tools.

Proficiency with IAR, GitHub, Jira, Jenkins, and other development and build tools.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities across complex embedded environments.

Detail-oriented and committed to writing clean, maintainable, high-quality code.

Ability to own complex projects, lead development activities, and work independently when needed.

Strong communication and mentoring skills, with the ability to support and guide cross-functional teams.

Interest in growing into product architecture responsibilities and contributing to long-term technical strategy.

Ability to leverage AI-enabled tools and automation to enhance productivity, with a commitment to continuous learning in digital and AI literacy.

Then we want to meet you!

About Us :

At ORBCOMM, we’re pioneers in IoT technology that drives innovation and empowers our clients to make data-driven decisions. Our industry-leading solutions enable customers to boost productivity, streamline operations, and increase their bottom line. With over 30 years of experience and the most comprehensive solution portfolio in the industry, we enable the management of millions of assets worldwide across diverse sectors, including transportation, heavy industries, satellite, and maritime. Discover how ORBCOMM is transforming industries and unlocking the potential of data to drive meaningful change at www.orbcomm.com!

Ready to Join Us?

We believe that our people are our greatest asset. Your skills and passion can help us achieve remarkable things! If you’re seeking a thrilling career opportunity in a vibrant, growth-oriented environment, ORBCOMM is the perfect fit for you.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and appreciate all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At ORBCOMM, we are also dedicated to ensuring accessibility and are pleased to offer accommodations for individuals with disabilities upon request throughout all aspects of the selection process.

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