We are seeking an experienced
Senior Software Developer
to join our engineering team. You will develop and maintain firmware for Epiphan Pearl professional video capture and streaming devices, including Pearl-2, Pearl Mini, Pearl Nexus, Pearl Nano, Pearl Flex, and virtualized solutions. This is a
Senior-level technical position
requiring expertise across embedded systems, web development, and multimedia processing.
Note :
This position is based in Ottawa, ON, and requires working from the office.
Who we are
Epiphan Video
empowers creators and businesses around the world to produce broadcast-quality content with intuitive, innovative and trusted hardware and cloud services. Epiphan solutions see use in numerous verticals, including education, live event production, corporate, government, and legal.
Key responsibilities
Develop REST API endpoints and web interfaces
Build video processing pipelines for capture, encoding, and streaming
Create touchscreen user interfaces using Qt / QML
Maintain and improve the firmware build system
Debug hardware integration issues
Optimize performance for real-time video processing
Write automated tests and participate in code reviews
Support multiple product variants from a shared codebase
Experience and qualifications
Must have
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
5+ years of software development experience
3+ years embedded Linux development experience, including cross-compilation, device drivers, and root filesystem customization
Strong proficiency in C / C++ for system-level and multimedia development
Hands-on experience with shell scripting for build automation
Experience with the Qt framework, including QtQuick and QML for GUI development
Understanding of RESTful API design, including creating and maintaining OpenAPI specifications
Proficiency with build systems such as CMake and Make, as well as RPM packaging and Docker-based build environments
Strong problem-solving skills in complex systems
Ability to work with legacy codebases
Nice to have
2+ years multimedia (video / audio) development experience
Previous experience working on firmware or embedded products
Familiarity with video production equipment and related workflows
Hands-on experience with multiple hardware platforms, such as ARM, x86, or FPGA-based systems
Experience developing API and business logic in PHP
Knowledge of ARM and x86 hardware architectures
Experience with FPGA integration in embedded or video-oriented systems
Understanding of video and audio processing, including codecs (H.264, HEVC, AAC) and streaming protocols (RTMP, RTSP, SRT, NDI)
Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines, such as Bitbucket Pipelines or similar tools
What We Offer
Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits
Friendly and Fun Work Environment
A Culture of Innovation, Prosperity, and Collaboration
Access to Cutting-Edge Technology
Opportunities for Professional Growth
Compensation
The hiring range for this position is $110,000–$140,000 annually, based on a 40-hour work week. Compensation within this range will be determined based on job-related skills, relevant experience, education, and training.
Why you should apply
We innovate
A career at Epiphan puts you at the forefront of AV innovation. We value ingenuity and seek ideas from every corner. Employees have room to experiment and take chances on never-before-seen solutions and workflows – because that’s how innovation happens.
We’re a team
When you join Epiphan, you become part of a tight-knit team of high-performing professionals. We collaborate within and across our departments daily, combining diverse skill sets and perspectives to achieve our goals.
Our people take precedence. We maintain an inclusive and open culture where respect and empathy take the lead and everyone has a voice. We set work aside for fun-filled social activities, offer competitive salaries and benefits, and insist on a healthy work / life balance for employees.
How to apply
Send your resume and cover letter tocareers@epiphan.com. Please include “Senior Software Developer” in the subject line.
We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Epiphan Video is an
equal opportunity employer , committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and treated fairly, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace by ensuring a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application process, please let us know.
As part of our commitment to a fair and transparent hiring process, Epiphan Video follows a human-centered approach to recruitment. All applications are reviewed by qualified members of our team, and hiring decisions are made thoughtfully based on each candidate’s skills, experience, and potential. All information collected is handled in accordance with applicable privacy legislation.
Epiphan Video complies with current employment standards that restrict the use of Canadian work experience requirements in job postings. Applicants will not be assessed based on whether their experience was obtained in Canada. All hiring decisions are based solely on relevant qualifications and role-specific competencies.
This posting is for an existing vacancy and is open to qualified external candidates.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but we can only contact those we intend to invite for an interview. No agencies, please.
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