Posted 6 months ago
Software Developer (Geolocation)
@ Octasic Inc.
Montréal, Quebec
Overview
Octasic Inc. is hiring a Software Developer for its Geolocation software division to build and enhance vehicular and airborne geolocation systems. The work covers C/C++, Python and Rust development, simulators, testing and customer issue resolution on a Scrum team. The posting offers competitive compensation, work-life balance and a Canadian security clearance requirement.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop and implement software in C/C++, Python and Rust
- Develop simulators and test frameworks to validate system functionality
- Perform unit, module and system-level testing
- Conduct peer reviews and investigate customer-reported issues
- Participate in Scrum ceremonies and design discussions
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Master's preferred)
- 3 to 5 years of real-time embedded software development
- Proficiency in C/C++; Python or Rust beneficial
- Strong signal processing and wireless systems understanding
- Eligible to obtain a Canadian security clearance
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-05-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Software development |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office, Laboratory |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Electronics and Communication Engineering |
| Security clearance | Other clearance |
| Perks mentioned | Stock or equity, Employee discount, Wellness, Transit support, Free or discounted meals |
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Octasic Inc.
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We solve complex real-world wireless and media processing designs
Full company description
Octasic Inc. is a global provider of media and wireless baseband processing silicon and software solutions for the converged carrier, enterprise and end-point communication equipment markets. The company’s leading quality VoIP, HD video and multi-standard wireless basestation multi-core DSP solutions are based on Opus, a unique asynchronous DSP architecture. Founded in 1998, Octasic is a privately-held company headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with offices in Cyprus and India.
- LinkedIn followers
- 11,460
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 191
- Reported office locations
- 2901 Rue Rachel E, 30, MONTREAL, Québec H1W 4A4, CA
- 1027 25th Main Road, 1st, Bangalore, Karnataka 560102, IN
- Themis Court, 1 Anastasiou Sioukri, Unit 402, Limassol, Limassol PC. 3105, CY
- Business categories
- Semiconductor
- Telecommunications
- Wireless
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Octasic
- Specialties
- Telecommunications
- Wireless
- Software
- and hardware
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 16,500,000
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Octasic Inc. is a global provider of media and wireless baseband processing silicon and software solutions for the converged carrier, enterprise and end-point communication equipment markets. The company’s leading quality VoIP, HD video and multi-standard wireless basestation multi-core DSP solutions are based on Opus, a unique asynchronous DSP architecture. Founded in 1998, Octasic is a privately-held company…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Telecommunications |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | MONTREAL, Québec |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1998 |
| Specialties | TelecommunicationsWirelessSoftwareand hardware |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 48 |
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Founded in 1998, Octasic is a privately held company headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with Research and Development facilities in Canada and India and a global sales support network. Octasic is a leading provider of SoCs (System on Chip), software and hardware integrated platforms for the global wireless and multimedia gateway markets. Our hardware and software platforms are the foundation for next-generation wireless systems for Defense, Law Enforcement and National Security Agencies.
We choose Octasic for:
- A workplace at the cutting edge of technology to be in contact with wireless technology experts in a growing company;
- Competitive compensation (salaries, benefits, gym membership discount, stock options purchase program, public transit reimbursement, shower on the premises and beverages and snacks free every day);
- Work-life balance;
- Friendly and collaborative work atmosphere and many social activities all year long;
- Working for a company involved in its community;
- Proximity to various public transportation services (Angus Shuttle, 10 min. walk from Prefontaine station).
About the role:
Octasic is seeking a skilled Software Developer to join its Geolocation software development division. In this role, you will contribute to the advancement of Octasic’s geolocation product line, including cutting-edge vehicular and airborne geolocation systems, while enhancing existing software solutions.
What you'll do:
- Design, develop and implement software using C/C++, Python, and Rust;
- Develop software simulators and test frameworks to validate system functionality;
- Perform comprehensive validation through unit, module, and system-level testing;
- Conduct peer reviews to ensure code quality, consistency, and reduced defect rates;
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and product value;
- Actively participate in Scrum ceremonies and design discussions;
- Investigate customer-reported issues, propose solutions, and implement fixes;
- Support rapid prototyping, including hardware-level work using discrete components when required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Master’s preferred);
- 3–5 years of experience in real-time embedded software development;
- Experience with wireless physical layer technologies (e.g., GSM, UMTS, LTE, 5G) is an advantage;
- Knowledge of RADAR systems, GPS technologies, and Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) is a plus;
- Strong understanding of signal processing, communication fundamentals, and wireless systems;
- Familiarity with RF system principles (e.g., noise figure, sensitivity, antennas) is desirable;
- Proficiency in C/C++; experience with Python or Rust is beneficial;
- Demonstrated ability to write efficient, optimized, and maintainable code;
- Solid foundation in mathematics (algebra, trigonometry, calculus, etc.);
- Understanding wireless technologies is beneficial;
- Eligible to obtain a Canadian security clearance.
Assets:
- Hands-on mindset with willingness to perform field testing;
- Ability to build quick prototypes when required.
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