QNX - Embedded Software Development Student, Sensor Framework

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QNX is a world leader in the embedded software that drives many of the world's most interesting products. From space cameras to nuclear reactors to autonomous vehicles and sophisticated medical devices, QNX provides the foundation operating system that runs these systems.

Position Summary

The BlackBerry QNX Sensor Framework team is building a framework to facilitate the development of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and other systems that make use of cameras and sensors. The framework facilitates the access to cameras and other sensors such as LIDAR, radar and GPS/IMU through simple C APIs. It provides sample applications and provides graphical visualization and playback/record of the sensor data. We are looking for skilled software developers with an interest in working with advanced technology to help with the development of this framework.

Location: Kanata, Ottawa

Length of Term: 4 to 8 Months

Salary: Dependent on number of academic terms and co-op placements completed

What you will do:

• Add support for new cameras or sensors to the framework

• Develop new embedded software written primarily in C and C++

• Add support for the framework on new hardware platforms (SOCs)

• Add support for new features and APIs in the framework

• Create or modify existing sample applications

• Root cause and fix issues with the framework

Who we are looking for:

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in a related field / discipline

• Experience with C/C++ coding

• Experience in embedded software development and real-time OS is an asset

• Device driver experience on any platform is an asset (DMA, interrupts, memory mapping, etc)

• Technical understanding of computer vision, image processing, graphics is an asset

• Excellent communication skills

• Self motivated, completing personal software projects considered an asset

Why Join QNX?

• Mentorship & Learning: Access to professional development courses, mentorship programs, and our on-demand learning platform
• Wellness Support: Access to events that support physical, mental and financial wellness. We host wellness sessions, fitness courses, discounts to local gyms and offer a 24/7 Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Collaborative Culture: Highly collaborative teams and a supportive workplace environment, with organization-wide events and a student social committee
• Employee Perks: Enjoy snacks, beverages, and discounts at local stores, restaurants, and gyms

At QNX, it all starts with you

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Please be advised that the compensation hiring range indicated herein is provided solely as a good-faith estimate of anticipated base compensation for the position. The actual base compensation offered will be determined at the time of hire and will depend on several factors, including but not limited to the student’s completed academic coursework, prior co-op work terms, relevant practical experience, demonstrated skills, and performance in any required evaluations during the hiring process.

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Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence:

We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by our hiring team.