IT & Software

Linux Acquisition Software Development

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Ottawa · On · Canada


  • Design, implement, and maintain acquisition software components for Linux platforms

  • Develop and maintain Linux kernel drivers for frame grabbers and GigE Vision acquisition devices

  • Develop user-space libraries, APIs, SDK components, and GenTL producers

  • Optimize software performance, memory usage, and throughput for high-bandwidth image acquisition systems

  • Investigate and resolve complex issues involving hardware, drivers, operating systems, and customer applications

  • Support integration with GenICam, GenTL, GigE Vision, CoaXPress, and Camera Link HS standards

  • Create, maintain, and execute automated software tests

  • Develop unit tests, integration tests, and system-level validation suites

  • Improve software test coverage and quality metrics

  • Perform root-cause analysis and debugging of software defects

  • Utilize static code analysis, sanitizers, and other quality assurance tools

  • Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and cybersecurity assessments

  • Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automated build systems

  • Develop scripting and automation tools using Python and shell scripting

  • Support software packaging, deployment, and installation on Linux distributions

  • Leverage and evaluate AI-assisted development tools and technologies

  • Apply AI techniques for log analysis, test generation, anomaly detection, and software engineering workflows

  • Work closely with hardware, FPGA, product management, QA, and customer support teams

  • Participate in technical discussions, project planning, and architecture reviews

  • Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing


Requirements



  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or equivalent experience

  • Strong software development experience in C and C++

  • Programming experience in Python

  • Experience developing software on Linux platforms

  • Experience with multithreaded and concurrent software development

  • Experience debugging complex software issues in Linux environments

  • Understanding of Linux system internals and operating system concepts

  • Knowledge of source control (Git), code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration

  • Experience developing and maintaining unit tests

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative multidisciplinary team environment

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

  • Experience developing Linux kernel drivers

  • Experience with PCIe, DMA, interrupt handling, and high-performance I/O systems

  • Experience with Ethernet protocols

  • Experience with machine vision, image acquisition, or industrial automation systems

  • Familiarity with GenICam, GenTL, GigE Vision, Camera Link HS, CoaXPress, or similar imaging standards

  • Experience with static analysis and security-focused development practices

  • Experience using sanitizers such as ASAN, TSAN, and UBSAN

  • Experience with automated test frameworks and test-driven development (TDD)

  • Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and secure software development lifecycle

  • Experience with Docker, virtualization, or cloud-based development environments

  • Experience using AI-assisted coding, testing, and software development tools

  • Knowledge of GPU architecture and programming


Core Competencies


Demonstrates expertise in developing and maintaining software components for Linux platforms, including Linux kernel drivers and user-space libraries. Proficient in utilizing AI techniques and tools for software development and testing, while ensuring high performance and quality through automated testing and debugging.


Highest-signal resume keywords



  • C Programming

  • C++ Programming

  • Linux Kernel Driver Development

  • Python Programming

  • Automated Testing Frameworks


Hard Skills



  • Linux Software Development

  • Multithreaded Programming

  • Debugging Complex Software Issues

  • Static Code Analysis

  • Unit Testing

  • Continuous Integration

  • High-Performance I/O Systems

  • Machine Vision

  • Image Acquisition

  • AI-Assisted Development Tools


Soft Skills



  • Analytical Problem-Solving

  • Collaborative Teamwork

  • Written Communication

  • Verbal Communication


Industry Keywords



  • Image Acquisition Systems

  • Industrial Automation

  • Cybersecurity Principles

  • Secure Software Development Lifecycle

  • GPU Architecture


Tools & Technologies



  • Git

  • Docker

  • CI/CD Pipelines

  • Sanitizers

  • GenICam

  • GenTL

  • GigE Vision

  • Camera Link HS

  • CoaXPress

  • Virtualization

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