Software Developer (C++)

It all started on a bus. An election campaign bus.

Through his experience providing mobile connectivity for election campaigns Dejero founder Bogdan Frusina witnessed first-hand the challenges that journalists faced reporting live from the field. He knew there was a better way.

Building a team with a passion for innovation and a drive to persevere he set about developing and commercializing a portable and wireless live video broadcast November 2009 that vision came to life. Dejero enabled the worlds first live transmission of the torch relay across Canada for the Vancouver Winter Olympics.

Since then weve evolved into a world-leading wireless telecommunications aggregator providing resilient uninterrupted internet connectivity vital for critical communications. Broadcasters production companies first responders defense departments and government agencies put their trust in Dejero.

Heres how you help us continue our story...

Our core mission is to build resilient uninterrupted internet connectivity by blending multiple IP connections. This is realized by our Emmy Award-winning CORE Smart Blending Technology which runs on various platforms and systems As a Software Developer you will directly develop and contribute to our CORE Smart Blending platform that delivers reliable network and video solutions working alongside a team of talented software developers in writing robust code and solving challenging problems.

Core Responsibilities:

• Architect and Develop Core Technology: Design and develop software at the core of Dejeros patented multiple IP connection bonding technology.
• Linux Systems Development: Implement and manage the services required to package deploy and configure the software in a Debian-based Linux environment - on end-user devices and in the cloud.
• Problem Solving & Analysis: Use tools like tcpdump and Wireshark to perform deep-dive analysis and debugging of complex network behaviour.
• Maintain High-Quality Code: Own the development process through detailed code reviews comprehensive unit testing and test automation.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced Agile environment - collaborate with various teams (SQA Hardware Web Product Support) on new and existing products as well as technology for various industries such as media public safety defense transportation and enterprise.
• Growth: Openly sharing knowledge and helping to build a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.

Heres why you should join the Dejero team:

• Fueling Your Growth: we invest in your development with an annual learning allowance workshops mentorship coaching and a full learning platform. Were committed to giving you tools that move your career forward.
• Work-Life Balance: our hybrid work model supports flexibility and well-being helping you thrive both at work and at home.
• Award-Winning Culture & Innovation: Were honored to have been named one of the Best Places to Work in Canada for 7 consecutive years by Great Place to Work. Our award-winning Smart Blending Technology has also earned two Emmy Awards reflecting our dedication to innovation and leadership in the industry.
• Making a Difference Together: Giving back is part of who we are. We support meaningful causes with paid volunteer days donation drives volunteering and our annual Dejeros Day of Doing Great Things.
• Collaborative Teams: Youll work on projects that match your strengths contribute to peer-reviewed solutions and help shape the future together.

Discover all of the amazing benefits and perks Dejero has to offer here.

Technical Qualifications

The following requirements have been separated into essential skills for the role and preferred qualifications that would be a significant asset.

Core Requirements (Must-Have):

• 3 years of software development experience with expert-level proficiency in Modern C with .
• Linux Systems Knowledge: Understanding of Linux networking kernel filesystems the boot process systemd services driver integrations and device/interface bring-up (preferably on Debian-based distributions)
• Networking Proficiency: Strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols (i.e. TCP UDP IP and Ethernet frames).
• Essential Tools: Demonstrable experience analyzing network traffic and debugging with tools like tcpdump and Wireshark.
• Experience developing highly scalable multi-threaded and asynchronous network applications.
• Passion for developing high quality robust software.
• Strong believer in detailed code reviews unit tests and test automation.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Working knowledge of artificial intelligence concepts and practical familiarity with commonly used AI tools and workflows.

Skills & Experience Preferred:

• Strong background developing applications with real-time constraints particularly those involving streaming video or audio.
• Development experience in Go and Python
• Packaging and deploying applications running in containers or virtual machines
• Familiarity with cloud and virtualized network infrastructures (AWS Azure).
• Audio/video frameworks including FFmpeg (libav*) x264 Intel QuickSync
• Proficiency with Git and CI/CD tooling (Jenkins is an asset).
• Familiarity with wireless broadband (HSPA LTE 5G) modems and their APIs (AT commands libqmi MBIM etc.)
• Linux packet filtering NAT routing bridging tun/tap devices and traffic control

Education & Certification Requirements:

• A Bachelors degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Software Engineering Math or a related field

Physical Requirements:

• This role may require sitting in front of a computer for a prolonged period of time. The employee will also experience repetitive hand movements.

Salary Range: the salary range for this role is $90000 - $130000 CAD

This is an immediate opening which we are actively reviewing and interviewing applicants for.

Want to learn more about how Dejero has provided reliable connectivity across the globe Check out some of our success stories here

Our Commitment to Fair Hiring Practices

To help us stay fully present in our conversations we use an AI-powered tool to transcribe and take notes during interviews. This simply helps us capture details accurately so we can focus on getting to know you. Well always ask for your permission before using this tool and your information will be kept secure and used only for our hiring process.

Dejero is an inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds levels of education and types of experiences. We believe our differences are our strengths and help us achieve our ambitious goals.

Research has demonstrated that all too often potential candidates from historically underrepresented groups dont apply for positions if they dont possess every required skill/ experience in the job description. Whether or not your experience checks off all the boxes on a job posting we still encourage you to apply. Believe in yourself. We would love to hear more about what you could bring to Dejero.

Dejero is committed to providing a barrier-free application and interview process for all candidates. Should you require accommodations in accordance with the Human Rights Code at any point throughout the hiring process please contact the People and Culture team by email at or by telephone at 519.772.4824. To learn more about our commitment to our barrier-free workplace and to read more about our accessibility policy please see here.