Software Developer – Drivers

OPAL-RT TECHNOLOGIES

. Participate in work planning and organization .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeMontreal • CanadaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in C/C++ development for real-time systems, including the design and implementation of communication protocols and drivers. Proficient in technical documentation and customer support, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

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C/C++ DevelopmentCommunication ProtocolsReal-Time SystemsAgile/Scrum ExperienceTechnical Documentation

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Hard Skills

C/C++LinuxPOSIXCommunication ProtocolsFPGA ProgrammingSocket ProgrammingMultithreadingGit/GitLabMATLAB/SimulinkJava

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAdaptabilityAnalytical Abilities

Tools & Technologies

RT-LABHYPERSIMJIRAConfluenceGdb

Industry Keywords

AgileScrumCommunication BusesIEC 61850C37.118DNP3ModbusCANMIL-STD-1553ARINC 429

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaLinuxPythonShell ScriptingC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in work planning and organization
Develop and maintain board drivers for OPAL-RT’s RT-LAB and HYPERSIM software
Define, implement, and validate new card drivers and communication protocols
Add features, improve performance, and fix potential issues in existing drivers
Integrate drivers into RT-LAB and HYPERSIM
Test card drivers
Write technical documentation
Update and maintain CPU–FPGA communication interfaces using C/C++
Develop and maintain communication protocols based on industrial standards using C/C++
Develop and maintain higher-level graphical configuration interfaces using C++/Java
Integrate low-level software drivers for third-party hardware using C/C++
Participate in code reviews
Provide customer support as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, computer, or software engineering
2–4 years of relevant experience in C/C++ development
Knowledge of C/C++, Linux, and POSIX
French required
Good English skills for reading specialized and scientific books and software that is not available in French
Experience working in, or familiarity with, an Agile/Scrum environment
Experience with communication buses such as CAN, MIL-STD-1553, or ARINC 429 is an asset
Experience with communication protocols such as IEC 61850, C37.118, DNP3, or Modbus is an asset
Knowledge of real-time concepts, Git/GitLab, MATLAB/Simulink, Java, gdb, socket programming, multithreading, JIRA/Confluence, Python, shell scripting, FPGA programming concepts, and PCIe concepts is a significant asset
Strong organizational skills, rigor, determination, adaptability, autonomy, interpersonal skills, judgment, analytical abilities, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible schedule
Telecommuting and remote work options
Competitive total compensation package
Professional development through collaboration with researchers, innovators, and scientists
Collaborative, professional, family-oriented, and friendly work environment