Senior Software Developer (Backend)

Job Title: Senior Software Developer (Backend) Location: Ottawa, ON, CA, K2K 3E7 Business Unit: FARO Creaform Posting Date: Apr 16, 2026 We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Developer (Backend) who will support the development of our cutting‑edge Embedded GUI products and services. As part of the Professional Services team you will help customers bring their embedded GUI applications to life using our Storyboard platform. You will work with leading technologies in the automotive, medical, and consumer markets, and collaborate with a team of passionate developers who thrive on solving complex challenges. How you will contribute: Design and implement high‑quality backend systems. Integrate hardware and support embedded device interfaces. Mentor junior developers. Support clients in building innovative user interfaces for embedded devices. What we offer: Technical challenges and exciting projects. Ongoing training to support career progression. Recognition of your ideas. A caring environment that encourages personal and professional growth. Wide range of benefits: competitive salary, group insurance, generous vacation policy, employee and family assistance program, flexible work arrangements. Support for success: Excellent onboarding. Training. Coaching. A typical day on the team: Design, implement, and maintain reusable backend code in C/C++. Develop system logic and hardware integration for embedded platforms. Build interface layers that connect UI developers to system functionality. Participate in design and code reviews. Analyze and improve codebase performance. Mentor junior developers and share expertise. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality solutions. Excellent fit: Post‑secondary degree or diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. 5+ years of software development experience with strong C/C++ skills. Experience with embedded systems and Linux/QNX environments. Familiarity with design patterns and version control tools (Git, SVN). Strong attention to detail and usability. Excellent communication skills and collaborative mindset. Bonus points if you have: Experience with scripting languages (Lua, JavaScript). Knowledge of UI/UX design patterns and graphics rendering. Familiarity with tools like Photoshop or Illustrator. Exposure to test‑driven development and automated testing. Experience with UI frameworks such as Storyboard, Qt, XWindows, or Java.