Senior Software Developer (8-Month Contract)
Ross Video
Software Engineering
nepean, ottawa, on, canada
CAD 116,500-150k / year + Equity
Posted on Apr 12, 2026
Date Posted: Apr 6, 2026
Preferred Location: Nepean, ON, Canada
Alternate Location(s): Not Available
Internal Requisition ID: 2026-130
Requisition Type: Replacement Position
Remote Type: Remote
On Call Required: No
Travel Required: No
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Why You’ll Love Working at Ross Video:
At Ross Video, you’ll be part of a team energized by innovation, building the cutting-edge technology that powers the world’s most watched live productions and events. Our products are designed to be intuitive, reliable, and to deliver exceptional results—because our customers’ success is everything to us. If you’ve ever watched live television, breaking news, major sports, or a Hollywood award show, you’ve seen our technology in action. Join us behind the scenes and help make unforgettable live moments possible.
Job Overview:
You are a key contributor to the evolution of Ross Video’s industry-leading IP-based live production control systems. Working within a collaborative, Agile environment, you help shape cutting-edge software that supports broadcast and streaming productions around the world. With a strong foundation in C/C++ and modern software design principles, you thrive in developing scalable, high-performance applications that power everything from traditional studios to next-generation cloud-based workflows. You are passionate about solving complex problems, eager to learn new technologies, and motivated by the opportunity to create tools that impact global live production. Your deep understanding of IP networking, Linux environments, and emerging media-over-IP standards positions you to make a lasting impact within a growing, innovative team
This position is an eight (8) month contract.
Who you report to: Senior Manager, Software Development - IP Solutions
What The Job Is All About:
Ross provides competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the flexibility you need to do your best work, including flexible hours, generous paid time off, and a wellness allowance. You’ll also have the opportunity to share in our success through our employee share ownership program and grow your career with ongoing learning and development support. We value connection and collaboration, with plenty of events and opportunities to build relationships across the company. Most importantly, you’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about what we do and how we do it.
Salary Information:
The pay range for this role in Canada is: $116,500 - $150,000 CAD
The listed salary reflects the pay range for a role based in Canada. Compensation may differ based on alternate locations if listed. Final compensation will be determined by location, skills, experience, knowledge, and role-specific qualifications, and may be adjusted to recognize candidates accordingly. If your experience or compensation expectations differ from the posted range, we still welcome your application.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring
Ross uses a secure, closed AI system to support recruitment. Your information is protected and used only to help us efficiently identify qualified candidates. We encourage all applicants to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement - if you bring relevant skills, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, we want to hear from you.
Our Commitment to Fostering an Inclusive Environment
We want you to bring your authentic self to work, regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability. Inclusivity drives innovation and creativity, and that’s something we’re passionate about!
If you require accommodations throughout any stage of the recruitment, assessment, and selection process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] , and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
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Preferred Location: Nepean, ON, Canada
Alternate Location(s): Not Available
Internal Requisition ID: 2026-130
Requisition Type: Replacement Position
Remote Type: Remote
On Call Required: No
Travel Required: No
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Description
Why You’ll Love Working at Ross Video:
At Ross Video, you’ll be part of a team energized by innovation, building the cutting-edge technology that powers the world’s most watched live productions and events. Our products are designed to be intuitive, reliable, and to deliver exceptional results—because our customers’ success is everything to us. If you’ve ever watched live television, breaking news, major sports, or a Hollywood award show, you’ve seen our technology in action. Join us behind the scenes and help make unforgettable live moments possible.
Job Overview:
You are a key contributor to the evolution of Ross Video’s industry-leading IP-based live production control systems. Working within a collaborative, Agile environment, you help shape cutting-edge software that supports broadcast and streaming productions around the world. With a strong foundation in C/C++ and modern software design principles, you thrive in developing scalable, high-performance applications that power everything from traditional studios to next-generation cloud-based workflows. You are passionate about solving complex problems, eager to learn new technologies, and motivated by the opportunity to create tools that impact global live production. Your deep understanding of IP networking, Linux environments, and emerging media-over-IP standards positions you to make a lasting impact within a growing, innovative team
This position is an eight (8) month contract.
Who you report to: Senior Manager, Software Development - IP Solutions
What The Job Is All About:
- Design and implement application software for embedded and server-based Linux environments, including containerized deployments
- Develop new features and extend existing capabilities within the application framework
- Create interfaces and protocols for efficient communication between system components
- Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve application-level and system interaction issues
- Provide accurate estimates for development tasks and project timelines
- Participate in collaborative design discussions, code reviews, and Agile ceremonies
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field—or equivalent practical experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in software and embedded system/server development
- Proficient in C/C++, with additional experience in one or more of: Python, Go, or Java
- Strong grasp of Agile development practices, version control systems (e.g., Git), and issue tracking tools (e.g., Jira)
- Comfortable working in Unix/Linux environments with scripting languages and command-line tools
- Familiar with Video-over-IP technologies and related standards such as:
- NMOS IS-04, IS-05, IS-08, IS-10
- NDI, SRT, Dante, ST 2110, SMPTE 2022-7
- PTP, mDNS
- Solid foundation in IP networking, including:
- Multicast streaming, IP addressing
- Network switch configuration and troubleshooting
- Cloud-ground video transport concepts
- You take ownership, love solving problems, and work well in a collaborative environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive communication style
- Curious, creative, and ready to adapt in a fast-paced development environment
- Experience with live production or broadcast industry workflows
- Familiarity with SDKs and APIs for media-related software development
Ross provides competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the flexibility you need to do your best work, including flexible hours, generous paid time off, and a wellness allowance. You’ll also have the opportunity to share in our success through our employee share ownership program and grow your career with ongoing learning and development support. We value connection and collaboration, with plenty of events and opportunities to build relationships across the company. Most importantly, you’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about what we do and how we do it.
Salary Information:
The pay range for this role in Canada is: $116,500 - $150,000 CAD
The listed salary reflects the pay range for a role based in Canada. Compensation may differ based on alternate locations if listed. Final compensation will be determined by location, skills, experience, knowledge, and role-specific qualifications, and may be adjusted to recognize candidates accordingly. If your experience or compensation expectations differ from the posted range, we still welcome your application.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring
Ross uses a secure, closed AI system to support recruitment. Your information is protected and used only to help us efficiently identify qualified candidates. We encourage all applicants to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement - if you bring relevant skills, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, we want to hear from you.
Our Commitment to Fostering an Inclusive Environment
We want you to bring your authentic self to work, regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability. Inclusivity drives innovation and creativity, and that’s something we’re passionate about!
If you require accommodations throughout any stage of the recruitment, assessment, and selection process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] , and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
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