Software Developer - Media I/O (Job Req #2025-100)

INTERNAL OPPORTUNITIES AT ROSS VIDEOThinking about what’s next for your career? At Ross Video we are committed to your professional growth and to providing opportunities to develop your career. Our internal talent mobility program is intended to facilitate effective hiring from within, as appropriate, to fill open opportunities in the company.

Reporting to the Software Manager of Media I/O, the ideal candidate will be an integral part of our high performing Media I/O product development team, driving the creation of world-leading next-generation broadcast technology. Your focus will be on developing our award-winning Media I/O web-based interface.  You will design and code features, fix bugs, write tests and support our product in any way needed.

This position is located at our main Ottawa campus on Auriga Drive.  We work in a hybrid work environment where team members come into the office once a week for collaboration and sprint ceremonies.  Other in-office opportunities include participating in demos, and Ross Video team activities that are hosted on-site.

Who you report to: Manager, Software Development

What we offer:

Ross offers competitive salaries and comprehensive health plans, as well as several perks to help you perform at your best. 

Some of these perks include flexible hours, generous paid time off, fitness/wellness allowance, employee share ownership program, professional development support and a ton of fun social activities and events!

Best of all, you will be part of the Ross Video team, and we’ve got a pretty energizing environment here.

What the job is all about:

Our web-based interface uses React, Typescript, JavaScript and Java.  It also makes use of Ross Web Platform (RWP) and Aura, two Ross proprietary foundations.

We follow the Agile model of product development which means that you will collaborate closely with the team and our product owner to develop the product.  The team consists of both developers and product verification specialists as well as documentation writers, our product owner, and our product manager.  We work in 2-week sprints; and you will participate in sprint ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily standups, and end-of-sprint demonstrations, reviews and retrospectives. 

Who you are:

• University or college degree/diploma in computer science or a discipline closely related.
• 2 years of experience developing web-based software applications.
• Knowledge of React, Typescript, JavaScript and Java.
• A keen eye for UX.
• Any knowledge of the broadcast industry would be great!
• Bonus point for knowledge and experience with Behavioral Driven Design.
• Experience with automation testing would be helpful.
• A strong desire and motivation to build industry-leading software.
• Curious about how things work and how they could be improved.
• A love of technology.
• A team player who enjoys collaboration.
• A self-starter with a passion for learning and improving.
• Excellent organization, time management and communication skills.
• A desire to have fun!

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
At Ross, we embrace diversity, and we want you to bring your authentic self to work. We are committed to building a team that includes a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Inclusivity drives innovation and creativity, and that’s something we’re passionate about at Ross!  We believe everyone should be able to enjoy a rewarding career at Ross, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability. If a disability means that you need any additional support during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.