What You'll Do
Develop Software with Broad Range of Technologies: C, C++, Python, and Rust for the QNX RTOS. Projects span a wide array of domains, including:
System & Web Runtimes: Node.js, GTK, SQLite, Boost.
Networking & Middleware: SOME/IP, MQTT, DDS, Zenoh.
Physical AI & Robotics: ROS2, OpenPI, Google MediaPipe, OpenCV, ONNX Runtime, PyTorch/ExecuTorch, TensorFlow.
Target Platforms: Raspberry Pi, SBCs, QEMU, various robotics kits
Integrate QNX and Open-Source: Integrate open-source projects with core QNX technologies (graphics, networking, USB, audio, sensors, and multimedia).
Toolchain Support: Develop OS-specific abstraction layers, shims, and porting libraries; adapt cross-compilation build systems (CMake, Meson, Bazel, Cargo, GN/Ninja, BitBake) for QNX toolchains.
Performance Optimization: Perform low-level profiling, memory footprint reduction, latency tuning, and performance optimization on embedded target hardware.
Industry Events and Demonstrations: Develop and deliver demonstrations that showcase QNX solutions at key industry events to customers, partners, and industry peers, with a focus on Physical AI and robotics.
What You Bring
Strong software development experience in C and C++ (C++14/17/20) and Python.
Proven experience with Linux/Unix development environments and cross-compilation toolchains (CMake, Meson, Ninja, Make, BitBake).
Solid understanding of operating system internals and POSIX APIs (pthreads, IPC, memory management, networking sockets).
Excellent communication skills with an interest in collaborating within open-source developer communities.
Self-motivated with a passion for building software ecosystems.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
It Would Be Nice If You Had Any of the Following
Experience porting, building, or maintaining large open-source projects or Linux distributions.
Experience or interest in Physical AI, Robotics, or Vision frameworks (e.g., ROS 2, OpenPI, MediaPipe, ONNX Runtime, PyTorch/ExecuTorch, TensorFlow, OpenCV).
Experience with GPU / Heterogeneous Compute stacks (NVIDIA CUDA/TensorRT, AMD ROCm, Vulkan Compute, OpenCL) on platforms like NVIDIA Thor/IGX or AMD silicon.
Knowledge of embedded GUI engines (Qt, GTK), or automotive/industrial middleware (DDS, SOME/IP, MQTT).
Hands-on experience with RTOS environments (QNX, VxWorks, FreeRTOS, Zephyr) or Linux kernel/driver internals.
Familiarity with Rust and Cargo build targets for embedded or systems programming.
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Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Compensation Hiring Base Salary Range
$90,000.00 - $126,000.00
Please be advised that the compensation hiring range indicated herein is provided solely as a good-faith estimate of expected base compensation for the position. The actual compensation offered will be determined at the time of hire and is contingent upon multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated skills, and results of assessments conducted during the hiring process.
Bonus
The BlackBerry Variable Incentive Pay (VIP) program is an organization-wide bonus incentive program which aims to reward full-time eligible employees for their contribution to BlackBerry’s success. VIP payments are made in addition to base salary and factor in company’s performance as a way for employees to share in BlackBerry’s achievements.
Benefits
The BlackBerry Employee Benefits programs offer a wide range of benefits that support your physical, financial and personal well-being. BlackBerry remains committed to offering affordable benefits including coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, retirement, employee share purchase program and paid-time-off to those that meet the eligibility requirements.
Disclosure of Position Status
This is an active opening. We are seeking to fill this position immediately
Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence
We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by our hiring team.
