Manager, Firmware SDK

We are hiring a manager for either our Calgary or Ottawa location to lead our Firmware SDK (Software Developer Kit) development team. As the ideal candidate, you will have a strong background in C++ and Azure DevOps development with experience as a manager, team lead, or senior developer.

You are diligent, proactive and have a reputation for taking an innovative approach when solving difficult problems. You enjoy collaborating with small teams and have the resourcefulness and initiative to navigate through the challenges of new product development. 

You will

• Work with our Software team to establish an SDK development strategy based on overall system architecture and deliverables.


• Assemble schedules and budgets for SDK, embedded Linux, and Azure DevOps development activities.


• Actively participate in the hiring process and growing the team as needed.


• Develop design test plans and tools to verify system performance and quality, and work with NPI to support volume manufacturing.


• Support and contribute to Nureva’s evolving end-to-end product development processes by applying relevant best practices to ensure consistent delivery of quality products.


• Ensure creation and maintenance of architecture and design documentation.


• Lead the SDK team in delivering their commitments for each development iteration in an Agile environment. Defining relevant and useful metrics to measure progress and ensure timely releases of high-quality software.


• Setting a high standard for software development best practices such as design reviews and code reviews. Ensuring team adheres to established done criteria each sprint.


• Mentoring a high-performance team that thrives on delivering high quality and innovative solutions. Ensure continual improvement of firmware team through regular coaching and goal setting.

You have

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, or a related field


• A minimum of 10 years experience in a software development environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership role or 5 years as a senior developer / architect


• Proficiency in C/C++ programming languages and development tools. Experience with C# and Node.JS is considered an asset


• Experience architecting and delivering cross-platform, external APIs


• Knowledge of USB HID device and ethernet protocols is desired

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines

• Strong, analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills


• Experience developing on macOS, Linux, and embedded Linux systems is considered an asset

We offer a competitive total compensation package, an open and collaborative office and a great team environment.  

Visit nureva.com by close of business on Nov 30, 2026. Please outline how you will make a difference on our team. We will spend time to help you understand the role and our company to ensure we are a good fit for you.