Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Job Description:
This opportunity allows those passionate about Agile software development on Android to work with a wide variety of user-facing applications in the security and user productivity space. Our focus in these areas has always been a strong selling point in our software offering, and as such, and we continue to innovate in this space. The successful candidate will be working within the Secusmart organization to help deliver high quality software releases in regular cadences to our customers.
As a member of the engineering team, you will develop critical software components for direct real-world use in a collaborative highly supportive team environment using Agile software development practices.
SUMMARY
ARE YOU RIGHT FOR THE JOB?
Are you passionate about delivering high-value software and have an affinity for rapid iteration? Do you believe in Agile sprints that are driven by a combination of real-world needs and strategic innovation?
Do you have a natural curiosity for how things work and a fearless attitude about taking things apart?
Do you like to tinker in your spare time?
Has the phrase “it can’t be done” inspired you in the past to prove otherwise?
Are there times when you can’t stop thinking about how to solve a challenging problem?
Can you make progress in the face of uncertainty?
If you answered yes to these questions, then read on.
RESPONSIBILITIES
HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
Work on the cutting edge of mobile application systems security
Collaborate with a team of diverse software engineers, test specialists and product owners, by applying creative solutions to meaningful real-world security problems
Help companies and governments mitigate cybersecurity threats
Develop commercial-grade software using Java, C/C++, and Python
Apply a scientific and empirical approach to analysis and development
Be a meaningful contributor to architectural discussions and design decisions
Making mistakes and learning from them
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW, HAVE, OR HAVE DONE:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer/Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other related sciences, or equivalent work experience
Strong analytical and technical skills
Experience with C/C++ and/or Java code in a professional environment or an open source project
Prefer hands-on and or fundamental knowledge of Android systems and internals (AOSP)
Basic working knowledge of Linux
Experience with the Agile methodology and continuous integration
THE KIND OF PROFESSIONAL YOU ASPIRE TO BE:
Someone who understands that the world is complex and full of compromises
You are creatively resourceful and have acquired grit
A problem solver with a can-do attitude
A motivated self-starter who knows how to learn
Able to analyze, but know when to make a decision and move on
Passionate about quality code with a bias toward rapid iterations
Defensive and thorough in your coding practices
Able to thrive in an Agile team environment including pair programming
An active listener who gives and takes constructive criticism professionally
Willing to ask for help early and often, utilizing the knowledge of others
Eager to share your knowledge with others
Likes to improve via peer-review
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Compensation Hiring Base Pay Range:
$188,000 – $264,000
Please be advised that the compensation hiring range indicated herein is provided solely as a good-faith estimate of anticipated 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 job posting is part of a general recruitment effort without a guaranteed position
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer/Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience
- Strong analytical and technical skills
- Experience with C or C++ in a professional environment or open source project
- Experience with Java in a professional environment or open source project
- Experience developing with Python
- Basic working knowledge of Linux
- Experience with Agile methodology and continuous integration
- Hands-on or fundamental knowledge of Android systems and internals (AOSP)
What We Do
BlackBerry (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) provides intelligent security software and services to enterprises and governments around the world. The company secures more than 500M endpoints including 195M+ cars on the road today. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, the company leverages AI and machine learning to deliver innovative solutions in the areas of cybersecurity, safety and data privacy solutions, and is a leader in the areas of endpoint security, endpoint management, encryption, and embedded systems. BlackBerry’s vision is clear - to secure a connected future you can trust.
