Senior Enterprise Software Developer

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Vancouver, BC, CAN
In-Office
120K-165K Annually
Senior level
Hardware • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Designs, develops, tests, deploys, and manages scalable backend integrations connecting LPR cameras, video management systems, vehicle intelligence platforms, and cloud services. Owns end-to-end architecture, optimizes high-throughput and low-latency systems, manages large datasets, mentors engineers, leads architectural reviews, and collaborates across camera, AI, and platform teams. The role also addresses technical debt and supports hybrid edge-cloud solutions using containerized environments.
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Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Aperçu de l’entreprise

Chez Motorola Solutions, nous pensons que tout commence par nos employés. Nous sommes une communauté mondiale soudée, unie par la volonté incessante de contribuer à la sécurité des personnes partout dans le monde. Nous concevons et connectons des technologies qui contribuent à protéger les personnes, les biens et les infrastructures. Nos solutions favorisent la collaboration essentielle pour améliorer la sécurité des populations, des écoles, des hôpitaux, des entreprises et, finalement, des nations. Connectez-vous à une carrière qui compte et aidez-nous à bâtir un avenir plus sûr.


Department Overview
The MSI System Application Engineer team comprises both software and hardware experts responsible for delivering seamless, end-to-end technological solutions. As part of this team, the Enterprise Software Developer designs and builds robust integrations bridging various MSI business unit applications—such as License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras—with Video Management Systems (VMS) and Vehicle Intelligence platforms. Working within our full-stack Agile Scrum teams, you will be instrumental in the development, testing, deployment, and lifecycle management of these critical integrations.
Job Description

You will architect and own the end-to-end solutions while upholding the highest standards of engineering excellence. In this role, you will drive the technical design of robust integrations bridging physical edge hardware (LPR) with cloud platforms. We are seeking a senior, hands-on software authority with a proven track record of building highly scalable, high-performance backend systems. The ideal candidate thrives when orchestrating distributed services, managing complex datasets, and optimizing performance-sensitive workflows. Your proactive mindset will be critical in identifying technical risks and pioneering scalable, innovative architectural solutions across our engineering ecosystem.

What we are looking for:

  • Leadership & Mentorship: Experience acting as a technical lead, mentoring junior/intermediate engineers, and driving cross-functional architectural reviews.

  • Backend Expertise: Strong experience in backend development (e.g., C#, C++, or similar systems-level languages).

  • Data Scale & Performance: Experience working with large-scale data systems and performance optimization (e.g., database design, query efficiency, caching strategies).

  • Distributed Architecture: Deep familiarity with distributed systems and microservices architectures.

  • System Optimization: Proven capability debugging and optimizing high-throughput, low-latency systems.

  • Environment Proficiency: Solid understanding of Windows and Linux-based development environments.

  • Collaboration: Excellent communication and stakeholdership skills.

  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Engineering or Computer Science.

Desired Background, Knowledge, and Skills:

  • Experience with video systems, computer vision, or AI/ML pipelines (e.g., License Plate Recognition systems).

  • Familiarity with image processing or handling large binary data (e.g., images in databases vs. object storage).

  • Experience with containerization (Docker) and modern build systems.

  • Robust knowledge of cloud-connected systems and hybrid edge/cloud architectures.

  • Experience working with NoSQL or embedded databases (e.g., Berkeley DB or similar).

  • Ability to swiftly synthesize complex existing systems and execute structural improvements.

  • High-caliber problem-solving skills, especially in diagnosing intricate performance bottlenecks.

  • Proven experience collaborating within cross-functional teams (e.g., aligning with Camera, AI, and platform engineering units).

  • A highly proactive approach to mitigating technical debt and scaling platform capabilities.

Environments that we work in: 

  • Visual Studios / Git

  • Bitbucket

  • Virtualization using both Docker and Kubernetes 

Target Base Salary Range: $120,000 CADD - $165,000 CAD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

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Basic Requirements
  • Bachelors degree with 6+ years of software development/engineering experience


Travel Requirements
Under 10%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

Motorola Solutions adopte, favorise et promeut les principes de diversité, d’équité et d’inclusion. Nous encourageons et accueillons les candidatures de toutes les personnes qualifiées, quelles que soient leur race, origines ethnique, religion ou croyance, orientation sexuelle, identité et expression sexuelle, statut d’anciens combattants ou tout autre statut protégé par la Loi.

Nous sommes fiers de notre culture axée sur les personnes et les communautés, encourageant ainsi chaque Motorolan d’être la version la plus authentique de lui-même dans ses responsabilités afin de tenir la promesse d’un monde plus sécuritaire.

Si vous souhaitez vous joindre à notre communauté mais croyez que vous ne possédez pas toutes les exigences requises pour le poste convoité, nous aimerions tout de même connaître les raisons pour lesquelles vous pensez être un excellent candidat pour notre équipe.

Nous offrons également des mesures d’adaptation pendant toutes les étapes du processus d’embauche afin de favoriser l’inclusion des personnes vivant avec un  handicap physique et/ou mental. Pour demander un aménagement, veuillez remplir ce formulaire d'aménagement raisonnable afin que nous puissions vous aider.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • At least 6 years of software development or engineering experience
  • Strong backend development experience using C++, C#, or similar systems-level languages
  • Experience with large-scale data systems and performance optimization, including database design, query efficiency, or caching
  • Deep familiarity with distributed systems and microservices architectures
  • Experience debugging and optimizing high-throughput, low-latency systems
  • Understanding of Windows and Linux development environments
  • Technical leadership, mentoring, and architectural review experience
  • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field
  • Experience with video systems, computer vision, or AI/ML pipelines
  • Experience with image processing or large binary data
  • Experience with Docker and modern build systems
  • Knowledge of cloud-connected and hybrid edge/cloud architectures
  • Experience with NoSQL or embedded databases such as Berkeley DB
  • Experience collaborating with camera, AI, and platform engineering teams

Motorola Solutions, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Motorola Solutions, Inc. and has not been reviewed or approved by Motorola Solutions, Inc..

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is effective from day one with multiple national carrier options and bundled prescription coverage. Offerings also include mental health benefits and Flexible Spending Accounts, with optional pet insurance.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off includes generous PTO with 9–10 paid holidays, and many salaried roles use a Flex Time Off or unlimited PTO approach. Paid parental and family leave plus adoption assistance expand support.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits feature a 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting. Additional financial programs like an employee stock purchase plan, performance bonuses, and company equity bolster long-term value.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
21,000 Employees

What We Do

Motorola Solutions is a global technology company that provides mission-critical communications, video security, and command center software to help protect people, property, and places for public safety agencies and enterprises.

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