February has arrived, and the capital has become a picturesque wonderland.
Winter events are now underway – people started skating on the Rideau Canal, and we can’t wait for Winterlude this year! With ice sculptures, outdoor activities, and a warm sense of community spirit – Ottawa is celebrating winter like never before!
Much like the animated winter activities, the job market is also buzzing with tons of new opportunities in tech and business. If you had a resolution to leap into your career this year, this February can be the perfect time for you to seek a new opportunity.
Check out the latest edition of our monthly list of ten tech companies in Ottawa that are currently looking for tech talent like you.
Find your next position today!
1. Aerys
What it does:
Founded in 2010 by Jean-Marc Le Roux, Aerys is an IT Services and IT Consulting company that provides elegant solutions to industries to help them design, realize, and operate their projects in a 3D digital twin hosted on a collaborative platform. The company’s mission is to help industrial companies meet human and technological challenges through SmartShape, a 3D “digital twin” cloud collaboration platform for engineering and the AEC industry.
The perks:
Aerys provides a competitive salary package, comprehensive health benefits, a generous paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Current job openings:
Project manager, Full-stack developer, and more jobs.
2. DataKinetics
What it does:
DataKinetics is a global leader in mainframe performance and optimization through a suite of tailored solutions such as mainframe modernization, and digital transformation. The company helps its clients optimize performance out of their mainframe to keep operational costs down while freeing up room for new workloads. DataKinetics clients include some of the world’s largest banks, credit card, brokerage, insurance, healthcare, retail and telecommunication businesses.
The perks:
Employees of DataKinetics enjoy full health and dental benefits, a relaxed work environment, team lunches, and substantial paid time off.
Current job openings:
3. ThreeKit
What it does:
Founded in 2005 by Ben Houston, ThreeKit is an Enterprise Platform for Visual Commerce that improves the digital commerce experience, enabling people and businesses to build and configure custom products in real-time. ThreeKit’s technology is leveraged by companies across multiple industries, including Furniture, Apparel and Jewelry, Sports Equipment, Home Goods, Retail, and B2B Manufacturing.
The perks:
ThreeKit offers a competitive salary along with other perks, including paid holidays and unlimited PTO, a comprehensive insurance package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, hybrid work options, WiFi Reimbursement, and more.
Current job openings:
Project Manager, Senior DevOps Engineer, Senior Software Engineer, Senior Account Executive, and more jobs.
4. Bluink
What it does:
Bluink is an award-winning, Canadian technology company that provides identity verification and digital ID platform solutions made in Canada for Canadian residents. The company’s mission is to empower people and organizations by making secure access simple using strong digital IDs. We do this by combining expertise and leadership with creativity and innovation.
The perks:
Blueink provides a competitive salary package alongside medical and dental coverage, professional development opportunities, office equipment, and more.
Current job openings:
iOS Developer, PHP Developer (Intermediate or Senior), and more jobs.
5. DashQ
What it does:
Based in Ottawa, DashQ is an AI-based leasing management platform that pioneered a transformative approach to the way people find, secure and connect with rental housing. DashQ’s clients leverage their cutting-edge technologies to seamlessly manage and engage with prospects at scale in one, intuitive, automaton-packed interface, which allows them to bring all communication into one inbox and see for miles.
The perks:
Dashq.io offers competitive salaries along with other benefits such as performance-based bonuses, comprehensive benefits, fun company social events, three weeks of paid vacation, and paid holidays. The company also covers relocation packages from outside of the Ottawa or Montreal metro areas.
Current job openings:
Senior Full Stack Engineer, UI/UX Designer, and more jobs.
6. Design Centered
What it does:
Design Centered is an Ottawa-based design and transformation consulting firm that provides strategic advisory and product delivery solutions along with other services throughout the design lifecycle, including conducting user research, prototyping, and product design.
The perks:
Design Centered offers A competitive remuneration package, inclusive of stock options, reflecting individual employees’ expertise and contribution, the flexibility of a fully remote work environment, an opportunity to be part of a growing team in a dynamic and innovative company, and a supportive and collaborative work culture.
Current job openings:
Marketing Coordinator, UX Researcher, UX Designer, and more jobs.
7. NetExperience
What it does:
NetExperience is an Ottawa-based Cloud platform company that helps service providers integrate WLAN controller and management capabilities into their back office. In partnership with Telecom Infra Project, the company offers the first end-to-end WLAN software and service compatible with Open Wi-Fi. They also provide professional services to integrate Open Wi-Fi into the customer’s solution.
The perks:
NetExperience provides an excellent compensation package and many perks, including casual dress, a comprehensive health and wellness coverage plan, a flexible work schedule, life insurance, on-site parking, remote working opportunities, and stock options.
Current job openings:
WLAN Sales Engineer / Network Architect, Technical Support Specialist, Junior Cloud Backend Developer, Vice President Product Management, and more jobs.
8. Questat
What it does:
Questat is an Ottawa-based start-up company that provides point-of-care blood analysis systems solutions. The company supports its clients by deploying unique innovative technologies, that not only transform diagnostic products but also expand into new platforms and solutions with superior health and economic outcomes.
The perks:
Questat offers a competitive salary, full health and dental benefits, professional development opportunities, and substantial paid time off.
Current job openings:
9. TerraFixing
What it does:
TerraFixing is an Ottawa-based affordable and scalable direct air carbon capture solutions provider. Their technology uses a 5-step temperature vacuum swing adsorption (TVSA) cycle that captures the CO2 from the air, purifies it, and yields high purity CO2. The company was founded by wanting to contribute to a sustainable legacy and view TerraFixing as a means to leave a positive mark on the world for generations to come.
The perks:
The company provides a competitive salary package, health and wellness benefits, paid vacation days, professional development opportunities, and social activities.
Current job openings:
Assembly Technician, Process Equipment, Chemical Process Simulation Engineer, Senior Systems Test Engineer, Senior Process Engineer, and more jobs.
10. Trycycle
What it does:
TryCycle Data Systems is an Ottawa-based digital health innovator, fostering genuine human connections. The company empowers healthcare providers, communities, and at-risk populations with solutions that elevate access to care and health outcomes. Trycycle offers solutions that ease the weight on the overwhelmed healthcare system by reimagining access to care and changing the way at-risk individuals receive treatment, services, and support.
The perks:
Trycycle offers a competitive salary package alongside other benefits, including hybrid work from home/office, flexible work hours, company-paid health and dental benefits plan and bonus paid “flex” days (in addition to vacation).
Current job openings:
Sales Operations Coordinator, DevSecOps Engineer, and more jobs.
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