March has arrived, along with the promise of spring and all sorts of things to do around town here in Ottawa.
While it’s a bit sad to say goodbye to many winter events, there are many activities to do with friends and family in March – from enjoying the maple syrup season to taking children to the Canadian Museum of Nature for hands-on activities during the March break!
Along with enjoying the warmer weather and having fun in March, you can also start exploring the job market which gets quite active this month!
If you’re seeking new opportunities or challenges, we have your back! Every month, Invest Ottawa’s Talent Team curates a list of 10 Ottawa companies that are actively hiring to support job seekers in their career exploration.
Continue below to check out our list of hiring employers this month.
1. Bluink
What it does:
Bluink is an Ottawa-based, award-winning company that specializes in identity verification and digital ID as a service (eIDaaS), using a mobile device as a strong authenticator and secure digital wallet. Bluink’s services include identity verification, digital ID, password-free login, multi-factor authentication (MFA) login, and ID verification SDK. The company has 11 patents in the USA and Canada.
The perks:
Bluink has an energetic start-up environment that provides opportunities for unique challenges and learning opportunities. Perks of working for this company include a competitive compensation package, comprehensive health benefits, office equipment, and professional development opportunities.
Current job openings:
2. Ciena
What it does:
If you describe yourself as a tech innovator or thought disruptor, a career at Ciena might be what you’re looking for. Ciena is a global leader in optical and routing systems, services, and automation software. As a telecommunications leader, Ciena provides powers its clients’ digital interactions such as calling, video chatting, and text to 1600+ clients worldwide
The perks:
As an employee of Ciena, you can enjoy a diverse workplace that takes a people-centred approach first. Employees are also offered extensive health and dental benefits, competitive PTO, flexible hours, global wellbeing programs and a competitive salary.
Current job openings:
DSP Engineer, Senior Software Developer, System & Solution Engineer, and more.
3. Fullscript
What it does:
Fullscript is the leading health technology company making optimal care easy for everyone. Through their care delivery platform, health practitioners can seamlessly design personalized health plans, provide support and education tools, and effortlessly prescribe and manage the use of healthcare’s best supplements for their patients — all in one place.
Since 2011, Fullscript has enabled over 90,000 practitioners to deliver whole-person medicine and has helped more than 5.5 MIL patients follow a path to wellness. The best part? Ottawa was founded right here in Ottawa.
The perks:
Fullscript perks include but are not limited to, competitive compensation & stock options, RRSP matching, flex PTO, customizable health and wellness benefit plans, and employee discounts on the Fullscript products (including family & friends).
Fullscript is also known for its ‘Work Where You Work Well’ philosophy – this means Fullscripters get to pick their own office — whether that’s in-office, at home, or a bit of both. And yes, both of their Ottawa offices are dog-friendly.
Current job openings:
WMS Technical Lead, Technical Program Manager, Senior Ruby Engineer, Data Analyst II (Merch) …and more!
4. InDro Robotics
What it does:
Operating in Ottawa, InDro is a Canadian leader in ground, aerial, and marine robotics research and development. Having accumulated thousands of flight hours, InDro Robotics has a track record of collaborating with leading business and government organizations. In September 2023, the company took over operations of Bayview Yards Prototyping Lab, which was previously run by Invest Ottawa. The company also announced the completion of several milestones in 2023, including a collaborative research project on urban wind tunnels with the National Research Council and the design and fabrication of a “Street Smart Robot.”
The perks:
Employees of InDro Robotics get the opportunity to grow professionally, and receive generous paid time off, a competitive salary plus profit sharing, and health benefits. Other perks include casual dress, on-site parking, flexible schedule, and stock options.
Current job openings:
5. Infinera
What it does:
Originally from California, USA, Infinera is an Ottawa-based telecommunications networks solution provider. The company helps its client by providing innovative, industry-leading connectivity solutions including high-end subcomponent technology, systems for network infrastructure, automation software, and professional services. With 20+ years of experience and 1,400+ patents, Infinera supports thousands of clients in over 100+ countries and powers billions of dollars in service revenue.
The perks:
Infinera offers a workplace with highly educated colleagues and strong diversity and inclusion values. The company offers stock-purchasing plans, competitive salaries, and health and dental benefits in addition to many other benefits.
Current job openings:
Sr. Technical Program Manager, Full Stack Software Development Intern, FW Engineering Co-Op, and more jobs.
6. Payments Canada
What it does:
Payments Canada is an Ottawa-based organization that is responsible for Canada’s payment clearing and settlement infrastructure, including associated systems, by-laws, rules, and standards. Payments Canada ensures that financial transactions in Canada are carried out safely and securely. In 2023, Payments Canada systems cleared and settled $112 trillion or $450 billion every business day.
The perks:
Payments Canada provides tons of benefits alongside a competitive compensation package. Some of the perks are Flexible, hybrid environment, annual variable bonus and defined contribution pension plan with employer matching percentage, Comprehensive health and dental benefit coverage, minimum four weeks paid vacation, Rewards and recognition program, and Access to Office Gym Facilities.
Current job openings:
Manager, Information Management & Governance, Vendor Portfolio Manager, Manager, Security Governance, Senior Project Manager / Program Manager, and more jobs.
7. Solace
What it does:
A leader in harnessing the power of data, Solace ensures the seamless flow of data between data centres, mobile devices, and software applications at consistently high speeds as securely as possible. Solace helps enterprises adopt, manage and leverage event-driven architecture, with a complete event streaming and management platform. Trusted by the world’s leading brands such as NASA, Barclays, RBC, SAP, and the London Stock Exchange, Solace’s data movement technology connects 1.5 million vehicles in Singapore and processes more than 500 billion “events” globally per day.
If you have an interest in event-driven integration and architecture, event mesh, and middleware, your work at Solace could directly benefit the end-user experience of many favourite household brands.
The perks:
Solace’s employees benefit from a diverse and inclusive culture, exciting engagement events, a competitive employee benefits package, a hybrid work model with HQ located in a fresh modern space, top-notch training programs, and a stellar customer lineup.
Current job openings:
Senior Payroll Accountant, Senior Software Developer – AI Integration, Software Engineering Director, and more jobs.
8. Syntronic
What it does:
Founded in Stockholm, Sweden in 1983, Syntronic is a leading engineering design house with more than 35 years of experience of working with development, production and aftermarket services as well as all the related support during the product life cycle. The company works with leading tech companies to take an idea from its initial concept to a successful cutting-edge product. Currently, the company has a presence in 9 countries with 1900+ employees.
The perks:
Syntronic values its employees and shows that through a robust compensation package. As a Syntronic team member, you will receive 4 weeks of holidays, health and wellness benefits, company matching RRSP contributions. Employees also benefit from constant career growth opportunities and a positive company culture that provides a flexible work environment.
Current job openings:
Senior DevOps Software Engineer, Intermediate/Senior Software Developer – Mobile applications (iOS/Android), Software Developer – Embedded Systems (Linux/BSP/Drivers), Firmware Developer – Controls, and more jobs.
9. Trexity
What it does:
Founded in 2019, Trexity is an Ottawa-based shipping service provider that makes local shipping/delivery service simple for users. Trexity supports local businesses, including solopreneurs, retail stores, and food businesses, by ensuring that they can effectively deliver products to customers in a direct, cost-effective way.
The perks:
“Take care. Take ownership. Take off.”- Trexity aims to attract top talent by providing a competitive compensation package including health and dental benefits plans and offering employee stock options. Trexity also allows employees to work remotely with a flexible work schedule, and additional benefits include 3 weeks of vacation annually and equipment to get started remotely.
Current job openings:
Full-stack Software Engineer, Sales Representative, and more jobs.
10. Warner Bros. Discovery
What it does:
Warner Bros. Discovery is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates and distributes the world’s most differentiated and complete portfolio of content and brands across television, film and streaming. Some of the most iconic brands and products of the company include Discovery Channel, Max, discovery+, CNN, DC, Eurosport, and HBO, which are available in more than 220 countries and in 50 languages.
The perks:
Warner Bros. Discovery hires talent across the globe and offers career-defining positions, carefully curated benefits, and the tools to realize their employee’s best self. Some of the perks the company offers are generous PTO, financial planning tool, parental leave, mentorship support, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time, and discounts from thousands of brands.
Current job openings:
Staff Software Developer, Android Developer II, Director, Software Engineering, Software Developer II, and more jobs.
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