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By: Randy Gaudreau
August officially marks a transition into the start of the second half of the year, making it a great time to start setting – and tackling, a few annual goals for your tech career.
Each month, we feature career-boosting roles in tech with companies in the Ottawa region that are growing and looking for talent like you. And August is here, bringing with it a new wave of rewarding positions, working on exciting projects with innovative companies in Ottawa.
Read on to find your next role in tech with companies focused on everything from robotics research and development to commuter planning and management platforms in our August edition of 10 Ottawa tech companies with job openings.
1. APX
What it does:
Founded in 2013, Advance Property eXposure, or APX is working to lead the digital revolution for fire departments in Canada and the United States. Using APX’s Software as a Service (SaaS) solution, municipal departments can quickly access relevant and accessible data they can use to develop tactical pre-incident plans including layouts, potential hazards and photos of key rooms and shut-off valves.
The perks:
A fun, people-oriented environment focused on growth, APX offers a competitive base pay package.
Current job openings:
Account Executive, Software Developer
2. Crank Software
What it does:
Crank Software develops embedded graphical user interface (GUI) solutions, which are currently being used around the world by leading brands such as Coca-Cola, John Deere, Bosch, Nintendo and Vorwerk. Its Storyboard interface system gives customers the ability to equip their products with a robust user interface, offering unparalleled graphics and voice and audio experiences without the need for complex programming.
The perks:
Crank Software provides its employees, (or Crankonauts) with competitive salaries, comprehensive health and dental benefits, a profit-sharing bonus plan, and flexible hours.
Current job openings:
Software Developer, Storyboard GUI Developer
3. Fusebill
What it does:
Fusebill offers a cloud-based platform helping companies to automate many manual accounting financial processes like invoicing, billing and secure collection of subscription revenue, helping them to improve customer experience and control many aspects of automated billing including frequency, upgrades, promos/discounts, subscription expiration, and more.
The perks:
Fusebill offers a competitive salary, benefits packages, RRSP matching programs and generous vacation time – and even highlights free beer as a perk on their careers page.
Current job openings:
Developer, Account Executive – Outbound Sales, Business Development Representative, and more
4. InDro Robotics
What it does:
Operating in Ottawa from Area X. O, InDro Robotics is a Canadian leader in land, water and aerial robotics research and development. Having accumulated thousands of flight hours, InDro Robotics has a track record of collaborating with leading business and government organizations such as Transport Canada, Canadian Space Agency, NASA, Rogers Communications, and Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
The perks:
As an employee of InDro Robotics, you will have the freedom to grow professionally, and receive generous paid time off, a competitive salary plus profit sharing, and health benefits.
Current job openings:
Senior Engineer, Technologist – Network and Telecommunications, Business Development Manager and more. Learn more here.
5. Kinaxis
What it does:
Kinaxis provides cloud-based supply chain management (SCM) software and sales and operation solutions to multinational clients such as Ford and Unilever. The company recently moved into its new 160,000-square-foot offices and is growing along with the increased demand from companies looking for supply chain solutions to help them efficiently plan, manage and operate their supply chain.
The perks:
Aside from an office that features a sound stage, a full-service cafeteria, fitness centre, rooftop patio, and even an arcade, Kinaxis offers a company bonus plan, employee share purchase plan, a comprehensive benefits package and competitive pay, as well as health and wellness and social programs.
Current job openings:
Technical Project Manager, UX Designer, SharePoint Administrator, and more
6. Knak
What it does:
Knak is an email and landing page creation platform used by some of the biggest companies in the world including Google, Triumph and DISH Network. Created with marketers in mind, Knak is a collaborative email and landing page creation platform that integrates with top marketing automation software and gives teams a no-code needed solution for collaboratively creating responsive, on-brand landing pages and emails.
The perks:
Voted as one of Ottawa’s Best Places to Work in 2021, Knak emphasizes work-life balance and offers comprehensive health coverage from day one, minimum of three weeks vacation, staff beach vacations for hitting goals, professional development budgets and company equity.
Current job openings:
Graphic Design Lead, Product Manager, Demand Generation Manager and more
7. Lytica
What it does:
Lytica is a supply chain intelligence company providing insights into the electronic component market and is the world’s only provider of electronic component spend analytics and risk intelligence enabled by real customer data. Its SupplyLens Pro SaaS platform provides data and analysis to help clients build a better supply chain by reducing costs and mitigating risk.
The perks:
Lytica emphasizes professional growth as a top perk, highlighting the ability to work on cutting-edge AI, IP and Machine Learning. Lytica also offers a remote/hybrid work environment and features comprehensive benefits plans and salaries.
Current job openings:
Lead Azure DevOps Engineer and more
8. Industrial Agency
What it does:
Industrial Agency is a digital workshop, providing web, mobile and graphics solutions for a range of clients, focusing on not-for-profit and association sectors including the Canadian Public Health Association, the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame and the Business Council of Canada. Specialists in providing data solutions, Industrial Agency is also responsible for developing the membership data platform, Wicket.io.
The perks:
As a certified Great Place to Work in 2021, and 2022, Industrial Agency offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits including programs extending to mental health, an annual stipend for fitness and professional development, progressive feedback, team-building, skills and career development, and peer-to-peer recognition practices.
Current job openings:
UX Researcher and Designer, Project Manager, WordPress Developer and more
9. RideShark
What it does:
RideShark’s Unified Mobility platform aims to help governments, organizations and institutions to provide better, sustainable transportation options for stakeholders through an integrated commuter management solution within a single application. The platform’s Mobile as a Service (MaaS) technology gives commuters a complete portal for their daily transportation needs.
The perks:
RideShark offers competitive compensation rates, paid vacation, medical, dental, and extended health benefits as well as being remote-friendly and providing flexible working hours.
Current job openings:
Front-End Developer, Mobile App Developer, Business Development Sales Manager
10. Tehama
What it does:
Tehama developed a next-generation Desktop as a Service (DaaS) platform to help companies create cloud-based virtual offices, rooms and desktops. Its software connects remote workers with critical and data-sensitive systems, with the ability to connect anywhere in the world. In 2020, Tehama tripled its revenues and landed US $10 Million in venture capital financing.
The perks:
As a Tehama employee, you can expect a competitive rewards program with an annual 30-day flexible PTO, annual self-directed learning budget, and competitive salaries and stock options. Employees also benefit from a flexible work environment, and annual wellness budget.
Current job openings:
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