About the Role
BlackBerry is hiring a QNX- Graduate Systems Software Developer (Sensor Framework) to join their team in a on-site capacity. More jobs at BlackBerry and this is an entry-level opportunity well suited to recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to build a strong technical foundation. If you’re looking to grow your career with a team that invests in its engineers, this could be a great next step.
Joining BlackBerry as a Systems Software Engineer means working alongside experienced peers on problems that matter to the business, with the kind of scope and ownership that helps a career move forward. This is a full-time position with the stability and benefits that come with a permanent role.
Role Overview
Working closely with senior engineers and mentors, you’ll play a key role in the team’s day-to-day engineering work. Typical responsibilities for a Systems Software Engineer at the entry level include:
- design and develop low-level systems software, drivers, or operating system components
- optimize for performance, reliability, and resource efficiency at the systems level
- debug complex, cross-layer issues spanning hardware and software
- collaborate with adjacent teams to integrate systems-level components into larger products
Beyond the day-to-day, you’ll be expected to communicate clearly with teammates and stakeholders, document your work so others can build on it, and continuously look for ways to improve how the team ships software.
Requirements & Qualifications
This role is designed for candidates early in their career, so the emphasis is on fundamentals, curiosity, and growth potential:
- strong experience with C/C++ and low-level systems programming
- understanding of operating systems, memory management, and performance tuning
- experience debugging complex issues across hardware/software boundaries
- comfort working close to the metal in performance-critical environments
- hands-on experience with Sensor Framework
Candidates who don’t check every box are still encouraged to apply — BlackBerry values demonstrated ability and growth potential alongside a resume that matches every requirement exactly.
Location & Work Setup
This role is based in Canada. This is an on-site position, with the team working together in person to collaborate closely on a daily basis. Specific work arrangements and any relocation details will be confirmed during the interview process. As with any on-site role, expect regular collaboration with teammates through a mix of synchronous meetings and asynchronous updates, so strong written and verbal communication matters as much as technical skill.
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step? Submit your application through BlackBerry’s careers page, including an up-to-date resume highlighting relevant experience for this Systems Software Engineer role. A short cover note on why this particular team and role interest you can help your application stand out. View all Systems Software Engineer openings if you’d like to compare this opportunity with similar openings.
