Software Developer - R&D Tooling

Job Description

Job Title: Software Developer - R&D Tooling. Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain simulation tooling, data management systems, and communication software for hardware development
• Support chip designers with PDK and tapeout development, ensuring strong software practices and documentation
• Collaborate with photonic engineers, scientists, and analysts to develop solutions for quantum hardware systems
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and code review processes for reliable production systems;
• Develop full-stack web applications, dashboards, and service frontends

Qualifications:

• BSc in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Math, or related field
• 3+ years of software development experience
• Strong knowledge of Python
• Product-focused mindset with ability to deliver high-quality solutions
• Strong communication and teamwork skills;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and learn new domains

Preferred:

• Experience with simulation or EDA tools for integrated photonics or chip design
• Experience with optical or multi-physics simulations such as FDTD or FEM
• Experience with Python-based CI/CD workflows;
• Experience with cloud platforms

Benefits And Compensation:

• Base salary range: 110,000 to 140,000 CAD per year
• Eligibility for equity and company benefits;
• Opportunity to work on advanced quantum and photonic technologies

Other Information:

• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion
• AI tools may assist in the hiring process, but final decisions are made by humans;
• Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada