Application Architect – C/C++

Location: Ottawa, ON (Onsite at 1745 Alta Vista Drive)

Contract Length: Mid-June 2025 – April 30, 2030 ( 5 YEAR CONTRACT !!)

Hour Rate: 105-120/H

Security Clearance: Secret (Federal Government) Mandatory. You must have the certificate already. We won't apply for you.

Your New Company

Join a global leader in technology consulting, delivering innovative solutions for public sector clients. Our client—a prestigious multinational IT services provider—has secured a major, long-term government project in Ottawa. As their trusted vendor partner, we are seeking top-tier talent to drive mission-critical digital transformation for the defense sector.

Your New Role

As an Application Architect – Cloud Applications, you will be at the forefront of designing and developing advanced cloud-based solutions for a high-profile public sector project. You will lead cross-functional teams, mentor junior developers, and collaborate closely with both client and vendor teams. Your expertise will ensure robust, secure, and scalable application architectures, leveraging best practices and the latest industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead solution development and mentor team members in design patterns and best practices.
Collaborate with client and vendor teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Apply security best practices (ISO 26262, IEC 62443, NIST 800-53, ITSG-33) for data protection.
Prioritize tasks and drive initiatives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Work within export regulations, requiring Canadian citizenship or permanent residency (with select dual nationality eligibility).

What You'll Need to Succeed

Mandatory Requirements

Active Canadian Federal Government Security Clearance – Secret.
8+ years’ experience in application architecture, design, and development, with a strong focus on event-driven architecture.
Background in the Defence Industry or federal government projects.
Deep expertise in low-level programming and embedded systems (C/C++, Python, microcontroller programming, device drivers, firmware, bitwise operations, memory management).
Strong understanding of networking and communications protocols (serial, industrial, avionics, custom binary messaging).
Experience with real-time and embedded operating systems (e.g., embedded Linux), multi-threaded application debugging, and system architecture for custom applications.
Proven ability to bridge legacy and modern technologies, with middleware/API gateway/event broker experience.

Nice to Have

User interface programming (JavaScript/TypeScript), web frameworks (Angular, React), backend-for-frontend, Node.js.

Eligibility

You must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident. If you hold dual or third nationality, it must be from an approved list of allied countries.

What You'll Get in Return

Long-term Stability: Secure a 5-year contract, running from mid-June 2025 to April 2030.
Attractive Compensation: Competitive bill rate
Career-Defining Project: Work on a flagship defense sector initiative with national impact.
Professional Growth: Collaborate with leading experts and cutting-edge technologies.
Onsite Engagement: Be part of a dynamic team at a modern Ottawa facility.

What You Need to Do Now

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and meet the above criteria, we want to hear from you!

Apply today with your updated resume outlining your relevant experience and your hourly rate to J.Qin@hays.com. Qualified candidates will be contacted immediately for interview scheduling.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to join a world-class team on a truly impactful project. Apply now!

Application Architect – C/C++ --5 Year Contract in Ottawa --Federal

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