March is here, and while winter is still holding on, we can expect to feel the warmth of spring soon!
As the season gradually shifts, there’s still plenty to do around Ottawa. From indulging in maple syrup season to enjoying hands-on exhibits at the Canadian Museum of Nature during March break, there are many ways to make the most of the month with family and friends.
While the weather is still cold, the job market is not! Many companies are actively hiring, making this a great time to explore new career opportunities.
Each month, Invest Ottawa’s Talent Team highlights 10 Ottawa companies that are looking for top talent, helping job seekers take the next step in their careers. Continue below to check out our list of hiring employers this month:
1. Accenture
What it does:
Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments, and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth, and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. The company has a presence in 120+ locations, including Ottawa.
The perks:
As a Big 4 company, Accenture offers a competitive compensation package and many perks such as a wide range of insurance plans including health and dental coverage, group-registered retirement savings plan, employee share purchase program, health care spending accounts, gym and fitness discounts, vacation time, family leaves, sick leaves, maternity and parental top-up benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Current job openings:
Life Sciences – Associate Creative Director Copy, Data Migration Analyst – Azure, Marketing Operating Model and Transformation Lead, and more jobs.
2. Blackberry
What it does:
With headquarters in Waterloo and a significant presence in Ottawa, BlackBerry is a global leader in secure communications and enterprise software companies, empowering its diverse customer base with secure, efficient, and scalable solutions for today’s digital landscape. The company’s products and services include QNX® software for secure embedded systems, the BlackBerry® UEM unified endpoint management platform, the BlackBerry® AtHoc® critical event management solution and BlackBerry® SecuSUITE, a high-assurance secure mobile communications solution.
The perks:
BlackBerry’s employees enjoy a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement plans, generous leave policies, learning and professional growth opportunities, flexible scheduling, and remote work options.
Current job openings:
QNX – Senior Systems Software Developer (Integration), QNX – Systems Software Developer II, QNX- Intermediate/Senior Systems Software Developer- Networking, and more jobs.
3. Cisco
What it does:
Cisco has been a global leader in networking and IT solutions for over 40 years. Renowned for its innovative hardware, software, and industry-leading AI-powered solutions and services, Cisco enables both public and private sector companies and organizations to unlock innovation, enhance productivity and strengthen digital resilience. With its robust portfolio and commitment to cutting-edge technology, the company demonstrates its commitment to creating a more connected and inclusive future for all.
The perks:
Cisco offers a competitive compensation package and plenty of perks including employee stock purchase program, performance-based reward programs, employee discount program, flexible work options, paid time off & holidays, and learning & development opportunities.
Current job openings:
Networking Account Executive – Sales Specialist – Ottawa (Canada), Senior Software Engineer – BGP Routing, Development Engineer – Embedded Software, and more jobs.
4. Curtiss-Wright Corporation
What it does:
Curtiss-Wright has a long history dating back to the Wright brothers’ first flight in 1903. Today, the company designs and manufactures highly engineered, advanced technologies that perform critical functions in demanding conditions in the commercial, industrial, defence, and energy markets. Headquartered in North Carolina, USA, and with a presence in top global markets, including Ottawa, Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified, multinational provider of highly engineered, technologically advanced products and services. With a rich history of steady growth and a focus on innovative technology, a career at Curtiss-Wright offers creative challenges and a chance to work in a global environment.
The perks:
Curtiss-Wright Corporation provides employees with a comprehensive compensation package. They also offer a wide range of perks, including comprehensive benefits, generous time-off, career development, employee recognition, community involvement, innovative workspace, wellbeing support, and social events.
Current job openings:
Software Developer-Onsite Position, Product Development Manager-Onsite Position, Intermediate Software Developer- Embedded– Onsite Position, and more jobs.
5. Fidus Systems
What it does:
Founded in 2001, Fidus Systems is a premier electronic system design and development solutions provider with a strong presence in Ottawa. The company’s specialized expertise is in FPGA design, embedded software, ASIC RTL design and verification, hardware design, and signal integrity. By combining innovation with their wide range of expertise, Fidus support both startups and Tier 1 companies to accelerate product development and achieve market success.
The perks:
The company provides a competitive compensation package plus additional perks, which include a medical, dental & vision plan, a competitive salary, a hybrid work environment, paid time off, profit sharing program, a productivity allowance, a book club, amazing social/fitness programs, corporate philanthropy, employee & family assistance plan (EFAP), complimentary beverages and snacks, employee recognition programs.
Current job openings:
Senior Embedded Software Designer, Senior Hardware Designer, Senior PCB Layout Designer, and more jobs.
6. Larus Technologies
What it does:
Based in Ottawa, Larus Technologies is an industry leader in AI and ML-based solutions that support companies in the fields of defence, public safety, retail, and supply chain. The company develops cutting-edge software solutions that enhance situational awareness, predictive analytics, and real-time intelligence for government and commercial clients. With a strong focus on innovation, Larus Technologies is shaping the future of data-driven decision-making in mission-critical environments.
The perks:
Larus provides a competitive compensation package and other perks, such as a comprehensive health and dental insurance package, competitive vacation and paid time off, company-sponsored team-building events, and learning and development opportunities. The company also offer a hybrid work environment with a modern office in downtown Ottawa walking distance from the LRT.
Current job openings:
Cloud Engineer, Data Scientist (Senior), Software Developer, and more jobs.
7. Lumentum
What it does:
Ottawa-based company Lumentum delivers game-changing photonics innovation to enable breakthrough advancements in technology that transform the way the world connects, creates, and interacts. Lumentum has been an industry pioneer and leading provider of advanced diode lasers for high-volume 3D sensing applications used in a wide range of devices.
The perks:
Lumentum offers a competitive salary package with many benefits such as a comprehensive wellness program, flexible spending accounts, RRSP matching, employee stock purchase plan, student loan repayment program, professional development opportunities, educational assistance program, time-off programs, and commuter benefits.
Current job openings:
Hermetic Packaging Process Development Engineer, Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Director, Global Quality Management System, and more jobs.
8. Noda.ai
What it does:
With global offices in Ottawa, Washington DC, and London, Noda is a data and analytics company for the commercial built environment on a mission to profoundly optimize how buildings operate. Through deep sector expertise and cutting-edge technology solutions, Noda empowers stakeholders across real estate to reduce energy consumption, enhance operational performance, and accelerate the transition to net zero carbon.
The perks:
Noda offers a competitive compensation package plus other benefits, including enhanced paternity, maternity and adoption leave, competitive salary and equity participation, medical, dental and vision care plans, short-term disability, life plans, 401k & pension plan, highly flexible and autonomous working, monthly paid personal development days, and annual paid volunteer day.
Current job openings:
Cloud/DevOps Engineer, Data Engineer, Data Analytics Manager, and more jobs.
9. TechInsights
What it does:
Based in Ottawa, TechInsights is one of the leading knowledge hub and source of technology analysis and market information for the semiconductor and microelectronics industry. Founded in 1989, TechInsights has spent over 30 years providing advanced reverse engineering services to help companies understand semiconductor architecture. By delivering deep technical insights, we empower business leaders to make informed technology and investment decisions.
The perks:
TechInsights provides a competitive compensation package to employees. Other perks include medical, dental & vision plan, hybrid work environment, paid time off, and wellness programs.
Current job openings:
Circuit Analysis Co-op Student, Engineering Program Manager, Semiconductor Process Analyst, and more jobs.
10. Veeva Systems
What it does:
Headquartered in Pleasanton, CA and with offices in Canada, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, Veeva Systems is a global leader in cloud-based software solutions for the life sciences industry, helping pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies bring products to market faster and more efficiently while maintaining compliance with regulations. With a strong suite of products and a wide range of services, including consulting, the company is shaping the future of life sciences technology.
The perks:
Veeva Systems provides competitive compensation and other perks, including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, PTO and company-paid holidays, retirement programs, and a 1% charitable giving program.
Current job openings:
Architect – Infrastructure, DevOps Engineer, Principal Software Engineer, and more jobs.
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