C++/C Software Developer – Linux Migration Contractor

About the role

We are looking for an experienced C++/C software developer to join a telecommunications client’s platform modernization effort on a remote, contract basis. You will lead the migration of legacy 32‑bit call‑handling subsystems to a 64‑bit architecture and help move virtual machines from CentOS 7 to Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.

Key responsibilities

• Migrate 32‑bit C++ call‑handling components to a 64‑bit environment.
• Develop scripts and procedures to transition VMs from CentOS 7 to RHEL 9.
• Support modernization of Java‑based web configurators.
• Participate in testing, release, and security remediation of the migrated system.
• Update CI/CD pipelines and related DevOps tooling to accommodate the migration.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of C++ development on Linux platforms.
• Minimum 5 years of Linux OS development and Bash scripting experience.
• Strong understanding of networking, virtualization and security concepts.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship and able to contract directly as a corporation or sole proprietor.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Required skills

• C++ and C
• Linux (CentOS 7, RHEL 9)
• Bash scripting
• Networking, virtualization, security
• CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools (TeamCity, Perforce, Jenkins, GitHub)
• Java
• Python, C# (preferred)