Senior Software Developer - BlackBerry Network Video Playback System
SlipStream Data Inc., a subsidiary of Research In Motion (RIM), delivers the fastest, most reliable acceleration, compression and network optimization technology for dial, fixed and wireless broadband networks. SlipStream's technology is the most widely-deployed Web, email and multimedia content acceleration solution in the world and has delivered increased profits, reductions in subscriber churn and optimized bandwidth for more than 2,200 service providers in over 50 countries. SlipStream enables ISPs to differentiate themselves by delivering a more enjoyable experience to end users. Our compression technology has recently been adapted to accelerate the BlackBerry Browser.
SlipStream is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join a high calibre, fast-paced team. This position will provide you with an excellent opportunity to apply your network application development experience to a core aspect of the BlackBerry multimedia experience.
Recent graduates are requested to provide up-to-date transcripts and cooperative education evaluation sheets where applicable, along with your resume and cover letter.
SlipStream is aware that a company is only as good as its people. Qualified candidates will join an outstanding software development team and can expect a competitive salary and benefits package.
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
- Intimate understanding of standard networking protocols: IP, UDP, TCP (Reno, Westwood), HTTP
- Extensive experience with development of highly concurrent and highly scalable network applications
- High-level familiarity with industry standard audio/video codecs (MP3, AAC, H.26x, MPEG-4 Part 2, Sorenson Video, On2 VP6)
- High-level familiarity with industry standard audio/video containers (AVI, MP4, MOV, FLV)
- Expert C/C++ programming skills; code will target all of Windows, Linux and BlackBerry embedded platforms
- Java (J2EE, J2ME, RIM Java SDK) programming skills; code will target all of Windows, Linux and BlackBerry embedded platforms
- Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science/Computer Engineering preferred; minimum average of 75%
To apply, please go to www.rim.com/careers and reference J0107-0588 Senior Software Developer - BlackBerry Network Video Playback System.
For more information about SlipStream, our products and our career opportunities, please visit www.slipstream.com. All positions are located at our Waterloo head office; the ability to work unrestricted in Canada is a pre-requisite.
SlipStream Data Inc. is a subsidiary