Work At Espial

Working Environment

Espial has a dynamic work environment where employees actively participate in building, delivering and supporting products to a global set of customers.  Our employees have a diverse set of skills and share a common interest in working to make Espial the leading developer of TV Software.  The work is challenging and rewarding.

We're looking for bright and highly motivated individuals to join our team and ensure that Espial becomes the company of choice for our customers.

Positions Available

Software Developer/ IPTV Platform Engineering

Posted: Jan 24, 2012
Location: Ottawa, Canada

Responsibilities

Espial is seeking a software developer to become part of a dynamic team delivering the Espial Media Services Platform to our global base of customers. As part of the Platform Engineering team, you will be responsible for developing the infrastructure that meets the performance, reliability and scalability requirements of our large IPTV, OTT and Video on Demand customer base.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years experience in Java programming is required along with strong knowledge and experience of commercial Linux distributions
• Linux configuration and development experience vJava development
• Scripting languages such as Perl and Python
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP and other network and internet protocols including SSL/HTTPS
• Performance tuning of web applications
• Strong knowledge of Carrier Grade concepts
• Demonstrated experience in at least one full software product development lifecycle
• Proven ability to work well on cross-functional project teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent system level debugging, problem solving and testing skills
• Assist Customer Support with the remote or onsite troubleshooting of customer’s systems
• University degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Ideal Candidate Will Also

• Experience with Oracle Databases and Real Application Clusters (RAC)
• Understanding of IPTV and OTT concepts and applications
• Experience working within a Scrum development methodology

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to hrinfo@espial.com

Product Marketing Manager

Posted: Jan 24, 2012
Location: Ottawa, ON

Responsibilities

The Product Marketing Manager will develop, plan and execute strategic marketing initiatives to drive sales of Espial’s product and solutions. The successful candidate will demonstrate a very solid track record in marketing within the software telecommunications market. Responsibilities will include:
• Formulate and deliver compelling product positioning for Espial’s products and solutions, including positioning, features and benefits of Unique Selling Propositions (USP).
• Identify and validate new and potential USPs based inputs and feedback from customers, market thought leaders, channel partners, sales and competitive inputs.
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of the competitive marketplace in order to provide input to product roadmap as developed by Product Management. Review candidate features for product roadmap with customers.
• Develop sales tools and collateral materials such as white papers, product presentation, competitive analysis and positioning. Develop product vision and roadmap communication in conjunction with product management, senior management and other relevant stakeholder.
• Educate and train direct sales and channels on Product and solutions. Promote customer success case stories.
• Lead joint promotions plans with Partners such as OEM and eco-system vendors.
• Act as the first line of contact for sales and support in RFX responses.
• Set product pricing for direct and sales and channels.
• Identify, define and execute on market launch for products. Attend key industry shows as the product champion

Requirements

• Minimum five (5) years Product Marketing experience.
• University degree in Engineering, Business or Computer Science.
• Must possess a unique blend of business and technical savvy. The position requires a highly motivated and capable professional who has a proven track record in marketing planning specifically with tier 1 ( telco and cable) service providers.
• Demonstrated experience in business case preparation and a proven ability to create, execute and manage marketing programs.
• Process-oriented and well organized.
• Must enjoy spending time in the market to understand problems and find innovative solutions for the broader market.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to hrinfo@espial.com

Network Support Specialist

Posted: Jan 24, 2012
Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Responsibilities

The Network Support Specialist will be responsible for the corporate infrastructure in our Sunnyvale office and user support for local and remote users. Specific responsibilities include:
• Maintenance and upgrade to network equipment including patches & driver upgrades for servers and workstations as well as hardware upgrades
• Monitor server performance and disk space requirements
• Provide account maintenance (creation/deletion) & troubleshoot on all Linux / Unix, Cisco systems – routers, VPN system, file systems, some Windows Servers
• Maintenance of the corporate Cisco phone system

Requirements

• Proven industry administrative experience with a Network Server/PC environment (minimum of 3 years experience)
• Cisco certified engineer
• Strong Unix/Linux skills
• Networking Courses or equivalent in related experience
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP and other network and internet protocols including SSL/HTTPS Provide
• Experience with VLAN Configuration for lab and multiple sites, and Cisco switch management, cabling experience
• Possess good initiative and be able to adapt to new and unusual situations and changing conditions and priorities in a group/team environment.
• Strong verbal communication and written skills to create and maintain network product documents relating to network operations and newly implemented software
• Excellent system level debugging, problem solving, and testing skills
• College degree in Computer Science or equivalent

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to hrinfo@espial.com

Software Development Manager

Posted: Jan 24, 2012
Location: Ottawa, ON

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering product on a predictable, reliable schedule
• Ensure high quality software is produced through code review, tools and process.
• Work closely with Product Mgmt in order to integrate customer/market needs into product development.
• Establish highly efficient processes to increase productivity and quality
• Ensure flawless quality of all software platforms
• Actively work to hire, mentor and retain a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and skilled software engineering team
• Work well under pressure and relentlessly achieve customer satisfaction

Requirements

• Must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience driving a development team using a disciplined development methodology
• Strong knowledge of embedded Linux, Multithreading, and graphics
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environments
• Expert knowledge (5+ years) of leading software development efforts
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or similar discipline

Ideal Candidate Will Also

• Knowledge of web standards including HTML, XML, CSS, JavaScript
• Knowledge or experience with open-source browsers including WebKit, Chromium, Mozilla
• Knowledge or experience with integrating and using low-level graphics libraries such as QT, Cairo, OpenGL
• Working knowledge of Japanese would be an asset

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to hrinfo@espial.com

Software Developer / Technical Customer Support

Posted: Jan 16, 2012
Location: Ottawa, ON

Responsibilities

Espial is seeking a Technical Support Engineer to support Espial’s global base of Middleware Customers and Channel Partners. Your responsibilities will include:
• Technical Support Ticket tracking & resolution via Web, E-Mail and Phone.
• Remote login to customer systems to identify and correct or advise on issues.
• Perform Customer & Partner upgrades both remotely and onsite (5-10% travel may be required)
• Work closely with Espial Engineering & Verification Teams to reproduce issues and deliver maintenance releases and patches.
• Act as a customer advocate within Espial to ensure customer issues are heard and fully understood.
• Keep informed on new products, services, and other general information of interest to customers, through successful completion of Espial Product training and self-study

Requirements

• Minimum 1-2 years work or school experience in Java and/or C programming
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
• Hands-on experience with Linux
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP, SSL/HTTPS and other network and internet protocols
• Scripting languages such as P and Python
• Relational Database (ideally Oracle) experience
• Working Knowledge of web standards including HTML, JS, XML, CSS
• Self motivated, detail-oriented and organized in order to handle multiple customer requests
• Strong team player who actively participates and contributes to team decisions
• University or college degree in Computer Science or equivalent

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to hrinfo@espial.com

Linux, C++ Developer

Posted: Jan 03, 2012
Location: Ottawa, Canada

Responsibilities

The Browser Software Developer will be a part of team delivering a next-generation Webkit-based browser for set-top boxes and internet connected flat panel TV's. Your responsibilities will include browser software application development, software porting, integration, debugging and optimization on Linux-based TV platforms.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in C and C++ software development and integration.
• Strong Linux development experience.
• Good track-record of designing and building fast, reliable, multi-threaded, Linux application software and SDKs that are used by other developers
• Excellent debugging, problem solving, and testing skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, juggling multiple projects
• Bachelor of Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering or equivalent.

Ideal Candidate Will Also

• Knowledge of web standards including HTML, XML, CSS, JavaScript, SVG.
• Knowledge or experience with open-source browsers including WebKit, Chromium, Mozilla.
• Knowledge or experience with integrating and using low-level graphics libraries such as QT, Cairo, and OpenGL.
• Working knowledge of japanese would be an asset

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to hrinfo@espial.com

Pre-Sales Solutions Engineer - France

Posted: Nov 22, 2011
Location: France

Responsibilities

Espial is looking for experienced and self-motivated sales engineers that enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, to provide pre-sales support and drive technical solutions for commercial and technical engagements. Focusing on telco and cable/MSO service providers, you will be responsible for:
• Working directly with the sales team, customers and prospects to understand requirements and propose solutions to meet customer business and technical needs
• Driving and producing technical solution proposals as well as detailed compliance responses for RFIs/RFPs
• Seeking new technology and ecosystem partners as well as working with existing partners to define integrated solutions to meet customers’ business and technical needs
• Staging, installing, configuring and delivering effective demonstrations and lab trials for prospects, customers and partners
• Preparing and delivering technical presentations and training to customers that describe Espial’s products, technology, solutions and product positioning
• Flexibility to travel ( up to 30% ) to meet with partners, prospects, customers and to participate in tradeshows.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years experience in a solutions engineering, field engineering and/or system integrations position
• Excellent customer facing interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain relationships within customer and partner organizations
• Hands-on experience in IPTV, cable and/or satellite pre-sales and deployments
• Experience in multi-vendor solution architecture definition
• Hands-on experience with Linux and network installation/ administration
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP, SSL/HTTPS and other network and internet protocols
• Knowledge of web standards including HTML, XML, CSS, JavaScript, SVG, SOAP
• Knowledge of TV standards applicable to the North American market
• Good at troubleshooting and problem solving
• Scripting languages such as Perl and Python
• University degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• fluent in French (for position in France)

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to hrinfo@espial.com