About the Opportunity Applied Electronics Limited is a national industry leader in Digital Media Integration Solutions and Service, committed to providing customers with a high degree of satisfaction across all aspects of our business. We are seeking an experienced Senior Programmer to join our Technical Operations team. This position is responsible for the design, development, testing, commissioning, and delivery of Control and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) system programming. The Senior Programmer also provides technical guidance, quality oversight, and mentorship to other programmers while working closely with project managers, designers, sales, installation teams, vendors, and clients to support successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, commission, and deliver Control/DSP system programming and related documentation to meet client requirements and specified system functionality.
- Lead and coordinate programming activities, including programming delivery, system testing, commissioning, and end-user training.
- Provide programming labour estimates, target start and finish dates, and critical milestones to support project scheduling.
- Work collaboratively with AEL Sales, Project Management, Design, and Installation teams to coordinate programming requirements.
- Lead programming workshops with clients to determine requirements and develop programming Statements of Work.
- Provide technical reviews and design recommendations in support of projects, quotations, and RFPs.
- Provide regular and concise status updates regarding Control/DSP programming activities and project progress.
- Lead programming-related project close-out activities, including system testing, deficiency tracking, commissioning, client training, and close-out documentation.
- Mentor members of the AEL programming team and provide technical guidance, programming support, troubleshooting, and quality assurance.
- Establish and maintain AEL base programming templates and ensure source code is properly documented, backed up,



and maintained in accordance with company standards.
- Coordinate with hardware and software vendors to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, including software debugging, integrated system testing, and firmware updates.
- Identify installation, wiring, termination, or system quality issues that may affect programming and coordinate with the appropriate project or technical resources for resolution.
- Support troubleshooting and servicing of installed systems as required.
- Assist management in identifying technical training and development needs for programming, design, and installation staff.
- Maintain knowledge of current and emerging technologies relevant to Applied Electronics and the audiovisual industry.
- Promote and comply with company Health and Safety policies and procedures.
- Support customer escalations and assist with special projects and other duties as required. Qualifications & Experience
- Post-secondary education in Computer Programming or an equivalent field.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in an Audiovisual/Broadcast Control and/or DSP Programming role at a certified level.
- Master Programming Certification is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of Control/DSP system programming and industry best practices.
- Experience with platforms and technologies such as Crestron, AMX, Extron, Biamp, ClearOne, BSS, and Cisco.
- Basic networking knowledge; IP network certifications are preferred.
- Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, broadcast and audiovisual system components, system integration, and Control/DSP programming.
- Experience leading technical implementation teams and subcontractors.




- Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects and priorities while managing conflicting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong troubleshooting, critical-thinking, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional, team-oriented approach.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Ability to obtain high-level security clearance.
- Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel domestically and internationally without restrictions.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule, including extended hours, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call periods when required.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including working at construction sites, occasional lifting up to 50 lbs., and potential use of ladders or mechanical lifts. Why Join Applied Electronics?
- Opportunity to take a senior technical role in the programming and delivery of integrated audiovisual and broadcast systems.
- Work collaboratively with project management, design, installation, sales, vendors, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prospect to mentor other programmers and contribute to programming standards, quality assurance, and technical development across AEL.
- Exposure to a variety of Control/DSP technologies and complex integration projects. Interested in Joining Our Team? Qualified candidates are encouraged to by submitting their resume to [email protected]. Applied Electronics Limited thanks all applicants for their interest. Please note that Applied Electronics will, upon request, provide accommodations for disabilities to support your participation in all aspects of our recruitment process. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Salary Range: $90,000
- $110,000 per year The salary range provided represents the expected range for this position. Actual compensation within the range may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills, and other job-related factors.

📌 Senior Programmer (Ottawa)
🏢 Applied Electronics
📍 Ottawa