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Senior Software System Engineer

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Telesat

Telesat

501-1,000 employees

Low Earth Orbit satellite broadband network

Hardware
Aerospace

Senior

Ottawa, ON, Canada

Category
Backend Engineering
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
gRPC
MATLAB
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical computer engineering or other discipline or preferably Master's degree or PhD with extensive embedded SW and frameworks, like a Cobra, SCA, GRPC, RPC, security architectures, preferably with communications systems and architectures.
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience in communication systems software.
  • Knowledge of digital communication systems and specific experience with modulation standards such as DVB-S2X and DVB-RCS2, desired.
  • Good understanding of MATLAB or other tools for modeling and analyzing communication systems.
Responsibilities
  • Help to work with the various SW teams and create solid designs for inter-process, inter-system, and embedded best practices.
  • Work with system architects, antenna engineers, User Terminal, and Landing Station engineers to mentor them in industry-best SW practices.
  • Characterize and analyze system performance.
  • Develop and maintain performance budgets.
  • Provide technical support to vendors of the various SW systems.

As leaders in satellite technology, Telesat offers a dynamic work environment perfect for those passionate about advancing global communications. Their commitment to providing high-capacity and secure broadband connectivity using cutting-edge Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites places them at the forefront of the industry. This dedication not only to innovation but also to delivering ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds, positions Telesat as an excellent workplace for pioneering professionals in satellite technology.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$30.7M

Headquarters

Ottawa, Canada

Founded

1969

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The substantial funding from both federal and provincial governments ensures robust financial support for Telesat's ambitious projects.
  • The Lightspeed LEO constellation could revolutionize global internet connectivity, offering significant growth potential.
  • Public company status may attract additional investment and enhance corporate governance.

What critics are saying

  • Heavy reliance on government funding could pose risks if political priorities shift or economic conditions change.
  • The competitive landscape, particularly with established players like Starlink, could impact market share and profitability.

What makes Telesat unique

  • Telesat's significant government backing, including a $2.14 billion loan and $1.44 billion investment, provides a financial stability that many competitors lack.
  • The Lightspeed LEO constellation project positions Telesat as a direct competitor to major players like Starlink, but with substantial public sector support.
  • Becoming a public company marks a strategic milestone, potentially increasing transparency and attracting more investors.