Principal Embedded Software Developer

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced satellite ground segment software systems, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of embedded application software, board support software and OS integration
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define architecture, technical specifications, and software requirements for ground segment systems.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to the engineering team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Architect software solutions that adhere to Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles and utilize simulated software to rigorously test code functionality.
• Design software with a profound understanding of hardware resource limitations to ensure optimal performance in resource-constrained environments.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in satellite technology and industry trends, driving innovation and maintaining technical excellence.
• Implement and support MPLS/WAN/SD-WAN circuits and subnets.
• Guide the team in troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues, ensuring the stability and reliability of ground segment software.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Utilize expertise in cloud technology, virtualization, and containerization to optimize software deployment and management.
• Leverage software modeling tools to create robust and efficient software architectures.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, helping to evolve development processes, tools, and methodologies.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Direct experience for large systems implementation that spans a large development organization
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10 + years of experience in software development, focusing on satellite communication systems.

Specialized Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals (networking, storage, operating systems)
• Experience programming with at least one or more programming languages such as C++, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell
• Deep understanding of satellite technology, ground segment operations, and associated challenges.
• Good understanding of networking and routing protocols 
• Experience supporting and implementing MPLS/WAN/SD-WAN circuits and subnets.
• Prior experience in a technical leadership or architecture role.
• Strong problem-solving skills, capable of addressing intricate technical challenges.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and simulated software testing methodologies.
• Ability to design software with consideration for hardware resource constraints.
• Experience with cloud technology, virtualization, and containerization.
• Proficiency in using software modeling tools to create robust architectures.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Experience working with geographically dispersed teams.

DECISION MAKING & SUPERVISION

• In this role, the incumbent will have significant impact on the technical direction of Telesat LightSpeed program.  They will need to make recommendations and decisions based on applicable experience.
• This role has no direct reports, but will work and interact with multi-disciplinary engineering, teams.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This role requires presence in the office Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
• Working conditions are comfortable, typical of an office environment.
• International travel may be required.