Lead the design and improvement of a software system for satellite communication, providing technical guidance and integration with engineering teams.
Telesat (NASDAQ and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 50 years. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.
Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.
The company’s state-of-the-art fleet consists of 14 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com
Our Software Development team architects, develops, tests and maintains the Telesat Lightspeed System Model application, a state-of-the-art engineering software tool running on high performance computing (HPC) infrastructure for the modeling of resource allocation and end-to-end communication system performance analysis of the Telesat Lightspeed satellite constellation. As a Software Architect, the selected candidate help lead technologically in the software development, productization, and maintenance of the Telesat Lightspeed System Model. The selected candidate will provide vital day-to-day technical guidance to team members, promoting a cohesive and productive work environment, as well as collaborate closely with other Engineering teams across Telesat Lightspeed to ensure seamless integration and alignment with our organizational objectives.
Main Responsibilities
- Help Lead the design, development, and implementation of the System Model suite, to improve its fitness as an operational production engine for business applications running on an HPC infrastructure, within varied software development environments, both in the Cloud and on-premise
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to the software development team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment
- Provide innovative solutions to complex technical problems, making recommendations on technology to use as well as potential software design and architecture
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including system engineers, product owner, and members of the test team, to gather requirements and ensure the successful delivery of software solutions
- Create technical documentation for stakeholders within as well as outside of the team
Education and Experience Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- Extensive experience in software development
- Experience in a technical leadership or architecture role
- Experience in the following languages: C/C++, Golang, Java, Python, SQL, Bash
- Experience with the following technologies: Kubernetes and developing Helm charts, Terraform, Packer, Ansible, containerization & secret management (Azure Key Vault, Hashicorp Vault).
- Experience with Azure Cloud technologies such as Azure fundamentals, Azure Identity and Access Management, Azure Networking.
- Experience with Matlab desirable including best practices
- Experience within an Agile environment
- Experience with cluster job managers
- Experience in satellite and/or communications systems is an asset, but not mandatory
- 10+ years professional experience
Additional Skills and Abilities:
- Creative problem-solver with thorough attention to detail.
- Highly collaborative team-player who can quickly earn the confidence of co-workers and teammates.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with management, engineering teams and partners.
- Experience with business considerations and practical limitations related to system design and implementation.
- Ability to prioritize opportunities, needs and resources.
- An aptitude for and interest in complex technology.
- Fluent in English, written and oral. French is an asset.
The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP).
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At Telesat, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that values equality in the workplace. We are committed to providing the best candidate experience possible including any required accommodations at every stage of our interview process. All qualified applicants that have been selected for an interview that require accommodations, are advised to inform the Telesat Talent team accordingly. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential.
Top Skills
Ansible
Azure Cloud
Bash
C/C++
Go
Java
Kubernetes
Packer
Python
SQL
Terraform
Telesat Ottawa, Ontario, CAN Office
160 Elgin St, Suite 2100, , , Ottawa, Ontario , Canada, K2P 2P7
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