Job description
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 55 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 and Government 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 Satellite 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
As our Network Management System Developer, you will contribute to the detailed design of OSS/NMS capabilities that support our LEO Lightspeed network. Your responsibilities include defining YANG-based configuration and notification models, designing automation workflows, and specifying telemetry and monitoring requirements to enhance operational visibility and service assurance. This is a hands‑on technical design role where you will create interface specifications, YANG data models, and validation criteria, while collaborating with senior team members and coordinating with third‑party vendors to ensure solutions meet network standards, performance targets, and operational needs.
Main Responsibilities
- Real-Time Monitoring: Design and deploy real-time network monitoring solutions, including streaming telemetry, event/alarm pipelines, correlation logic, and operational dashboards.
- Network Automation: Build and maintain automation for service turn-up, validation, rollback, and compliance checks using Python or Go with full CI/CD integration.
- NMS Test Automation: Design, develop, and maintain automated scripts and tools to validate NMS/EMS functionality, including fault management, performance management, topology synchronization, and activation workflows.
- OSS Integrations: Work with vendors to implement OSS/NMS solutions and ensure proper integration with existing systems.
- Design & Governance: Review and approve design documents, test strategies, test plans, and automation scripts. Ensure alignment with standards such as TM Forum Open APIs.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for OSS/NMS requirements, configurations, operational processes, and runbooks.
- Operations & Support: Troubleshoot and resolve complex OSS/NMS implementation and network issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Security: Enforce security best practices for OSS systems, authentication/authorization, secrets management, certificate handling, RBAC, audit logging, and data protection.
Education and Experience Required
- 3-6 years of experience in a similar role.
- Proficient in YANG modeling, gRPC/gNMI/gNOI
- Experience designing network management systems using Layer 2⁄3 protocols
- Programming skills in modern Python 3.x, Go or C++14
- Knowledge in TDD and BDD test methodology
- Experience in developing software container hosted in Linux environment
- Knowledge of Protobuf, XML, JSON encoding, and template language (e.g. Jinja2)
- Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills
- Experience with NMS tools like Netcracker Digital OSS, ONAP, Ciena Blue Planet or Amdocs
Decision Making and Supervision
- This role requires contributions as an individual and a team member
Working Conditions
- Hybrid workplace model with four days a week in the office.
- The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP)
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.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
