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 an integral member of the Scrum team, contribute to the design, development, and testing of our cutting-edge LightSpeed software. Collaborate closely with the test and support teams to ensure comprehensive testing and timely resolution of software defects. You will actively participate in technical discussions, help drive design decisions, and document technical solutions and outcomes.
In this role, the Software Developer will own specific software modules and be responsible for their implementation, quality, maintainability, and functionality.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborate with engineers in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software applications
Develop and maintain embedded software modules using C++ and Python
Implement networking solutions to support reliable communication between software components
Contribute to the development of software tools, libraries, and frameworks to improve product quality and development efficiency
Participate in code reviews and help maintain coding standards and software quality
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and technical issues with a good level of independence
Support the integration of software components on Linux platforms
Test and validate software features to ensure they meet functional and performance requirements
Apply cloud technologies, where appropriate, to support software deployment and management
Work with cross-functional teams, including product managers and designers, to understand requirements and contribute to technical discussions
Maintain clear and organized technical documentation for software designs, processes, and development activities
Take ownership of assigned features or components from implementation through testing and support
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
Experience working in Agile Scrum teams, preferably within a SAFe environment
3+ years of experience in embedded software development on Linux and ARM platforms (AArch64 / AArch32), including software and firmware upgrades and device commissioning
2+ years of experience in modern C++ development (C++17 or newer)
3+ years of experience developing and troubleshooting low-level application services interfacing with hardware components such as I2C, SPI, GPIO, SERDES, NOR/NAND flash, and FPGA
Good understanding of L1/L2 networking and security technologies, including IPsec, MACsec, secure tunneling, NETCONF, and TPM-based platform security concepts
Experience with satellite communication systems is considered an asset
Experience with Linux kernel development is considered an asset
DECISION MAKING & SUPERVISION:
- This role has no direct reports, but will work and interact with multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- This role offers hybrid work environment.
- Working conditions are generally comfortable typical of an office environment.
- international travel is required
The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP).
The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain both Reliability and Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP) clearances .
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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.
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.
