Job Description

SEEKING: Embedded Software Engineer in Ottawa

Join a dynamic and innovative team as a Software Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in the development and maintenance of cutting-edge software systems. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a major space program and work on exciting projects with a global leader in engineering services.
Responsibilities

• Collaborate with experienced engineers in the design, coding, testing, and maintenance of software applications.
• Develop and maintain embedded software modules using programming languages like C++ and Python.
• Assist in the implementation of networking solutions, ensuring seamless communication between software components.
• Contribute to the development of software tools, libraries, and frameworks to enhance overall product quality and efficiency.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance code quality and adherence to coding standards.
• Collaborate with the team to troubleshoot and resolve software defects and technical issues.
• Support the integration of software components on Linux operating systems.
• Assist in the testing and validation of software features, ensuring functionality and performance meet specified requirements.
• Utilize cloud technologies to enhance software deployment and management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and designers, to understand requirements and contribute to technical discussions.
• Maintain clear and organized documentation of software designs, processes, and development tasks.
• Demonstrate effective teamwork and communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced satellite ground segment software systems, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in software development using C++ and Python, focusing on embedded systems.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
• Proficiency in using the Linux operating system.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in Modern C++ (17/20 preferred, open to 11/14).
• Experience in new feature and functionality development from start to finish.
• Knowledge of embedded systems (Linux or RTOS), TCP/IP, C, routers and switches, Ethernet, GRPC, STL, satcom.
• Python experience.
• Familiarity with Layer 2 protocols.
• Ability to write own unit tests.
• Experience working within a Scrum/Agile framework.
• Knowledge of MATLAB.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively within a diverse team.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and tools.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality software.
• Ability to design software with consideration for hardware resource constraints.

Work Environment
Work on-site in downtown Ottawa with a flexible schedule that includes four days in the office. Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Ottawa, ON. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $73.00/hr. Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Ottawa,ON.
A propos d'Actalent:
Actalent est un chef de file mondial des services d'ingenierie et de sciences et des solutions de talents. Nous aidons les entreprises visionnaires a faire progresser leurs initiatives en matiere d'ingenierie et de science en leur donnant acces a des experts specialises qui favorisent la mise a l'echelle, l'innovation et la mise en marche rapide. Avec un reseau de pres de 30 000 consultants et plus de 4 500 clients aux Etats-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe, Actalent est au service d'un grand nombre d'entreprises du classement Fortune 500.
Actalent est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l'egalite des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l'age, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d'ancien combattant, d'un handicap, de l'orientation sexuelle, de l'identite sexuelle, des renseignements genetiques ou de toute autre caracteristique protegee par la loi.
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About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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