Junior Member of Technical Staff (Engineer), Software Developer
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As a Software Developer with the Automated Charting and Encoding (ACE) program, you will make worldwide flight safer by improving the world’s leading data-driven aeronautical charting and encoding system.
You will solve complex problems through hard work, a passion for quality, an inquisitive mind, a team-first approach and an innovative edge.
A diverse team of domain experts and software professionals will support you.
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ABOUT 49North
49North is a Canadian defence company delivering secure, multi-domain C4ISR capabilities that provide decision advantage in complex and contested environments. A wholly-owned subsidiary of MDA Space, building on more than five decades of trusted Canadian defence delivery, 49North operates as a sovereign Canadian provider of mission-critical C4ISR systems, bringing disciplined prime-contractor execution to defence and security programs.
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49North is rooted in the execution of large, complex, and mission-critical programs developed within 49NORTH. This legacy reflects a record of delivery where engineering rigour, operational reliability, and national trust are non-negotiable.
49North Defence strengthens Canada’s sovereign defence capability by delivering integrated mission systems and multi-domain C4ISR integration, enabling trusted Canadian and coalition operations, assured interoperability, and sustained readiness.
Job description
As a Software Developer with the Automated Charting and Encoding (ACE) program, you will make worldwide flight safer by improving the world’s leading data-driven aeronautical charting and encoding system. You will solve complex problems through hard work, a passion for quality, an inquisitive mind, a team-first approach and an innovative edge. A diverse team of domain experts and software professionals will support you.
Job description
Create engineering solutions to achieve the mission of our customers Follow industry and corporate quality standards and best practices Plan work, provide effort estimates, and drive your work to completion Design, code, test, integrate, deploy, debug and document high quality software Troubleshoot problems in a fast-paced, continuous integration environment Work from requirements to develop or modify very large complex software applications Create internal tools to support team members and automated test
Create engineering solutions to achieve the mission of our customers
Follow industry and corporate quality standards and best practices
Plan work, provide effort estimates, and drive your work to completion
Design, code, test, integrate, deploy, debug and document high quality software
Troubleshoot problems in a fast-paced, continuous integration environment
Work from requirements to develop or modify very large complex software applications
Create internal tools to support team members and automated test
Requirements
- Programming experience in an object-oriented language Knowledge of object-oriented (OOP) design patterns Experience with Perl, JavaScript and/or TypeScript is desirable Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to solve complex problems within budget and on schedule A University degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or other relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Previous experience in the Aviation domain and Aircraft navigation concepts and systems is not required—but a keen interest in learning about it, is
- Programming experience in an object-oriented language
- Knowledge of object-oriented (OOP) design patterns
- Experience with Perl, JavaScript and/or TypeScript is desirable
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to solve complex problems within budget and on schedule
- A University degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or other relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Previous experience in the Aviation domain and Aircraft navigation concepts and systems is not required—but a keen interest in learning about it, is
- We’re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join 49North to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward.
Comments/Special Considerations
Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the secret level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.
Benefits statement
- 49North provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of 49North, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.
Equal opportunity statement
49North is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.
Accommodations
49North is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
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About 49North
Canadian defence company delivering secure, multi-domain C4ISR and mission-critical systems for Canadian and allied defence customers.
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