Sr. Software Engineer
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Product Impact & Scope of Innovation: Responsible for design and development of on-board software and ground test software for our payloads.
Teamwork: Committed team player who freely and proactively shares knowledge with others
Problem Solving: Good analytical skills required to identify root cause issues. Able to develop test cases to make problems visible and to provide robust solutions to address them.
Planning and Scheduling: Ability to estimate resources for complete end to end solutions delivering product level software to internal and external customers.
Communication skills : Good documentation and presentation skills are vital for sharing knowledge within the software and to others such as the validation team. Documentation of APIs and code to a suitable level.
Other Traits : Flexibility in understanding the need for change due to business re-focus Willingness to travel to other MDA/partner locations to assist in delivery of project objectives
Essential
Proven ability to derive software designs from requirements
Ability to contribute to Requirements, Architecture, Design and Test documentation
Experience in developing C/C++ for systems using the Linux operating system
Experience of formal development, test, integration and documentation processes and associated industry tool sets, e.g., Git, Jenkins.
Desirable
Proven track record of innovation, particularly in bringing modern software technologies, tools and methodologies to improve products and simplify their development.
Experience in design of high availability software systems
Experience in design of secure software systems.
Knowledge of wireless telecommunications systems.
Knowledge and application of Python numerical libraries (e.g., numpy, matplotlib).
Experience of operating and automating radio frequency test equipment.
Knowledge of Linux kernel and device drivers.
Knowledge of electronics hardware related to our products, including phased arrays, processor electronics etc.
Python Development Skills
Personal Profile
Proven track record in developing quality software
Displays a proactive willingness to volunteer for work elements / projects outside job scope where the individual can contribute, aligned with company priority
Identifies, quantifies and flags problems
Capable of developing new principles and concepts
Executes to schedule on assigned work with attention to detail
Clearly communicates work/schedule to the team
We’re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.
We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA’s leadership in this next golden age.
Comments/Special Considerations
We are required to conduct a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) screening in which we will check your:
Right to work: To confirm that you are entitled to take up the position as well as check your nationality and immigration status
Identity: Full ID check
Criminal records: Basic Disclosure
Employment history check: Confirmation of past three years of employment (minimum) history/activity
Reference checks
Benefits statement
- MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, 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; private healthcare, disability income protection, life insurance, pension plan; and an employee assistance program. We also have a Hybrid work model in place, for a better work/life balance.
Equal opportunity statement
MDA 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
MDA Ltd. 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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