Join us in Advancing the Environmental Global Impact within the Rail Industry
For nearly 40 years, ZTR has designed, developed and released products that have a positive environmental impact within the Rail Industry. Planning for an environmentally sustainable future means taking action today in preparation for tomorrow. Everyone has a role to play and we take ours seriously.
What You’ll be Doing!
As an Embedded Software Developer, you will contribute to complex engineering projects and products through designing, coding, testing, and maintaining software applications using object oriented programming, industrial programming, communication protocols and more!
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Collaborating with cross functioning teams to create, develop, design, maintain, and test current and new applications and features
- Supporting and maintaining through all stages of the CI/CD lifecycle
- Identifying and implementing operational improvements
- Developing and applying new algorithms for mechanical and electrical system controls
- Implementing changes to existing and creating new engineering designs
- Completing code reviews, regression testing, end-to-end testing, debugging and more
- Assisting with projects and post-deployment through technical documentation, coding standards, project updates, troubleshooting
- Perform on-site system and software commissioning at global rail yards
Who are you?:
- 4+ years of experience in software development.
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical or software engineering or relevant degrees.
- Experienced in all phases of the development life cycle.
- Familiarity with GIT (Github/Gitlab) and CI principals
- Proficient with software development languages (Python, Go, Rust, C++, C, Java or JavaScript)
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills
- Knowledgeable in industrial communication protocols (CAN, Modbus, Ethernet)
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate to an array of technical and non-technical audiences
- Skilled in leveraging AI tools to optimize development workflows and enhance productivity
- Continuous learner and a passion for keeping up with technology trends
- Ability to travel internationally to customers sites
Please apply even if you don’t qualify for all responsibilities or skills, we still want to hear from you!
This role is open as we're looking to expand our team!
Why Choose ZTR?
ZTR offers a positive working environment and a group of friendly and talented industry leaders passionate about driving environmental and financial benefits for our clients. We encourage and support employees to find long-term success and explore opportunities that play into their strengths and passions. We value lateral moves as much as vertical promotions; we believe all roles should develop your skills, broaden your experience, and help you continue on a journey to build a rewarding career at ZTR.
At ZTR, we continuously promote a healthy balance between work, fun and family. This is a place where employees make a difference in our company and within our customers’ organizations. You will have the ability to direct your career path at ZTR as we are rapidly growing with numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.
The annual base salary is determined through comprehensive market research and considers factors including qualifications, skills, education, relevant experience, work location, internal equity, and alignment with local and industry market data. Our job titles may span more than one career level. Employees may also be eligible for our comprehensive benefits package, including Employer RRSP matching. Salary ranges listed in job postings are subject to change. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory reference and background checks, as well as proof of eligibility to work.
ZTR Control Systems provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources. We will address information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants in confidence.
At ZTR, we're proud to share that we do not use AI tools when screening and evaluating candidates throughout our recruitment processes. All hiring decisions are carefully made by our recruiting team. We thank all who apply to our roles. Please be advised that due to a large volume of applications, we will only contact candidates that we decide to proceed with via email or phone.
Skills Required
- 4+ years of software development experience
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, software engineering, or a relevant discipline
- Experience with all phases of the software development life cycle
- Familiarity with Git, GitHub or GitLab, and continuous integration principles
- Proficiency in at least one of Python, Go, Rust, C++, C, Java, or JavaScript
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills
- Knowledge of CAN, Modbus, and Ethernet industrial communication protocols
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to use AI tools to optimize development workflows and productivity
- Ability to travel internationally to customer sites
What We Do
In the mid-1980s five coworkers suggested an idea for a new product that was ultimately rejected by the company they worked for. Fueled with determination and armed with innovation, this group founded ZTR Control Systems in London in 1987. Today, our global high-tech company continues to develop new and innovative solutions for off-road industrial equipment markets, specifically in Locomotive Modernization and Industrial Internet of Things (IoT). The Railway division is recognized as Locomotive Modernization Experts, providing solutions to improve the performance and reliability of aging locomotives. Innovation is where we began and it’s the thread that joins us today. Every employee is encouraged to think creatively and this approach is what provides ZTR with a competitive advantage. At ZTR, we do a lot of things really well. That starts with listening. We listen to customers and create solutions and products that fill a need in the many industries we serve. We lead where others follow. We’re proactive. Trust is earned. We know our industries and we start with our own proven technology. It’s about innovating and creating opportunities, not just for our company, but for yours too. By understanding industry challenges and specific customer needs, we deliver exceptional and unique solutions through expert knowledge, professional services and quality products. We have been fortunate to be recognized with numerous awards, including the London Chamber Large Business of the Year, the Ontario Large Business of the Year, one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and most recently, we were presented with the London Economic Leadership Award from the City of London and the London Economic Development Corporation.
