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 12 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.
Resource is required to work onsite a minimum of four (4) days per week
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
- 3+ years of experience in embedded software development on Linux and ARM platforms
- 2+ years of experience in modern C++ development (C++17 or newer)
- 3+ years of experience developing low-level application services interfacing with hardware
- Good understanding of L1/L2 networking and security technologies
- Experience with satellite communication systems
- Experience with Linux kernel development
What We Do
Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability, and industry-leading customer service, Telesat is one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators. Telesat works collaboratively with its customers to deliver critical connectivity solutions that tackle the world’s most complex communications challenges, providing powerful advantages that improve their operations and drive profitable growth. Continuously innovating to meet the connectivity demands of the future, Telesat Lightspeed, the company’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, will be the first and only LEO network optimized to meet the rigorous requirements of telecom, government, maritime and aeronautical customers. Telesat Lightspeed will redefine global satellite connectivity with ubiquitous, affordable, high-capacity links with fiber-like speeds.
