Junior Software Engineering Developer

General Dynamics Missions System International; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Ottawa is seeking a Junior Test Engineer to support software testing and development. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering and 0-3 years of experience. You will collaborate closely with teams to ensure high standards of product performance. This role emphasizes software development skills in languages like C++, Python, and SQL, and offers a full-time position with potential for remote work.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in test engineering or a related field.
• Knowledge of machine learning or artificial intelligence concepts.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of test systems for product validation.
• Contribute to software specifications and requirements for testing tools.
• Develop and maintain automated test software and infrastructure tools.

Skills

Software development

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors Degree in Software Engineering or related field

Tools

CVI

C

C#

LabView

SQL

TestStand

Python

Git

Job description

Overview

Are you a recent graduate or early-career engineer looking to build your expertise in software testing and development? We\'re looking for a Junior Test Engineer (Software) to join our Ottawa-based team. In this role you\'ll support the development of automated test systems and tools used in both design verification and manufacturing environments.

You\'ll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams — engineering, production, and quality — to ensure our high-tech products meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your technical skills in a hands-on supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of test systems for product validation and manufacturing.
• Contribute to software specifications and requirements for testing tools and applications.
• Define and execute software component integration tests; identify test configurations and document results.
• Develop and maintain automated test software and infrastructure tools to increase testing efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues related to product functionality and testing.
• Collaborate with design engineers to ensure testability and manufacturability of products.
• Analyze test data to identify trends, issues, and areas for improvement. Prepare and maintain clear technical documentation on testing processes and system designs.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelors Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 0-3 years of experience in test engineering or a related field
• Experience in software development using languages such as CVI, C, C#, LabView, SQL, TestStand, Python
• Knowledge of machine learning or artificial intelligence concepts
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and version control systems such as Git
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Nice to Have

• Exposure to automated testing frameworks and techniques.
• Familiarity with test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators).
• Understanding of electronic circuits and schematics.
• Experience with environmental stress screening (ESS) or hardware reliability testing.
• Project management familiarity (MS Project, JIRA, SPC).
• Knowledge of machine learning or AI concepts is a plus.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas, or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.

Additional Information

Our success is fueled by individual diversity encouraging applications from women, members of the LGBTQ2 community, multi-cultural backgrounds, and persons with disabilities. We will work with you around any workplace accommodation required during our application process. If you require accommodation or have questions please contact Human Resources via .

Remote Work

Remote Work: Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills

Anti Money Laundering, Accounting And Auditing, CISA, CMA, Community Support, Adobe Flash

Experience

years

Vacancy

1