Senior Test Software Developer (Python)

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company in the space industry as a Senior Test Software Developer. This role involves leading the development of innovative Windows applications using Python, ensuring high-quality software through rigorous testing and documentation. Collaborate with a team of experts to solve complex problems while adhering to technical standards. With a commitment to diversity and innovation, this forward-thinking organization offers competitive compensation and benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a difference in the space exploration field.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care

Dental and vision benefits

Disability income protection

Life insurance

Group retirement savings plans

Employee and family assistance program

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development experience on Windows OS.
• Strong knowledge of Python and OOP design patterns.
• Ability to work with complex software requirements.

Responsibilities

• Developing Windows applications using Python for internal and external customers.
• Designing, coding, testing, and documenting high-quality software.
• Troubleshooting issues in a software production environment.

Skills

Python

OOP Design Patterns

Software Development

Communication Skills

Education

University degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

QT

Embedded Linux

CI/CD

Job description

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure.

The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one.

For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

We’re searching for aSenior Test Software Developer (Python)on our Satellite systems team at our Montreal office.

Role :

Your initial mandate will require a skillset enabling you to lead the development of a Windows application in a networked environment using the Python programming language.

Tasks :

• Creating software applications that are attractive to our internal and external customers using the Python language on Windows
• Analysing customer specifications to generate precise software requirements
• Working from requirements to develop or modify complex software applications
• Planning work, providing effort estimates and driving your work to completion
• Designing, coding, testing, debugging and documenting high-quality software development applications
• Preparing documentation and participating in reviews
• Participating in integration, testing and deployment of software applications
• Troubleshooting problems in a software production environment
• Following established development processes and corporate technical and quality standards
• Identifying and incorporating potential technological advances in line with the long-term goals of our business

Qualifications required :

• A University degree in Engineering, Computer Science or other relevant disciplines, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 10 years of software development experience on the Windows operating system
• Good knowledge of Python language and OOP design patterns and standard development practices
• The ability to understand and work with complex software requirement specifications
• The ability to work in a team to solve technical problems within budget and schedule constraints
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Preferred qualifications :

• Familiarity with Ethernet based networking protocols and client server application development
• Experience in developing user interfaces, ideally with QT
• Knowledge of Embedded Linux operating system
• Experience in low–level development on Embedded Linux
• Creating tools to support development and test
• Familiarity with Agile development methodology and CI/CD

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Comments/Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

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 and Canada’s leadership in this next golden age.

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; 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.

MDA 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.