Sr. Software Engineer

OSI Maritime Systems; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Vacation

RSP

Work-life balance

Job summary

OSI Maritime Systems in Burnaby is seeking a Software Engineer 4 responsible for analyzing, designing, and implementing software subsystems. Applicants should have 8-10 years of experience, particularly in C/C++ development, and must be able to work under pressure while demonstrating strong communication skills.

Key responsibilities include following SDLC best practices, participating in design meetings, and mentoring junior staff. Competitive benefits and a collaborative culture are offered.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in a software environment.
• Experience in developing real-time interfaces to external systems.
• Ability to understand and work with complex software requirement specifications.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for analysis, design, and implementation of software subsystems.
• Participates in design meetings and ensures schedules are met.
• Follows Software Development Lifecycle best practices.

Skills

C/C++ development

Real-time systems

2D/3D graphics

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Mathematical applications

Geospatial applications

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

OpenGL

TCP/IP

UDP Multicast

Job description

Who are we? At OSI Maritime Systems, we pride ourselves on delivering world‑class navigation and bridge systems. With decades of experience serving military customers, we remain at the forefront of innovation in the maritime industry. Our collaborative and dynamic environment ensures every team member contributes to advancing marine safety and operational excellence. With a global presence, we are proud to have offices in Canada, UK, Taiwan, Australia and Germany.

Mission

The Software Engineer 4 carries individual responsibility for the successful analysis, design, and implementation of software subsystems and modules that have been assigned. The incumbent is also responsible for addressing customer requirements, performing complex development activities requiring extensive research and analysis, leading and mentoring junior staff members, developing project schedules and ensuring schedules are met, and participating in design meetings. As a member of the Software Engineering team, the incumbent carries collective responsibility for the successful implementation of the Company’s software product releases and systems.

Responsibilities

• Follows the SDLC, Software Development Lifecycle using Software Engineering best practices as described in the OSI documented processes and training.
• Follows the coding standards and best practices to write high quality source code in C and C++.
• Participates in peer reviews of the source code and ensures all development is maintained in the version control repository.
• Prepares software specifications and manages requirements for new software features.
• Produces software detailed designs and makes regular updates to the design documents when changes are made.
• Maintains the code by correcting defects (bugs) and troubleshooting system problem reports and customer tickets.
• Demonstrates full ownership for their work, resolving road blocks, and communicates deadlines and technical challenges to their Technical Lead or Manager.
• Makes recommendations and suggesting alternative solutions when needed.
• Produces software estimates and participates in technical work breakdown and defining scope.
• Identifies, analyzes, and resolves diverse software technical challenges.
• Commits to project objectives and meeting the project schedule and budgets.
• Provides technical expertise and reviews of documentation including the publications developed by the Technical Publication group.
• Produces software technical documentation which supports the project or department needs.
• May take on additional responsibilities as a Technical Lead, delegating work, tracking work, building teams moral, helping to move team road blocks and reporting on behalf of the team to the Project Manager.
• May participate in the concept phase including the creation of prototypes or use cases.
• May conduct extensive research and/or analysis when developing designs or reports that meet complex client needs (i.e. Safety Cases, Framework or Tool Selection, new Customer Furnished Equipment).
• Provides support to multidisciplinary teams and sales teams as a subject matter expert.
• Provides technical guidance and mentoring to new staff including participation in onboarding and the buddy program.
• May interface and provide support and assistance to customers while visiting sites or ships.
• Demonstrates professionalism when interfacing with customer and prioritizes customer requests.
• Commits to prioritizing and correcting Usability, Safety and Security concerns.
• Makes recommendations for changes to software development guidelines, tools and standards, and assists in the creation and rollout of new improvements.
• Complies with OSI’s established ISO-9001-compliant development guidelines and standards.
• Follows and ensures workplace operating and environmental, health and safety procedures and guideline compliance.

Decision Making & Authority

• Single point of accountability to deliver assigned work.
• Applies judgment and makes decisions to resolve routine and complex issues.
• Considerable judgment necessary in the construction of the software source code and the resolution of assigned defects.
• May be asked to participate temporarily in a design authority role, which provides additional authority to review and approve decisions for projects and products while in this role.

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Computer Science, Software, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Engineering Physics or Mathematics.
• Experience: 8-10 years’ experience in a software environment; experience in developing real‑time interfaces to external systems; experience working in an ISO 9001 compliant software engineering environment would be an asset; experience in the defense or aerospace domains is an asset.
• Technical Skills: Experience in C/C++ development under Windows in areas such as 2D/3D graphics, Open GL, TCP/IP, GPS, UDP Multicast, and real‑time systems are highly desirable; ability to understand and work with complex software requirement specifications; strong theoretical and algorithmic background with experience in mathematical and/or geospatial applications; ability to assist with analysis and design of solutions for algorithmically complex requirements.
• Soft Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; uses strong communication skills to ask questions, provide technical solutions and help build a strong team environment; ability to learn quickly and work well under pressure in a high‑paced, challenging environment; strong team work skills; takes full ownership of any mistakes that are made and corrects the situation.
• Other: Required to obtain security clearance; occasional travel; knowledge of marine navigation concepts and systems is an asset.

Why work for OSI?

• Collaborative Culture: Work with a talented and supportive team that values innovation and teamwork.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: OSI is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their best.
• Growth Opportunities: We invest in our employees’ professional development and career growth with an annual employee driven development program.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy health, dental, RSP, vacation and a healthy work‑life balance environment.

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