Software Developer

General Dynamics Land Systems - Canada Corporation; London; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in London, Ontario is seeking a software development intern to join their team. The role focuses on developing high-quality software for Light Armoured Vehicles, suitable for candidates interested in embedded or desktop development. With an hourly pay range of $27.25-$27.75, applicants are encouraged to express their availability on the application. Ideal candidates will possess skills in C or C++, software testing, and agile methodologies.

Qualifications

• Interest in embedded or desktop development.
• Preferred experience with UML design.
• Ability to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support team in software development stages.
• Conduct planning and software testing.
• Track issues and report progress.

Skills

C or C++

Software testing

Testing and debugging skills

Strong communication skills

Agile methodologies

Tools

Qt

Atlassian Suite

Windows Forms

Xamarin Forms

Job description

Location: London, Canada, Date Posted: Oct 21, 2025, Requisition ID: 4218, Job Category: Engineering, Career Level: P50 - Student, Remote Work Options: Onsite, Clearance Type: Ability to obtain.

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We are looking for someone to join our software development team who can contribute to the development of high quality software solutions for the family of Light Armoured Vehicles and who is willing to learn new skills. At Land Systems-Canada, we develop software for both embedded controls and desktop applications. We are looking for an intern who is interested in either embedded or desktop development and is flexible and willing to support either area. The anticipated start date for the role is May 2026, with an expected 4-month term. However, a variety of start dates and durations for this role are possible. Feel free to indicate your availability on your application.

The pay range for this position is $27.25-$27.75 per hour.

Job Description:

You will support the team as required in some or all of the following stages of software development:

• Planning
• Software testing
• Reporting
• Issues tracking and sesolution

Preferred qualifications or experience:

• Development on a variety of platforms including Window CE/Embedded and Linux
• C or C++ (x86/64, ARM, Motorola, Freescale)
• Experience with Unified Modeling Language (UML) design and/or model driven development
• Experience with serial protocols for communication and logging
• Testing and debugging skills
• Knowledge of vehicle communication network protocols (SAE J1939, TCP/IP, UDP)
• Ability to participate in concept, UI, and feature development
• Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements for confined space
• Control theory / Mechatronics
• Experience in Linux
• Real-time systems
• Vehicle systems
• Safety Critical Systems – (i.e. ISO 26262/MISRA)
• Cyber Security – (i.e. SAE J3061, NIST)
• Agile, V-Model, Atlassian Suite
• Development experience with Qt, Xamarin Forms, Windows Forms

This section objectively captures and describes the physical demands that are required to perform a particular job or role. Usually completed by the ergonomist

Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices as well as climbing in an out of Light Armoured Vehicles.

This section describes the type of equipment an employee is required to use:

Computer

Phone

Medical Surveillance

May include: Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on task

Personal Protective Equipment:

Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection. extraction coveralls)

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is committed to providing all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of the employment process. We welcome and encourage applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous Persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

If you require an accommodation to assist you with any aspect of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Contact [emailprotected] if you need accommodation.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. As such,, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.