Job Posting Title

Radar Software Developer

Job Category

Systems Engineering

Language Requirements

English / Anglais

Flexible Work Agreement Type

Hybrid / Hybride

Posting End Date

2025-11-02

Job Grade

PIPSC-3

Pay Range

$111,451 - $140,007

Job Summary

Participates in the work involved in the planning, development, acquisition, configuration, validation, documentation, enhancements, implementation and lifecycle of complex computer software systems. Provides functional and technical guidance and advice in one or more areas of technology and software systems specialization to technical and management teams.

Job Description

What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Challenging, team-oriented work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Flexible work arrangements
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure system safety is maintained within the software domain.
• Assist in system / software / user requirements gathering, documentation and analysis.
• Preform detailed design and implement changes / enhancements to software applications and systems.
• Design, perform, and review the code required to incorporate the detailed design.
• Create, perform, and review the unit, integration, and release testing for software and systems.
• Create, perform, and review data analysis on system performance and trends.
• Participate in projects of varying complexity.
• Participate in working groups related to the software domain.
• Responsible for planning, specifying, and evaluating software and computer systems in support of procurement activities.

Job Requirements

Education/Occupational Certification:

• Graduation from a recognized community college or university with specialization in computer science or engineering or a secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of Experience in software development.
• Experience in software engineering, development, integration, configuration, testing, and maintenance for sophisticated application and embedded software.
• Experience in system development projects involving the design, development, and installation.
• Experience in C and / or C++ and / or JavaScript.
• Experience in Python, and / or shell scripts programming language.
• Experience in operating systems (such as QNX or Linux).

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of object-oriented analysis and design methodology and techniques.
• Knowledge of software development and testing processes from preliminary design to formal testing and acceptance.
• Knowledge of various surveillance data formats such as ASTERIX.
• Knowledge of networking, communication standards and protocols such as Protobuf, Modbus and SNMP.
• Knowledge of cyber security concerns and concepts that relate to software and systems.
• Knowledge of maintenance processes, procedures, and business functions in context of safety critical system.

Abilities:

• Ability to formulate and evaluate proposals related to feasibility studies, design concepts, testing, implementation and life-cycle management of safety critical systems and software.
• Ability to write and review software and system requirements.
• Ability to control the quality of software and system products, releases, and modifications.
• Ability to create, document and execute test plans, cases, and scripts for software and system changes.
• Ability to provide expert advice, coaching / guidance, and opinions in area of specialization.
• Ability to analyze large data and provide summaries and recommendations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Personal Suitability:

• Develops effective and positive interpersonal relationships.
• Influence and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent testing and debugging skills.
• Problem solving and creative thinking skills.
• Works well independently and in close collaboration with team members.

Working conditions

• Drivers’ license is required.

• Occasional travel is required.

• This position is a hybrid position with a minimum – 3 days per week on site at the Ottawa Technical Systems centre, 280 Hunt Club Rd .

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for next steps will be contacted.