Software Developer (React/TypeScript)

About Kongsberg Geospatial

Kongsberg Geospatial does challenging work that matters. We are an industry leading software company that has been delivering real-time geospatial technology solutions for Defence and Aerospace applications worldwide for over 30 years.

Since 2006, we have been a wholly owned subsidiary of Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace in Norway, and we are an integral part of many key programs there. Externally, our technology is relied upon and trusted for a wide range of applications including air defense, search and rescue, drone delivery systems, and autonomous vehicle tracking. Our team members make a real impact in people's lives.

Job description

Are you a software professional that enjoys creating solutions that customers love? Our team is growing and we’re seeking a Front-End Developer to support the design, development, and improvement of several new and existing web applications.

This is a hybrid position located in Ottawa, Ontario.

What You’ll Create

We develop systems that integrate complex sensor interfaces, data, and equipment. We tie it all together using an assortment of middleware technologies and present it using innovative modern graphical user interfaces. Our user experiences provide application operators visualization of geospatial map and terrain data, imagery, video feeds, and sensor controls overlaid with real time data.

We are seeking an experienced person with front-end experience on several web application centric programs. As a member of a motivated and structured development team, you will contribute to the development and design of front-end web-based software React components.

Duties Include:

• Design, develop and enhance intuitive, high-quality front-end features using React.
• Collaborate closely with a back-end development team based in Norway to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• Actively participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies, with opportunities to lead planning sessions, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Conduct thoughtful code and design reviews to maintain quality, consistency, and best practices across the team.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to team members, fostering growth and collaboration.
• Join weekly coordination meetings with the Norway-based team to align on goals, timelines, and technical solutions.

You Have:

• A Canadian security clearance or eligibility to obtain one.
• A post-secondary degree or diploma in a field related to Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Software Development.
• Experience developing front-end Web based components using React and TypeScript.
• Experience delivering a feature from requirements to design to implementation.
• Experience with unit and integration testing.
• Experience mentoring developers.
• A passion for keeping up to date with the latest technology trends and tools.
• A desire to learn and grow.
• Excellent attention to detail.

It will be great if you have:

• Experience as Scrum Master or Product Owner.
• Experience working teams in different time zones.
• Experience with Material UI.
• Experience with UX and UI design.
• Experience with web maps using OpenLayers or Cesium.

How to Apply:

Visit our website www.kongsberggeospatial.com to learn more about us. If you fulfill the requirements and skills listed above, we look forward to hearing from you.

Due to the volume of applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We appreciate your interest in Kongsberg Geospatial.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please notify us through the recruitment process.