Software Architect – System Model Application

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  • Location: Ottawa, ON
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #32513

Job Description: Software Architect – System Model Application

Our Software Development team architects, develops, tests, and maintains a state-of-the-art engineering software tool that runs on high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure. This application is designed to model resource allocation and end-to-end communication system performance for a next-generation satellite constellation.

As a Software Architect, the selected candidate will play a key leadership role in the software’s development, productization, and ongoing maintenance. This position provides critical day-to-day technical direction to team members, fostering a cohesive and productive development environment. The Software Architect will also collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure seamless integration and alignment with organizational goals.


Main Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of the System Model suite, enhancing its readiness as a production-grade engine for operational business applications running in HPC environments—both cloud-based and on-premise.

  • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and support to the development team, encouraging innovation and collaboration.

  • Develop and propose solutions to complex technical challenges, including recommendations on software architecture and technology stacks.

  • Collaborate with system engineers, product owners, and testing teams to gather requirements and deliver robust software solutions.

  • Produce clear technical documentation for internal stakeholders and external collaborators.


Education and Experience Required

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

  • Extensive hands-on experience in software development.

  • Prior experience in a technical leadership or architecture role.

  • Proficiency in programming languages including C/C++, Golang, Java, Python, SQL, and Bash.

  • Experience with tools and technologies such as Kubernetes (including Helm charts), Terraform, Packer, Ansible, containerization, and secret management (e.g., Azure Key Vault, HashiCorp Vault).

  • Familiarity with Azure Cloud services, including fundamentals, IAM, and networking.

  • Experience with Matlab and related best practices is an asset.

  • Comfortable working within Agile development environments.

  • Experience with cluster job managers.

  • Background in satellite or communication systems is beneficial but not required.

  • 10+ years of professional experience in software development or system architecture.


Additional Skills and Abilities

  • Strong problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.

  • Collaborative team player who fosters a positive, innovative team environment.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Proven ability to effectively engage with stakeholders, engineering teams, and partners.

  • Solid understanding of the business context and constraints of software system design and deployment.

  • Ability to manage competing priorities and project demands.

  • Passion for learning and working with complex systems and technologies.

  • Fluency in English (written and spoken); French is an asset.

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