Intermediate Software Specialist – DSEF

KWESST(a DEFSEC Technologies company)develops and delivers next generation military and public safety technology for military and first responder customers. The company is proudly Canadian and provides Dismounted/Mounted Domain Expertise in Command-and-Control software development, integration, and support services.

Job Description KWESST isseekinga highly skilled and experiencedIntermediate Software Specialistto become a part of our team.This position will be to support the Canadian Armed Forces as part of theDirector Land Command Support Program Management (DLCSPM) ofthe Department of National Defence’s(DND’s)Software Engineering Facility (DSEF) program in Gatineau, Qc.

The ideal candidate should come with a solid background in software development in a Client/Server or Collaborative environment.Core responsibilities will involve the design, implementation, and management of DND’s Command and Control Specialty Applications, with a focus onmaintainingthe reliability and scalability of these applications.Thiscrucial role will contribute to our mission of developingstate-of-the-artsoftware solutions for the Canadian Armed Forces.

Job Responsibilities

Manage,analyze,design,model, andimplementsoftware systems.

Provide software and application integration, analysis, and evaluation support.

Recommend software related system level solutions for discrepancies, deficiencies, and changes to equipment and specifications.

Liaise with software development and application technical groups to ensure system integrity, performance, reliability, and maintainability.

Review, analyze, and provide recommendation on software and applications,componentsandinterface documentation.

Prepare the planning and procurement support documentation for software and applications.

Conduct design, technical, and management reviews tomonitor, advise, and report on progress and potential problems.

Conduct and/or witness software integration testing and evaluation.

Supportthe development and maintenance activitiesin accordance withSAFe-Agile model practices.

Qualifications Experience A minimum of8years ofdemonstratedexperience in4of the 7followingcriteria:

Software engineering within a Client/Server Environment or Collaborative Environments.

Communications engineering (Hardware, Software and Network) or Specialty engineering (Security, Modelling and Simulation, ISR).

Software Engineering for Real-Time systems, Distributed Systems, embeddedsystemsor mission critical systems environments.

Communications engineering (hardware,softwareand network) or Specialty engineering (Security, Modelling and Simulation)

Software Integration: hardware and software, (COTS and/or custom developed) components into new or existing systems.

Demonstrated experience in the field of Firepower, ISR, C4ISR, or Modelling and Simulation software development.

System life-cycle management for software systems.

Demonstrated experience in the following criteria

A minimum of2years ofDefence systems project experience on militaryor militarycommand and control software systems.

A minimum of4years ofdemonstratedexperience as a Software Specialist within an IntegratedProductTeam (IPT)for an onsite client.

A minimum of 6 years ofdemonstratedexperience in the preparation of technical concept documents,design document, test documents,system specifications,ortechnical proposals in the field of Information Technology, Informationmanagementor engineering (i.e. System, software, computer, communication, security, or simulation).

A minimum of6years ofcommunicating information technology frameworks/strategies to management and technical staff.

A minimum of6years ofproviding advice,guidanceand recommendations on technical issues to support the decision-making of senior management.

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Effective communication and collaboration skills.

SECRET security clearance (or the ability to obtain one) isa must.

Education ABachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or asuitable engineering or technicalfield (or equivalent practical experience)isa must.

Skills

Scripting and Automation

Security and Compliance

Monitoring and Logging-

Problem Solving

Collaboration and Communication

How to Apply If you have a strong passion forcritical software developmentandare eager to join the dynamic team at KWESSTfor this position, which islocatedat the DND facilities in Gatineau, QC, we invite you tosubmityour resume. Please make sure to emphasize your pertinent experience and any certifications you hold.

Salary range for this new position is $65K – $110K.

KWESST (a DEFSEC Technologies company)

is an equal opportunity employer and is committed toprovidingequal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, disability of any other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating a work environment that is inclusive and welcoming to all, including LQBTQ2S+ individuals. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. In every step of the interview procedure, KWESST is committed to providing accommodations.

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