The expectation is for a contract term of 1 year, with the possibility of renewing or extending the contract.
NOTE: This position is not remote – candidates must be available to come into the office on-demand when requested to support testing activities.
Nationality Requirements
Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.
Job Description
Scope
The Intermediate or Senior Software Developer is responsible for designing, coding, testing, and integrating software components within custom-engineered systems.
Key Responsibilities
Software component level and detailed design utilizing Unified Modelling Language (UML)
Software implementation and unit testing
Software integration, verification, and defect resolution
Contributing to software design, test, maintenance, and release documentation
Contributing to a team effort within an Agile development environment
Support the Software and System testing groups as required to conduct software and system integration testing
Required Skills/Experience (Intermediate Developer)
Degree level (or equivalent) in a related engineering discipline such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
4 – 7 years of C++ and/or Java experience
Self-motivated, adaptable to change, proactive, diligent, and inter-personal skills
Knowledge of Software Engineering best practices, methodologies, processes, and tools, specifically the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Experience with Linux operating systems and comfortable working on the command line
Required Skills/Experience (Senior Developer)
7+ years of C++ and\or Java experience
As above for an Intermediate developer
Experience providing mentorship and limited technical oversight of more junior team members
Desired Skills
Experience working on customized software solutions for government organizations (any level)
Good understanding of software configuration and build management
A good working understanding of Microsoft office applications: Word and Excel
Experience using software development and continuous integration tools (CI/CD) such as, but not limited to: Jira, Azure Devops, Jenkins, static code analysis tools
Wish List Skills
Sonar domain knowledge or similar signal processing intensive applications
Experience working with hardware and software emulators to conduct integration testing
Direct experience creating automated build pipelines in tools such as Jenkins or Azure Devops
Additional Requirements
The Candidate must be capable of acquiring a Canadian / NATO Secret security clearance and a Canadian Controlled Goods assessment to the satisfaction of the company
What does Ultra Maritime - Canada offer?
Ultra Maritime – Canada offers a competitive wage and vacation package along with medical, vision and dental benefits. Additionally, we offer the following benefits for all employees:
9-day fortnight, condense your two-week schedule from 10 days to 9 days and receive every other Friday off
Up to 5% RRSP matching after 3 months
Flexible work from home policies or the option to work on-site
Bonus scheme available to all employees
Purchase up to one week of additional vacation every year
Diverse & Inclusive Employer
Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.
We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, deferred profit sharing, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries
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We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.
Reasonable accommodation statement: If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email careers@ultra-us-gbs.com
Company: Ultra Maritime
