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Intermediate Software Developer

MDA Space logoMDA SpaceKanata, ON, CanadaPosted 5d ago
  • ITAR / US person

About the job

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure.

The global MDA Space team of more than 4,000 space experts has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one.

For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there. For more information, visit www.mda.space . We’re on the hunt for an Intermediate Software Developer on our Robotics & Space Operations team at our Kanata office.

With 40 years of operational experience and proven performance on the iconic Canadarm programs including Space Shuttle and International Space Station robotics and operations support, our Robotics & Space Operations team has 100% mission success in making space dreams come true.

As an Intermediate Software Developer, you will be designing, developing, integrating, and testing software for a range of vision system sensors, including developing next-generation 3D LiDAR sensors for space applications. ## Roles - Applying engineering principles to moderately complex projects or contributing as part of a team to complex projects relating to the design of products or tools - May be assigned problems of diverse scope where independent studies, analyses, interpretations and conclusions are made - Performs requirements analyses and prepares software specifications - Develop software architectural designs - Designs, codes and tests software - Participates in software and systems integration testing activities - Interfaces with customers during requirements definition and design review activities - Participates in technical meetings with customers - Collaborates with other engineering/project team disciplines for design and testing activities ## Experience and Qualifications - BSc. or equivalent in computer science, math, engineering, or physics - 2.5 - 5 years of relevant post-graduation working experience - Experience in the following areas is mandatory 2+ years of current C++ development - Software development under Linux and Windows - Experience in the following areas would be an asset: Software design for automated test and test-driven development, along with associated tools such as FakeIt, Catch2 - CI/CD pipelines and related tools, such as Jenkins, Docker - Interfacing to third party libraries such as OpenCV, OpenGL, Embree - Developing new products / experience in the full software development lifecycle - Low level software development / FPGA interface software - Familiar with military and/or commercial software development standards - Qt, Python, Bash, MatLab development experience - Self-motivated with exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, both verbal and written - Ability to work well in a team-oriented, rapidly changing environment - Must be willing to work in a hands-on environment We’re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth.

If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there. We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA Space welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it.

An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA Space and Canada’s leadership in this next golden age. ## Comments/Special Considerations Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR. ## Benefits statement MDA Space provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations.

As a team member of MDA Space, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program. ## Equal opportunity statement MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us. ## Accommodations MDA Space is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process.

Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

From MDA Space's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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