Intermediate Software Specialist

Intermediate Software Specialist Company Overview Our client 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 Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Intermediate Software Specialist to become a part of their team. This position will be to support the Canadian Armed Forces as part of the Director Land Command Support Program Management (DLCSPM) of the Department of National Defence’s (DND’s) Software Engineering Facility 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 on maintaining the reliability and scalability of these applications. This crucial role will contribute to our mission of developing state-of-the-art software solutions for the Canadian Armed Forces. Job Responsibilities Manage, analyze, design, model, and implement software 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, components and interface documentation. Prepare the planning and procurement support documentation for software and applications. Conduct design, technical, and management reviews to monitor, advise, and report on progress and potential problems. Conduct and/or witness software integration testing and evaluation. Support the development and maintenance activities in accordance with SAFe-Agile model practices. Qualifications Experience: A minimum of 8 years of demonstrated experience in 4 of the 7 following criteria: 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, embedded systems or mission critical systems environments. Communications engineering (hardware, software and 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 of 2 years of Defence systems project experience on military or military command and control software systems. A minimum of 4 years of demonstrated experience as a Software Specialist within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) for an onsite client. A minimum of 6 years of demonstrated experience in the preparation of technical concept documents, design document, test documents, system specifications, or technical proposals in the field of Information Technology, Information management or engineering (i.e. System, software, computer, communication, security, or simulation). A minimum of 6 years of communicating information technology frameworks/strategies to management and technical staff. A minimum of 6 years of providing advice, guidance and 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) is a must. Education: A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a suitable engineering or technical field (or equivalent practical experience) is a must. Skills: Scripting and Automation SAFe-Agile practices Security and Compliance Monitoring and Logging Problem Solving Collaboration and Communication #J-18808-Ljbffr