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Telesat Director - On-Board Software Development in Ottawa, Ontario
Director - On-Board Software Development
Telesat (NASDAQ and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 50 years. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.
Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.
The company’s state-of-the-art fleet consists of 15 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com
Telesat believes in the power of collaboration and the value of in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work from the office Tuesday - Thursday, leaving Monday and Friday for choice and flexibility to work where you feel most effective. This setup fosters brainstorming, problem-solving, and trusted relationships and allows our employees to come together three days a week to collaborate, innovate and thrive!
Responsibilities
People management of OBPSW developers and testers.
Develop and present project status reports, highlighting accomplishments, challenges, and risks. Strategize and implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful team outcomes.
Drive and support automation initiatives and champion quality assurance practices to enhance product reliability.
Organize team-building events, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions to foster team cohesion and professional growth
Provide technical leadership and guidance to the team members, ensuring that best practices are followed, and technical challenges are effectively addressed.
Uphold and promote the company's culture, values, and standards within the team. Create an inclusive and positive working environment where every team member can thrive.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of management experience in a software development environment with an embedded software focus.
Proven leadership skills with a track record of building and managing successful software development teams.
Highly collaborative team-player who can quickly earn the confidence of co-workers and teammates
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with management, engineering teams and partners / suppliers
Experience in dealing with business considerations and practical limitations related to system design and implementation
An aptitude for and interest in complex technology
Strong belief in developing carrier grade quality
Demonstrable program and program management experience
Extensive experience working in an Agile development environment
Extensive experience working in telecommunications and networking devices (Satellites, Optical Switches, Cellular base stations, IP Routing, Ethernet Switching).
Knowledge of satellite components such as modems, RF, electronics and antenna technologies are a plus
Experience reporting on development status and mitigating issues
Experience in dealing with business considerations and practical limitations related to system design and implementation
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration and team motivation.
Technical expertise in software engineering practices, including design, development, and testing.
Experience working with international and geographically dispersed teams.
Familiarity with automation practices and quality assurance methods.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Strong organizational and planning skills.
Decision Making
In this role, the individual will have significant impact on the On-Board Payload Software development. They will be responsible for the deliverables of the development team, talent acquisition for their team, and fostering a constructive work atmosphere.
They will need to make recommendations and decisions based on applicable experience.
Supervision Excercises
- This position has direct reports working in development and test roles.
The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP).
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At Telesat, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that values equality in the workplace. We are committed to providing the best candidate experience possible including any required accommodations at every stage of our interview process. All qualified applicants that have been selected for an interview that require accommodations, are advised to inform the Telesat Talent team accordingly. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential.