Senior Embedded Software Developer, Test

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 55 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 and Government 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 Satellite fleet consists of 12 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

As an integral part of our scrum team, contribute to the design, development and testing of our cutting-edge LightSpeed Software.

Actively engage with both the test and support teams to ensure comprehensive testing and efficient bug resolution.

Participate in the decision-making process related to testing.

Main Responsibilities

• Collaborate with experienced engineers in the design, coding, testing, and maintenance of software applications.
• Develop and maintain tests for embedded software modules using programming languages like C++ and Python.
• Contribute to the development of software tools, libraries, and frameworks to enhance overall product quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with the team to troubleshoot and resolve software defects and technical issues.
• Support the integration of software components on Linux operating systems.
• Assist in the testing/validation of software features, ensuring functionality and performance meet specified requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and designers, to understand requirements and contribute to technical discussions.
• Maintain clear and organized documentation of software processes, and testing tasks.

Education And Experience Required

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in software testing, focusing on embedded systems.
• This is the mid-level position, requiring 5 to 7 years of relevant working experience

Specialized Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Good understanding of SW development for embedded systems, networking concepts and protocols.
• Proficiency in using the Linux operating system.
• Proficiency in using C++ and Python.
• Cloud technology familiarity is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively within a diverse team.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and tools.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality software.
• This role has no direct reports, but will work and interact with multi-disciplinary engineering, teams.

Working Conditions

• This role requires presence in the office Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
• Working conditions are generally comfortable typical of an office environment.
• International travel may be occasionally required

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP).

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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.