Junior Software Developer (Modelling & Simulation)

Job Description

• Working on the clients Persistent Distributed Synthetic Training (DST) Range project (Persistent DST Range);
• Provide updates to DST Range activities on the clients Dashboard, a Microsoft SQL Server database with a custom web interface deployed to the Defence Wide Area Network (DWAN) and integrated with Microsoft Exchange and SharePoint;
• Coordinate with technical personnel (Core Services Section) regarding Technical requirements / calendar space required of an assigned Requests For Synthetic Effects (RFSE), Persistent DST Range activity or other initiative;
• Undertake communication with the client participants and external stakeholders;
• Coordinate the use of Persistent DST Range activities as a Force Development – to – Force Generation pathway in support of the clients natural training partnerships;
• Support Exercise Director and Lead Planners where required, particularly for Canadian-hosted DST exercises and activities;

Become competent with applicable software used in the scenario development, hosting, and refinement of the client Persistent DST Range capability.

Qualifications

Has a Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics OR has a College Technical Diploma related to Information Technology, Software Development, or Computer Science

Minimum 1 year experience in an applicable field of software development

Minimum 1 year experience performing the role of a Software Developer

Experience deriving functional requirements in a modelling and simulation environment

Experience designing simulation software in a modelling and simulation environment

Experience programming graphics using OpenGL, QT or equivalent product

Experience developing add-ons, extensions, or plug-ins

Experience designing, coding and testing using C++, C, or C# programming languages

Experience integrating and testing software

Experience investigating software products for use and integration into M&S applications

Generated test plans and procedures as well as written test reports in a “modelling and simulation environment

Additional Information

Able to go onsite 5 days a week in the NRC

Able to obtain and maintain a Secret level Clearance

Work-Life Balance

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity / Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days).

Belong@ADGA

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered : discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.

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