Software Tester

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.comOur Software Development team architects, develops, tests and maintains the Telesat Lightspeed System Model application, a state-of-the-art engineering software tool running on high performance computing (HPC) infrastructure for the modeling of resource allocation and end-to-end communication system performance analysis of the Telesat Lightspeed satellite constellation.

As a Software Tester, the selected candidate will ensure the quality and reliability of the System Model Matlab codebase through effective and automated software testing.

The selected candidate will develop, enhance and maintain a framework for unit testing, end-to-end testing and continuous integration using tools such as GitLab, Git Runners, and Slurm-based HPC resources.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases and continuous integration for the System Model within the Matlab environment
• Collaborate with the development team to understand software requirements and design test strategies accordingly
• Build and maintain automated test frameworks and infrastructure using GitLab, Git Runners, and Slurm-based HPC resources.
• Perform various types of testing, including functional, regression, performance, and scalability testing, to ensure code quality.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and work closely with developers to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor and manage test environments, ensuring their stability and availability.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies related to software testing and automation

Education and Experience required :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience as a Software Test and Automation Engineer is desirable
• Advanced coding skills and experience
• Experience with Matlab desirable including best practices
• Extensive experience with GitLab for version control and CI / CD processes.
• Understanding of Linux environments and command-line tools.
• Previous experience working with Git Runners for test automation.
• Experience with agile development
• Experience with Linux clusters and cluster job managers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and troubleshoot issues efficiently.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality software.

Specialized Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Creative problem-solver with thorough attention to detail.
• Highly collaborative team-player who can quickly earn the confidence of co-workers and teammates.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with management, engineering teams and partners / suppliers.
• Experience with business considerations and practical limitations related to system design and implementation.
• Ability to prioritize opportunities, needs and resources.
• An aptitude for and interest in complex technology.
• Fluent in English, written and oral. French is an asset.

Equipment Used

• Computers running Windows and Linux
• Linux Cluster HPC Environment

Decision Making and Supervision :

In this role, the incumbent will issue recommendations and have influence on the software design, development workflow and testing environment of the Lightspeed System Model

Supervision Exercised

This role has no direct reports.

Working Conditions :

• Normal office environment
30+ days ago