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Junior Software Engineering Developer (New Grad)General Dynamics Missions System International • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Junior Software Engineering Developer (New Grad)

Junior Software Engineering Developer (New Grad)

General Dynamics Missions System International • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We are seeking Junior Software Engineering Developers to support the design development integration and testing of mission-critical software and firmware used in land-based defence this role you will work within Agile multidisciplinary teams on applied software engineering problems involving systems integration embedded and firmware development automated testing and deployment in complex operational environments. You will contribute directly to production systems across the software development lifecycle working alongside experienced engineers on real-world capabilities.

This posting supports multiple junior software engineering opportunities beginning May 2026 and is well suited for recent or upcoming Engineering and Applied Science graduates.

In this role you may

  • Design implement integrate and maintain software and firmware components and plugins for mission-critical land defence systems.
  • Develop software for embedded platforms ARM processors microprocessors and Linux-based systems.
  • Design and implement user interfaces and features aligned with system requirements including potential exposure to Android application development.
  • Build and maintain automated tests (unit integration and system-level) using Python and related frameworks; support lab and field verification.
  • Configure deploy and maintain development integration and test environments (on-premises virtualized or cloud-based).
  • Participate in Agile team ceremonies including stand-ups sprint planning reviews and retrospectives.
  • Collaborate with engineers across software systems hardware test and UX disciplines as well as product owners and scrum masters to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Document code design decisions test plans and integration workflows; participate in technical and code reviews.
  • Analyze system behaviour troubleshoot defects and propose effective solutions.
  • Identify opportunities for technical or process improvements and contribute to best practices.
  • Explore and support integration of emerging technologies such as AI-enabled tools cloud platforms and DevSecOps practices.
  • Assist with system-level testing field trials and integration activities; communicate updates and system behaviour to stakeholders.
  • Build technical skills expand domain knowledge and actively contribute to team learning and knowledge-sharing.

Qualifications : Required

  • Bachelors degree in Software Engineering Computer Science Engineering Physics or a related discipline.
  • Experience with at least one modern programming language (i.e. C# Java Kotlin Python or C).
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team.
  • Enthusiastic contributor willing to learn new skills and takes ownership of work.
  • Preferred

  • Experience with DevOps or CI / CD tools and pipelines including build and dependency-management systems (e.g. Jenkins GitLab CI / CD Maven Gradle Make Docker Kubernetes Ansible Terraform).
  • Experience with automated testing frameworks and practices including unit integration and system-level testing (e.g. pytest Robot Framework).
  • Familiarity with software configuration management tools (e.g. Git GitLab Rational Team Concert).
  • Scripting and systems-level development exposure including Bash or PowerShell scripting Linux command-line usage and embedded or firmware-oriented environments.
  • Experience with Android application development (e.g. Android Studio Kotlin / Java Gradle mobile UI frameworks).
  • Understanding of software development methodologies such as Agile or iterative development.
  • Knowledge of computer networking concepts and communication protocols (e.g. REST ZeroMQ).
  • Experience with AI tools such as OpenWebUI Ollama and Apache Tika.
  • How We Work

  • Work Schedule : 37.5 hours per week - flexible within core business hours.
  • Work Arrangement : A mix of onsite and remote work as determined by business and role requirements.
  • It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.

    Additional Information :

    What We Offer

    The expected hiring range for this position is $CAD annual.

    Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications including :

  • Relevant experience
  • Technical and non-technical skills
  • Education and certifications
  • Benefits

    At General Dynamics Mission Systems Canada we prioritize work-life balance. As a fulltime regular / term employee you can enjoy a supportive friendly and respectful environment with a competitive total rewards package.

  • Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage for you and your eligible dependents from day one of employment at no cost to you.
  • Flexible benefit options available (including HCSA).

  • Emergency medical travel insurance.
  • 24 / 7 virtual health care services.
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) counselling life coaching lifestyle change support and financial planning.
  • Onsite fitness facilities & employee resource groups.
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) with employer contributions after 3 months of service.
  • Access to financial advisors for investment advice and comprehensive financial planning.

  • Voluntary Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) accessible from day one.
  • Flexible time away to rest and renew with vacation holidays vacation purchase plan and parental leaves (with top up options).
  • Sick leave and disability programs.

  • Grow your career your way with free access to a learning platform offering a wide range of courses and resources.
  • Educational Assistance Program to support formal learning.

  • Self-directed mentoring opportunities.
  • Reimbursement for professional and industry-related memberships and dues.
  • Employee discounts on travel home and auto insurance as well as services and activities.
  • Free onsite parking.

  • Annual scholarship program for children of GD employees.
  • Employee social clubs and recreational activities.
  • Why join us

  • Purposeful Innovation : Youll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. Youll apply advanced thinking design expertise and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. Youll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity new ideas and modern solutions.
  • Connection : We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives experiences and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite overcome challenges and deliver the world-class quality were known for. Here we are committed to inclusivity and ensure every individual feels valued respected and empowered.
  • Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways : Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support professional certifications and continuous training youll have the resources you need to thrive. Youll work on high-profile impactful projects that challenge your skills expand your expertise and provide opportunities to learn from experienced mentors and grow as an early-career professional. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas broaden your skillset and expand your network.
  • Accommodation

    If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process please contact Human Resources via

    Closing Date

    We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.

    Remote Work : No

    Employment Type : Full-time

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