Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Job title:

Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Client:
Myticas Consulting

Location:

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada - On-Site

Contract type:
Full-time

Contract duration:
Permanent

About

The Role
Myticas Consulting is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead the architecture, design, and development of advanced embedded and satellite ground segment software systems for a leading satellite communications organization.

In this role, you will drive high-performance, reliable communication solutions, working closely with Systems Engineering and cross‑functional teams. You will act as the technical lead within a Scrum team, setting technical direction, guiding design decisions, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with external vendors and partners. This is an opportunity to shape cutting‑edge satellite ground segment platforms, leveraging embedded systems, networking, and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced satellite ground segment and embedded software systems, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.

Architect and develop embedded application software, board support software, and operating system integration for resource‑constrained platforms.

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define architectures, technical specifications, and software requirements, and to translate stakeholder needs into effective technical solutions.

Provide technical leadership and mentorship within the Scrum team, guiding design decisions, code quality, and troubleshooting of complex technical issues.

Apply Test‑Driven Development (TDD), simulated software testing, and software modeling tools to create robust, testable architectures.

Design software with careful consideration of hardware resource limitations and optimize performance in constrained environments.

Utilize cloud technologies, virtualization, and containerization to optimize software deployment, operations, and management.

Support and implement MPLS/WAN/SD‑WAN circuits and subnets, and contribute networking expertise to overall system design.

Stay current with satellite technology and industry trends, fostering innovation and continuous improvement in tools, processes, and methodologies.

Requirements

Based in, or willing and able to work on‑site in, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

10+ years of professional software development experience with a significant focus on satellite communication systems and/or satellite ground segment software.

5+ years of combined work and/or education experience in Canada in software development, embedded systems, or closely related engineering roles.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.

Proven hands‑on experience developing embedded application software, board support software, and operating system integration for resource‑constrained systems.

Demonstrated experience in a principal, technical lead, or architecture role guiding cross‑functional engineering teams on complex software projects.

Preferred Skills

Experience applying Test‑Driven Development (TDD) and simulated software testing to embedded or satellite ground segment software.

Strong programming experience in one or more of: C++, Java, Python, Golang, Power Shell.

Solid understanding of systems engineering fundamentals (networking, storage, operating systems), including routing protocols.

Experience supporting or implementing MPLS, WAN, and/or SD‑WAN circuits and subnets.

Experience with cloud technologies, virtualization, and containerization for deploying networking or satellite ground segment solutions.

Experience using software modeling tools for designing software and system architectures.

Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and working with geographically dispersed teams.

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