Software Team Lead - Onsite Position

We’re looking for highly motivated Software Team Lead to join our team in Ottawa, ON. You will lead a dynamic group of Software Developers responsible for the development of new products and the support of the existing product lines. You must be resourceful and able to overcome new challenges using insightful design and engineering skills coupled with innovative approaches. You are responsible for planning, overseeing, and contributing to software development related activities, ensuring business and customer objectives are accomplished.

You will also work closely with other cross-functional team members in Engineering, Customer Support and Product Management. You coach, mentor, guide, and help nurture a team of software developers to realize their full potential and adopt our culture of quality and customer satisfaction.

Location: Ottawa, ON

Salary: $90,300 - $140,000 plus bonus opportunity

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People:

Paid Time Off | RRSP with Employer Match | Health and Wellness Benefits | Learning and Development Opportunities | Competitive Pay | Referral Program | Recognition | Employee Stock Purchase Plan | Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge:

• Engineer, Design, Develop and Test new embedded products at the forefront of technology

• Ensure on-time delivery of software deliverables for complex product developments

• Support and enhance existing embedded software

• Provide task breakdowns and accurate estimates for project planning

• Apply established development processes and assist in process improvement

• Analyze requirements, research and identify solutions and develop the design and conduct architecture, design and code reviews

• Provide input to architecture and design reviews

• Keep current with embedded software trends and share knowledge

• Reading and understanding IC datasheets, register descriptions and board schematics

• Participate in maintaining a positive and productive atmosphere within the team

• Responsible for the career development, training and performance evaluations of assigned staff

What You Bring:

People & Technical Leadership

• Ability to build, motivate, and retain high-performing teams

• Track record of successfully delivering on schedule and within budget

• Experience evaluating technical performance, conducting talent reviews, and recommending training/development plans

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; able to translate complex technical topics for diverse audiences

• Results-oriented leader who holds self and team accountable, champions process improvement, and drives customer satisfaction

• Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities and shifting requirements

Technical Depth

• Strong understanding of software design and engineering principles and application to real world use

• Experience working with a multi-disciplined team

• Knowledge of software engineering best practices and standards

• Focus on writing supportable, portable code

• Development of embedded firmware solutions for Intel, Power Architecture and Arm processors

• Proficient using the high-level programming language such as C to develop device drivers and solve complex device integration problems

• Familiarity with IC datasheets, register descriptions and board schematics

• Strong troubleshooting, problem solving, and software debugging skills

Hands-On Experience

• Das U-Boot firmware development for ARM and Power Architecture

• UEFI firmware development for Intel

• Slim Bootloader (SBL) development for Intel

• Bare metal programing and Board bring-up

• Familiarity with the following OS architectures; Linux, VxWorks, and Windows

• Software configuration management tools such as GIT and Bitbucket

• Software task and defect tracking tools such as JIRA

• Software test tools and methodologies as well as scripting tools and languages such as Python

• Familiarity with any of the following technologies: PCIe, Ethernet, MDIO, I2C, SPI, TPM, non-volatile memories, SATA, USB, eMMC, NVMe

• Use of hardware debugging tools, such as Digital Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, and DMMs

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science (or equivalent)

• 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership role

Who We Are:

Curtiss-Wright creates a wide variety of embedded computer products designed for the rugged defense industry. Our customers want the latest cutting-edge consumer technology adapted to a rugged form factor and our mission is to make that a reality! As part of a dynamic multi-disciplined team, your job will be to support the development of new embedded systems products, and to enhance our existing products.

To learn more visit: https://www.curtisswrightds.com/about/company/locations/ottawa

No unsolicited agency submittals please.  Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal.  Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.  

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.