Software Engineer, Junior

At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, our focus extends beyond engineering technology solutions—we are dedicated to cultivating careers. Our mission is to establish a workplace that thrives on diversity, where your beliefs, cultural background, experiences, and ideas are valued and contribute to our collective strength. If you seek a purpose-driven career solving some of the world’s most critical problems, alongside some of the brightest engineering minds, your application is welcome. Join a community where your unique perspective propels innovation.

General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada is looking for Junior Software Engineers to join our Sonar Products team. Our sonar systems expand the defensive perimeter of ships and enhance the ability to detect underwater threats. Our team follows a Scrum framework for software development, with each Scrum Team working together to design, implement, integrate, and test software and system features for the product.

Assisting and supporting lead engineers and team members, you will:

• Performing design and/or analysis functions
• Documenting the analysis, design and test in accordance with development standards
• Implementing software to meet the requirements
• Developing and performing tests and debugging of code
• Identifying defects, resolving issues and verifying changes
• Supporting and performing system level test and integration efforts
• Participating in code reviews
• For Agile-based programs: Participating in Scrum events, including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective
• Verifying completed tasks meet the Definition of Done and the Acceptance Criteria
• Write software requirements based on System level requirements and design documents
• Expand knowledge of latest technologies, products and market trends relevant to area of work
• Performing related duties as assigned

• Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent
• Experience working on software development projects
• Experience using Java or C/C++ programming
• Experience with software engineering processes and tools
• Experience with any of the following development tools are highly desirable:
  • Git
  • Linux
  • SCRUM/Agile
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Strong problem solving and root cause analysis skills
• Enthusiastic contributor, willingness to learn new skills and takes on ownership of work
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment, with minimum supervision
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Canadian Security Clearance and a positive Controlled Goods Assessment. Eligibility to work in Canada either as a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• 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.

Our success is fueled by individual diversity, encouraging applications from women, members of the LGBTQ2+ community, multi-cultural backgrounds, and persons with disabilities. We will work with you around any workplace accommodation required during our application process. If you require accommodation or have questions, please contact Human Resources via [email protected].