ALTEN Canada
Embedded Developer
ALTEN CanadaCanada8 hours ago
Full-timeEngineering

About ALTEN:

In just three decades, ALTEN has become a global leader in Research & Development, Engineering, IT Services, Life Sciences, and Network Services. With a presence in more than 30 countries and a team of over 60,000 employees, we are trusted by industry leaders worldwide to deliver pioneering solutions and drive technical excellence. ALTEN CANADA, a proud subsidiary of ALTEN headquartered in France, is dedicated to serving the Canadian market. With offices in Montreal and Toronto, we combine global expertise with local insight to accelerate innovation across Canada.

At ALTEN CANADA, our consultants thrive on solving complex, highly technical challenges across diverse industries. From Life Sciences to Energy, Automation to Manufacturing, Aviation, Defense. Automotive, Rail and Transportation to Information Systems and Telecommunications, our unwavering commitment to excellence shaping the future of technology and industry.



Context of the project: As a part of Canadarm3 program developing the new generation of of robotic arms for space operation. Those arms will be operated from the ground so they need sensors and cameras for the pilot to drive it. The Ottawa division is responsible for the development of those sensors and they are looking for an Embedded software engineer to contribute to this development.


As a Senior Software Developer, you will be designing, developing, integrating, and testing software for a range of products from embedded robotics-control systems for the Space Station, to integrating rover navigation sensors and software, to developing next-generation 3D LiDAR sensors for space applications

  • Applying engineering principles to complex projects relating to the design of products or tools
  • May be assigned problems of diverse scope where independent studies, analyses, interpretations and conclusions are made
  • Performs requirements analyses and prepares software specifications
  • Develops software architectural designs
  • Designs, codes and tests software
  • Team lead for larger projects
  • Participates in software and systems integration testing activities
  • Interfaces with customers during requirements definition and design review activities
  • Participates in technical meetings with customers
  • Collaborates with other engineering/project team disciplines


Candidate requirements

  • Must-haves (3-5 max): C/C++ (Qt, OpenCV, OpenGL), embedded development, low level development, signal analysis
  • Nice to have: radar, lidar experience


At ALTEN Canada, your skills are celebrated, your ambitions supported, and your growth continuously nurtured. Join us and discover the difference of working with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, where endless possibilities await.

ALTEN CANADA is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide a work environment where every individual feels welcomed, valued, and respected, allowing them to thrive to their full potential. This includes our dedication to offer accessibility measures to those who require them. Should you require any accommodation during our recruitment process, please reach out to us.

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