Telesat (NASDAQ and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 50 years. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.
Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.
The company's state-of-the-art fleet consists of 14 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com
As Software Architect, you will be responsible for designing and testing network management solutions, with a critical focus on utilizing YANG modeling for network configurations and event notifications. The ideal candidate will ensure our network management system is robust, scalable, and reliable. Within our Agile SAFe framework, you will play a vital role in the scrum team, contributing to the release train and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality solutions.
Main Responsibilities
Design network management solutions to monitor and manage Carrier Ethernet and IP services
Collaborate with network Element teams to define configurations and notification data models using YANG.
Define real-time network monitoring and performance management solutions.
Program network automation with gNMI/gNOI/NETCONF/RESTCONF
Design, develop and integrated automated scripts and tools into CI/CD to verify NMS functionality
Work with vendors to implement modern cloud native OSS/NMS solutions
Review and approve design documents, test strategies, plans, and scripts.
Maintain accurate documentation of OSS/NMS requirements, configurations, processes, and procedures.
Resolve complex OSS/NMS implementation and network problems with cross-functional teams.
Enforce security best practices to protect network systems and data integrity.
Education and Experience Required
Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
10-12 years in network management and software design
Proficient in Layer 2/3 protocols, YANG modeling, gRPC/gNMI/gNOI
Programming skills in modern C++, GNU C, Go, Python 3.x, and BDD test frameworks
Experience in developing software within docker container hosted in Linux environment
Knowledge in Protocols and Standards:
Layer 3 protocols: IP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, SR-MPLS
Layer 2 protocols: Ethernet, VLAN, STP, LACP
MEF and TMF Standards
Decision Making and Supervision
This role requires making recommendations and decisions which will have influence on the network operations and control solution of the Telesat Lightspeed network.
This role requires contributions as an individual and a team member.
Working Conditions
Hybrid workplace model with four days (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri) a week in the office.
Occasional travel is anticipated.
The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP)
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