Software Test Engineer


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Closes: August 31, 2020
Nova Scotia
Dartmouth

GeoSpectrum Technologies Inc., (GTI) specializes in underwater acoustic transducers and systems and has been recognized as a leading provider of specialized surveillance software for a variety of applications including military sonar (multistatic-active, passive, mine hunting), marine mammal monitoring, and ocean observation. GTI’s ability to provide integrated, end-to-end sonar systems and winch and handling systems sets us apart from the rest.

We are currently seeking an Intermediate Software Test Engineer who gets an immense amount of pleasure from seeing their services enable their team to achieve amazing quality – quickly. Our Ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of related experience. Qualifications must include formal training in software development from a recognized college or university and/or significant relevant industry experience. Compensation is competitive and will depend on qualifications and experience.

WHAT WE DO

  • Specialize in underwater acoustic transducers and systems
  • Consult on the integration and testing of acoustic systems
  • Design and manufacturer hydrophones and sound projectors
  • Simulate real-world sonar experiences with advanced tooling.
  • Build the tools and automation to simplify daily tasks by having computers doing all the repetitive work.
  • Tackle challenges around scale, security, analytics, and cross-platform portability
  • Love working in a fast-paced Agile software development environment.

WHAT YOU DO

  • Determine test approach and define test specifications for sonar applications.
  • Execute tests for on both isolated test environments and fully integrated sonar systems.
  • Review of requirements/specifications for testability and collaborate with Product Owner and
  • Stakeholders to create product acceptance criteria.
  • Contributing to defining and implementing automated tests and a strong interest in further developing skills for this.
  • Report test results and recommendations to improve software programs based on these results.
  • Collaborate with developers on root cause analysis of issues that arise throughout the SDLC
  • Participate in the preparation and support of customer acceptance processes.


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Strong experience in defining functional test specifications, test execution and reporting.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
  • Strong problem solving, root cause analysis skills and attention to details.
  • Business focused with preference for previous work in (or contexutal understanding of) in sonar operation, acoustics analysis and/or mixed signal electronics.
  • Preferably experienced in implementing automated tests. Experience with automated testing tools such as Cucumber, Behave and Selenium Webdriver is a big plus.
  • Preferably experienced with programming languages such as Java, Python and C++ and code reviews.

GeoSpectrum offers competitive salary and benefits, and a comfortable, flexible work environment within a highly skilled team. If you enjoy tasks that require a methodical approach, attention to detail, and critical analysis; then this may be the right opportunity for you!

TO APPLY

If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, please send both your resume and a covering letter to jobs@geospectrum.ca. While we sincerely thank all applicants for applying, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.