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Position Summary

The software developer will be responsible for implementing cutting-edge software solutions leveraging the latest technologies and our proprietary Radar Intelligence Network™ (RIN) by collaborating with experienced software developers, designers, product managers, and engineers.  The development work spans a range of front- and back-end technologies that enable radar, camera, and other sensors and IoT data to be digitally ingested, streamed, fused, analyzed, and finally visualized through our Surveillance-to-Intelligence™ (S2I) product suite.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate on system architecture and design decisions.
• Ensure scalability, performance, and maintainability of applications.
• Build responsive, accessible, and user-friendly interfaces.
• Optimize frontend performance and ensure cross-browser compatibility.
• Develop and maintain APIs and server-side logic using technologies like Go and Python.
• Implement authentication, authorization, and cybersecurity features.
• Design and optimize relational (e.g., PostgreSQL) databases.
• Write efficient queries and manage data migrations.
• Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Monitor application health and performance; handle logging and error tracking.
• Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Participate in design and code reviews.
• Work closely with designers, product managers, and other software developers.
• Participate in sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, task break down and estimation.
• Maintain clear and concise documentation for code, APIs, and system architecture.
• Identify areas for improvement in codebase, processes, and team workflows.

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or similar program from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum 1 year software development experience (includes co-op experience), with demonstrated growth in technical expertise.
• Experience developing software in a high-paced, dynamic, team-based environment.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Excellent programming skills in any of the following languages: Go, Python, C#, C++
• Experience developing and deploying applications on Linux and Windows.
• Experience with Agile methodology including best practices in software development, testing, and continuous integration.
• A pragmatic approach to the application of technology to create business solutions.
• Ability to work effectively in an in-office collaborative and fast-paced environment.
• THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST SATISFY CGP CONTROLLED GOODS AND CSP LEVEL II PERSONNEL SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS.

Beneficial Skills & Competencies

• Full stack web development experience using Angular.
• Mobile app development for Android and iOS.
• Experience with SQL and database programming.
• Familiarity with network programming, messaging, and distributed web applications.
• Understanding of big data analytics and data warehousing concepts.
• Knowledge of GIS, including geo-referenced data and web-based geospatial visualization.
• Familiarity with Azure or other cloud-based platforms.
• Knowledgeable in cyber security best practices and regulations.
• Proficient at leveraging AI technologies to accelerate software prototyping, perform large data analytics and enhance video-based object detection capabilities.

DETAILS OF POSITION

Job Type: Full-time (~40 hours/week) between M-F 9am – 5pm

Compensation: Attractive benefits package; Competitive wages commensurate with knowledge, skills and experience (expected range $60,000 – $110,000).

Work location: On-site at Pelham, Ontario facility. This is not a remote or hybrid role.

Accipiter encourages applications from all qualified candidates and is committed to barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and a work environment free from prohibited discrimination. Please advise if you require accommodation for the recruitment and selection processes and/or within the work environment.

To apply for this position please submit, in confidence, a cover letter and resume (please ensure your name is part of filename) to work@accipiterradar.com with subject heading “Software Developer submission”.  We thank all who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Accipiter Radar

Accipiter Radar is a global provider of high-performance radar surveillance solutions designed to detect
and track small uncooperative targets such as pleasure-craft, vessels, low fl ying aircraft, drones, birds and
ground targets. The result is enhanced security and safety through unprecedented all domain awareness
for modern day applications such as coastal surveillance, search & rescue, port security, maritime security,
border enforcement, law enforcement, critical infrastructure protection, perimeter security, bird and
drone strike prevention and environmental protection.