Job Summary
Job Title: Systems Engineer
Industry: Technology / Aviation
Job Type: Full-time (Hybrid)
Headquarters: Ottawa, Ontario
Job Level: Technical Level 2
Salary Band: $80,000 to $120,000
About the JobReporting to the Vice President of the PMO, the successful candidate will demonstrate superb technical competency, work closely with the Chief Architect and Lead Developers to design and deliver innovative technologies that improve the safety and efficiency of airport operations while ensuring the highest levels of security.
Responsibilities
- Work with project stakeholders to define solution requirements and specifications.
- Install, configure, and test operating systems, application software and system management tools at the project site.
- Support Solution Architects to enable them to specify the system design, development, and deployment requirements.
- Monitor and test application performance, troubleshoot, propose solutions, and work with developers to implement bug fixes.
- Collaborate with project stakeholders to define and manage product requirements, prevent scope creep, and make Change Order recommendations.
- Write and deliver technical, operating and training documentation in compliance with QA processes.
- Researching new hardware and software solutions as well as methods to improve system performance.
- Act as a change agent in continuous improvement initiatives and the development of formal methodologies.
- Participate in multiple projects concurrently in diverse global markets.
- Support ongoing and future sales opportunities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (e.g., Computer, Software, Systems), or a strong technical background delivering complex computer-based solutions. Preferred expertise in IT, Computer Systems Engineering, or Systems Engineering and Analysis.
- 10+ years of hands-on experience in managing and delivering systems development and integration projects, with a focus on mission-critical, real-time, or online systems in high-stakes environments.
- Must hold, or be eligible to obtain, government-level security clearance, demonstrating a clear understanding of confidentiality, compliance, and risk management in secure environments.
- Proven track record of successfully managing project delivery, from inception to deployment, while meeting timelines and quality standards.
- In-depth experience working across the V-Model development lifecycle, with a focus on systems engineering processes and verification/validation activities.
- Extensive expertise in installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Windows, UNIX, and Linux-based environments, ensuring robust and stable system performance.
- Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, including OSI model layers, TCP/IP protocols, DNS, and DHCP, with the ability to apply this knowledge in real-world networking scenarios.
- Solid grasp of software production and project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall, to ensure smooth project execution and alignment with business goals.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to rapidly learn new technologies, solve complex technical issues, and manage multiple tasks with precision.
- Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a track record of balancing competing priorities and delivering results under pressure.
- Ability to travel internationally for multiple weeks, up to 30-40% of the time; mainly United States for this role, but occasional travel to UAE, Western Europe, APAC could be included.
Work Hard / Play Hard
- Catered lunches (lunch club)
- Birthday Off
- Fitness Allowance
- RRSP Matching
- Carryover vacation
- Annual Office Retreat
Investing in You- Competitive benefits package
- Telus Health EAP
- Education budget
At Searidge, we value our people, and we know that a great workplace is about more than just the work, it's about the experience.
The final salary and job level will depend on your experience and qualifications. We know great talent shows up at different points in a career - whether you're earlier in your journey or bring senior-level experience, we encourage you to apply. Depending on fit, the role level may shift accordingly.
