Posted 19 days ago
Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
@ OSI Maritime Systems
Burnaby, British Columbia
Overview
OSI Maritime Systems is hiring a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test to design and maintain Python-based test automation frameworks for distributed, real-time maritime navigation systems. The role leads code reviews, mentors junior SDETs and coordinates with an offshore team. The posting asks for 8+ years of testing experience and 5+ years of Python, and offers health, dental, RSP and vacation benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Design and maintain Python-based test automation frameworks
- Develop automated test strategies for distributed and embedded systems
- Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines
- Lead code reviews and mentor junior SDETs
- Create test plans, procedures and quality documentation
Requirements summary:
- 8+ years of software testing and test automation experience
- 5+ years of Python development
- Experience testing distributed, networked, real-time or embedded systems
- Leadership and mentoring experience
- Experience in defense, naval or safety-critical environments preferred
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-18
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-19
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-19
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Software development |
| Experience | 8+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Computer Science, Software Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off |
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OSI Maritime Systems
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The Leader in Naval Integrated Navigation & Tactical Solutions
Full company description
OSI Maritime Systems is a leading provider of integrated navigation and tactical solutions designed for naval and maritime security operations. The company develops and delivers integrated bridge systems for warships, integrated dived navigation systems for submarines, and C2 systems for small craft. OSI currently has 26 naval customers from around the world with over 700 warships and submarines operating with its world leading integrated navigation and tactical solutions.
- LinkedIn followers
- 26,702
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 352
- Reported office locations
- 400-4585 Canada Way, Burnaby, British Columbia V5G 4L6, CA
- ul Kazimierza Pułaskiego 6, Gdynia, 81-456, PL
- 9 Dragoon House, Hussar Court, Waterlooville, Hampshire PO7 7SF, GB
- Unit 14, 65 Tennant St, Fyshwick, ACT 2609, AU
- Business categories
- Information Technology
- Cyber Security
- Security
- Computer
- Other recorded names
- OSI Maritime Systems
- Specialties
- Integrated navigation and tactical solutions designed for naval and maritime security operations
- WECDIS (Warship ECDIS)
- Integrated Navigation & Tactical System
- and Integrated Bridge Navigation System
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- Reported total investment
- 2,066,106
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OSI Maritime Systems is a leading provider of integrated navigation and tactical solutions designed for naval and maritime security operations. The company develops and delivers integrated bridge systems for warships, integrated dived navigation systems for submarines, and C2 systems for small craft. OSI currently has 26 naval customers from around the world with over 700 warships and submarines operating with its…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Defense and Space Manufacturing |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Burnaby, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1977 |
| Specialties | Integrated navigation and tactical solutions designed for naval and maritime security operationsWECDIS (Warship ECDIS)Integrated Navigation & Tactical Systemand Integrated Bridge Navigation System |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 19 |
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Who are we?
At OSI Maritime Systems, we pride ourselves on delivering world-class navigation and bridge systems. With decades of experience serving military customers, we remain at the forefront of innovation in the maritime industry. Our collaborative and dynamic environment ensures every team member contributes to advancing marine safety and operational excellence. With a global presence, we are proud to have offices in Canada, UK, Taiwan, Australia and Germany.
The Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), will apply software engineering best practices to design, review, and implement automated tests and the frameworks they run on to validate complex distributed systems. Their work ensures reliability, safety, and compliance in high-stakes maritime environments.
What you will do?
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Python-based test automation frameworks and reusable test libraries for API, UI, system, functional, regression, and performance testing.
• Enforce software engineering best practices, including SOLID principles, design patterns, clean code standards, and TDD/BDD methodologies, to ensure maintainable and reliable test solutions.
• Develop automated test strategies for distributed and embedded systems, including mocking, stubbing, network performance validation, and basic security testing.
• Troubleshoot complex test failures, refactor legacy automation, and drive continuous improvements in test quality, reliability, and execution efficiency.
• Integrate and optimize automated testing within CI/CD pipelines to enable scalable, parallelized, and automated regression testing.
• Create and review test plans, procedures, reports, and quality documentation to support compliance, traceability, and product validation requirements.
• Collaborate with Software Development, DevOps, Systems Engineering, and QA teams to improve testability and promote shift-left testing practices.
• Lead code reviews, mentor junior SDETs, and drive adoption of testing best practices, tools, and emerging technologies.
• Ensure test activities align with regulatory, defense, and naval industry quality standards while performing hands-on and exploratory testing as required.
• Chair meetings and foster collaboration with offshore team.
• Guide process improvements and explore new testing tools/techniques (e.g. AI-driven testing).
What you will bring?
• Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of software testing and test automation experience, including 5+ years of Python development.
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, automation frameworks, software development lifecycles, Agile practices (Scrum/Kanban), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience testing distributed, networked, real-time, or embedded systems, with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in software design principles, including SOLID, design patterns, version control systems (Git/SVN), and test and issue management tools (e.g., Jira, Zephyr Scale).
• Demonstrated leadership experience mentoring team members, conducting technical reviews, and making sound technical decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development and testing tools is an asset.
• Experience in defense, naval, safety-critical, or regulated software environments is preferred.
Why work for OSI?
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a talented and supportive team that values innovation and teamwork.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: OSI is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their best.
• Growth Opportunities: We invest in our employees' professional development and career growth with an annual employee driven development program.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy health, dental, RSP, vacation and a healthy work-life balance environment!
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