Job Description SummaryJob Description ResponsibilitiesLead software developer is responsible for preparing design specifications to deliver product requirements defined by product management and product owner.Lead and mentor Professional Band developers.Collaborate, contribute, estimate and advise upper management and NPI teams for the definition of product development plans including research of technologies, budgets, and resource and tool requirements.Take on frontline role in the handling of critical customer and business issues.Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations.Be part of an agile development team that develops PC based applications for configuring Gateways and RTUsOwn and develop software modules for each requirement as part of every agile iteration scheduleWork collaboratively with software validation teams to support implementation of test automation framework to enhance test coverageIdentify and ensure requirements traceability to product specificationsIdentify and report defects detected during peer to peer reviews and unit testingWork in resolution and prioritization of reported defects and work with software validation team to facilitate timely closureRecord and report development status on a continuous basis through agile toolsSupport resolution of field and customer issues for tier 3/4 casesFamiliarity with electrical utility substation protocols, configuration tools, networking, information technology, Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs).Provide leadership by example and teamwork over multiple NPI project implementation and execution, as well as,



all customer support and issues provided by team.Lead design of complex software packages for the configuration and maintenance of Industrial Electronic Devices.Ensure external/internal customer requirements (JIRA / Version 1) are logged, actionable as required and reported on a regular periodic basis.Support GE Software Factory initiatives to enhance software development processes.Assign and oversee development team during execution of NPI projects.Mentor test team members by constructive feedback, sharing of best practices and experience, and bolstering support and providing backup to team members as required.Work directly with other software development leads, business functional organizations and management to support all phases of New product Introduction (NPI) and Life Cycle Support (LCS) business activities and planning.Be current and at the forefront of new technologies and strategies, examining opportunities for business improvement.Required QualificationsBachelors in STEM5+ years of hands on experience in design, development and validation of PC software using C#, Java, C++, Javascript2+ years of experience with test-driven development.2+ years of experience leading a team of software developers,



supporting product manager and/or scrum masters with preparation of execution plans.Additional QualificationsKnowledge on UML for software designUnderstanding of version/configuration control concepts and the need for accurate tracking of software updates and releasesExperience in XML including in-depth knowledge of XML schemasStrong understanding of SDLC process and Agile/XPCapacity to listen, understand and synthesize end-user requirements in a multi-cultural workplace and global teams operating in different time zonesStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal and leadership skillsExperience with developing COTS softwareUnderstanding of utility / SCADA communication protocols concepts, networking and interaction between Intelligent Electronic Devices will be an assetExperience with industrial applications will be an assetOrganized ability to multi-task and stay organizedHigh energy, self-starter, with a proven track record in delivering results.Knowledge of DelphiEstablishes a sense of urgency to complete tasks in an efficient, timely and effective mannerStrong problem-solving skillsAbility to work independentlyPrior experience in engineering, testing and instrumentationFor candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $110,500.00 and 165,800.00 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: 10% AIPThis posting is for an existing vacancy.Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

📌 Lead Software Developer (Markham)
🏢 GE Vernova
📍 Markham