Lead Full Stack Software Developer at SKYTRAC – Ottawa, Ontario

Join Our Dynamic Team at SKYTRAC

About Us:

SKYTRAC is a leader in transforming aviation communication through cutting-edge satellite and cellular technologies. Trusted by operators, OEMs, and organizations worldwide, SKYTRAC serves over 800 customers across all aerospace sectors. Our Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite solutions are redefining connectivity and reshaping the future of aviation.

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The Opportunity

As a Lead Full Stack Software Developer, you set technical direction, architect scalable and resilient solutions, and take a pivotal role in building enterprise-grade software that powers mission-critical aviation operations around the world.

You lead by example, remaining hands-on in the code, while mentoring developers, establishing best practices, and driving continuous improvement across SKYTRAC’s software ecosystem. Your work ensures customers have dependable, real-time access to the tools they rely on every day.

You take initiative, think ahead, and approach challenges with a proactive mindset. Success in this role requires strong technical judgment, clear and confident communication, and a structured approach to planning and execution.

This role offers the opportunity to take lead and develop enterprise-grade software that supports mission-critical aviation operations worldwide.

Our technology stack includes Python, PostgreSQL, Kubernetes, Docker, Redis, Kafka / RabbitMQ, and AWS.

*This is an in-office position and can be located in either our Kelowna, BC or Ottawa, ON office.

Responsibilities include:

• Architect & Build: Drive the design, development, integration, and testing of SKYTRAC’s client-facing software. Provide technical oversight through peer reviews of code contributions, ensuring maintainability, performance, and adherence to established standards
• Lead by Example: Lead the planning and design of Enterprise software solutions by proposing new concepts, products, and system architectures and evaluate and estimate alternative implementation approaches. Champion best practices in software design, implementation, and continuous improvement.
• Innovate: Propose and evaluate new concepts, architectures, and products that advance SKYTRAC’s enterprise solutions.
• Collaborate: Lead the development of software requirements and specifications based on cross-functional stakeholder engagement
• Mentor & Inspire: Guide and support developers, elevating the team’s skills and methodologies.
• Evolve Our Craft: Lead initiatives to evolve our software development lifecycle, tools, and practices.

What You Bring

Must-Haves

• Degree/diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of full stack development experience, building scalable, high-performance web applications using Python and modern frameworks
• Track record of mentoring and leading development teams and driving alignment between technical solutions and business goals
• Strong experience with microservices architecture, CI/CD pipelines with Git, enforcing coding standards, and integrating automated testing.
• Architecting and deploying microservices using Kubernetes and Docker
• Expertise with Redis caching, PostgreSQL, and message queuing systems like Kafka or RabbitMQ

This Will Make You Stand Out

• Experience deprecating legacy systems and migrating, porting, or reimplementing functionality from acquired products into next generation systems
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services, Linux email servers, network and load balancing, or mapping/tile servers.
• Contributions to the Open Source community.
• Knowledge of satellite networks (e.g., Iridium) or mobile communication technologies (cellular modems).
• Knowledge of additional languages such as C#, .NET, or PHP.

Why join SKYTRAC:

At SKYTRAC, we are a dynamic team of passionate experts. We are driven and dedicated; we take ownership of our work, and we are committed to delivering results. We value individuals who are proactive, take initiative, and demonstrate a high level of professionalism and integrity in everything they do. We thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, embracing challenges with agility. Our commitment to growth and development has made us the trusted subject matter experts we are today.

We offer:

• A positive and collaborative work culture
• Engaging team-building activities
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Performance-based bonuses
• Professional development opportunities
• Additional days off beyond vacation entitlement

This position is for an existing vacancy within our Software Engineering team.

The salary range for this role is $95,000 - $120,000 CAD. The range posted is a guide and may not represent the compensation offered to the successful candidate. Compensation is based on the skills, knowledge, experience, and qualifications brought to the role.