Software Testing jobs in Calgary, AB

POSITION SUMMARY

PK is currently looking for a creative, self-starting, Junior Software Engineer who is ready to develop new products with passion and precision.

You will design and implement new features in PK’s software projects: Loudspeaker remote control application (.dynamics), mobile applications, and internal PK software tools to aid in development and manufacturing. You will also participate in shaping the future of the software department at PK Sound, helping make long-term technology choices to improve and scale the software. Working with customers across the globe on some of the highest-profile events and venues, what you create will have a significant impact not only for the company but the millions of people who enjoy experiencing our loudspeakers.

ABOUT PK SOUND

PK Sound is an owner-operated, advanced loudspeaker manufacturer, proudly headquartered in Calgary, Alberta Canada, servicing the world. We pride ourselves on being a fresh alternative to the status quo, providing creative and innovative solutions in an ever-evolving marketplace. It is one thing to hear music, it is another to experience it. PK Sound was born out of the marriage of acoustic engineering and human emotion, in facilitation of the connection between artist and fan. We measure performance as much in the reaction of a devoted fan as in the read-out of a lab instrument. In all we do, wherever the PK logo appears, there can be no compromise, and no end in our desire to achieve new standards of performance, better ways of collaboration, and new avenues of innovation to advance industry technology for all.

There is no doubt we work hard, but we share in the success, and we have a lot of fun doing it. If you are looking for a company with an amazing brand, industry-changing technology, an exceptional workplace environment, and that is poised to aggressively grow on the global market, this job is for you!

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT PK SOUND

• Employee ownership equity program
• Competitive wages
• Working with cutting-edge technology
• Travel opportunities for in the field testing
• Fun work environment
• Attractive benefits
• Free Parking
• Company excursions
• On-site gym

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain new and existing software products and infrastructure.
• Analyze, design, and develop tests and test-automation suites.
• Participate in all phases of the product development lifecycle.
• Integrate electronic hardware, firmware, and software into complete systems.
• Ensure reliable operation of products under extreme conditions.
• Communicate progress and problems to management and other departments.
• Create product documentation and user manuals.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with business users, project managers, and other engineers.
• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Travel to concert venues and festivals may be required for technical support or software testing.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• HTML & CSS, JavaScript with modern frameworks.
• Asynchronous programming.
• Good understanding of software design principles (e.g. SOLID, modularity, testability etc).
• Experience with AI coding tools
• Test-driven development, mocking, assertion libraries.
• Desktop application development understanding.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Critical and pragmatic thinking.
• A collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, computer science, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a professional or co-op software development position or an equivalent personal project portfolio.

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES WITH

• C#, .NET, ASP.NET Core RESTful services, and API development
• Web development experience with Angular.
• Cross-platform desktop application development with Electron.
• Experience developing with Flutter.
• Reactive programming with ReactiveX.
• Experience using the Cypress and/or Jest test frameworks.
• Experience working with DevOps infrastructure such as Microsoft Azure DevOps.
• Experience developing in both MAC and Windows OS environments.
• Agile product development lifecycle experience (Kanban, Scrum).
• Network programming (experience with UDP/TCP coding, protocol creation/development).
• Experience integrating software with Embedded devices.
• Knowledge of professional audio industry.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• A valid passport, with the ability to travel without restriction.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Extended health care
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Tell us why you are interested in working for PK Sound?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Software development: 1 year (required)
• JavaScript: 1 year (preferred)
• Python: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person