Operations Research Developer

Company Description

Join the journey! Our mission is to be the preferred airline of our customers and our team. Open-mindedness, concern for others, intelligence at work, and above all, a good dose of fun allow us to achieve great things every day. Our commitment has earned us the title of best leisure airline in the world several times, and this is just the beginning. Want to join us? You will have the chance to enjoy exclusive travel privileges to explore the world and create unforgettable memories. You will also have the opportunity to work in modern and inspiring work environments.

Job Description

In collaboration with the Manager, Optimization Solutions Implementation, the incumbent contributes to the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of optimization solutions supporting critical business operations. Working closely with operations research specialists, data scientists, and business partners, the successful candidate will translate mathematical models and analytical concepts into scalable, reliable, and high-performing software applications that deliver tangible business value.

As part of the Revenue Management Systems (RMS) team, you will contribute to Transat’s revenue optimization strategy through advanced analytics, optimization models, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning solutions.

What You Will Accomplish:

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain robust production-grade applications supporting scenario analysis, planning, and decision-making processes.
• Deliver solutions in an Agile environment while collaborating with business analysis and information technology teams.
• Translate optimization models and algorithms into production-ready software solutions.
• Develop and enhance APIs, data pipelines, optimization engines, and integrations with enterprise systems.
• Ensure the performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability of optimization and simulation platforms.
• Implement automated testing, validation, deployment, and monitoring processes to ensure high-quality and stable releases.
• Promote best practices in software architecture, software development, and engineering.
• Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions while ensuring data integrity, consistency, and security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 1 to 5 years of experience in software development, optimization systems, analytical platforms, or decision-support applications.
• Strong proficiency in Python and SQL, with experience in data analysis, visualization, and analytical solution development.
• Solid understanding of modern software engineering principles and experience building scalable, maintainable, and resilient applications.
• Experience with APIs, Cloud technologies (Azure, AWS, or GCP), containerization, Git, Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, collaboration, curiosity, critical-thinking, and continuous-learning skills.
• Excellent proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and demonstrated ease with collaborative digital tools and AI solutions (e.g., Copilot). Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Oral and written fluency in French and English*.

* A good knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. The incumbent will be required to communicate and collaborate frequently in English, both orally and in writing, with colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders in Quebec, the rest of Canada, and internationally.

Additional Information

Artificial intelligence tools are used to analyze applications, whether to sort or preselect profiles based on criteria related to job requirements. All applications are then reviewed by our recruitment team to ensure a fair and inclusive process.

Employment Equity

At Transat, we foster an environment where inclusiveness, respect and equity reign. We endeavour to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers as well as the communities to which we travel. We encourage women, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities, aboriginal peoples as well as people with disabilities to submit their candidacy. Transat will accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us in order to work together in meeting adequately your needs.