Application Developer

J-Squared Technologies Inc.®; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

J-Squared Technologies Inc.® in Ottawa (remote/open to other Canadian locations) seeks an Application Developer to design, build, test, and maintain high-quality web and mobile apps. You will work with product managers, UI/UX designers, and QA engineers to deliver reliable, scalable software that drives core business processes.

The role emphasizes strategy and architecture, reducing technical debt through modular code and low-code/no-code development, and agile leadership to align with business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience designing integrated application solutions within an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC, databases, modern frameworks and cloud pipelines.
• Hands-on with low-code/no-code development platforms.
• Understanding of ERP/PLM or Supply Chain processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and maintain high-quality applications.
• Collaborate with product managers, UI/UX and QA to deliver scalable software.
• Provide architecture guidance and reduce technical debt through modular code.
• Lead daily Scrum activities and coordinate with Product Owners.
• Mentor junior developers and document APIs for teams.

Skills

Low-Code/No-Code

RESTful APIs

Agile/Scrum

Software Architecture

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

B.S. in Information Systems

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Low-Code Platforms

Job description

APPLICATION DEVELOPER| PLM SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS

Available Locations: Ottawa | Remote/Other (open to other Canadian locations)

Leading the charge of developing cutting edge software systems.

Collaborative and highly skilled cross-functional team.

Shaping the future of computing in key industries, turning ideas into reality.

That is what we do at J-Squared.

Are you passionate about using disruptive technology to solve problems previously unachievable? Are you excited about the latest innovations in agentic development using no-code platforms? Do you like getting your hands dirty while driving results and collaborating with colleagues? If this interests you, then we have an opportunity waiting for you!

What will your typical day look like?

As the Application Developer, you will design, build, test, and maintain high-quality software applications that drive core business processes. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including product managers, UI/UX designers, and QA engineers—to deliver reliable, scalable, and user-friendly web and mobile applications.

Specifically, you will be responsible for

• Strategy & Architecture: Providing expert guidance on software design and strategic product direction to meet diverse stakeholder requirements.
• Codebase Health & Next-Gen Development: Reducing technical debt by writing modular, scalable, and testable code, while driving efficiency through optimized low-code and agentic AI development solutions.
• Issue Resolution & Optimization: Resolving complex systemic issues, investigating application bugs, and proactively managing user/QA-reported issues to ensure peak application performance and minimal downtime.
• Agile Leadership & Collaboration: Leading daily Scrum activities, working with the Scrum Master to eliminate obstacles, and coordinating with Product Owners to align sprint goals with business objectives.
• Mentorship & Documentation: Enforcing meticulous documentation for system architecture and APIs, and supporting junior developers through technical guidance and code reviews.

About Our Team

J-Squared brings over 30 years of experience excelling in operationally demanding performance environments. Our application development capabilities are built on a foundation of quality, scalability, and performance. As a leader in custom application development, we deliver software solutions designed to streamline core business processes in Supply Chain, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and other enterprise-scale operations. We architect applications built to deliver consistent, exceptional results.

Enough About Us, Let's Talk About You

For a candidate to be successful in this role, the key qualifications include:

• Education: B.S. in Information Systems, Data Analytics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience: Proven track record in designing fully integrated application solutions within an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of the software development lifecycle, engineering principles, database design, modern application frameworks, and cloud deployment pipelines.
• Low-Code/No-Code: Hands-on experience with low-code/no-code development platforms.
• Business Acumen: Understanding of ERP, PLM, or Supply Chain business processes is highly preferred.

Additionally, we are looking for someone who is:

• A proactive problem solver with critical thinking and analytical capabilities.
• An accountable team player with strong communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical details to both teams and executives.
• Capable of mentoring talent and driving cross-scrum collaboration.
• Passionate about customer focus, innovation, and experimentation.