Intermediate Software Engineer (.NET Core)

AutoTrader.ca; Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading technology-driven company as a Software Engineer specializing in .NET Core. In this role, you will develop scalable backend services for the AutoSync platform, ensuring efficiency and reliability while leveraging modern AI tools. This opportunity includes a collaborative culture, competitive salary, and significant growth potential.

Benefits

Gym discounts

In-office gyms

Employee and Family Assistance program

Weekly virtual wellness events

Conferences & training budget

Internal training programs

Qualifications

• Strong experience with .NET Core and its ecosystem.
• Understanding of backend architecture and API design principles.
• Experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement backend services and features using .NET Core.
• Write clean and effective code with comprehensive unit tests.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

.NET Core

AWS cloud services

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

TRADER Corporation is a trusted Canadian leader in online media, dealer and lender services. The company includes AutoTrader.ca, AutoSync, and Dealertrack Canada. AutoTrader.ca (also known as AutoHebdo.net in Quebec) offers the largest inventory of new and used cars in Canada, with over 25 million monthly visits. AutoSync, with over 3,500 subscribers, is the largest and fastest-growing dealer and OEM software provider in Canada, offering connected automotive software solutions like vAuto, EasyDeal, xtime, Motoinsight, Activix, TAdvantage, and TRFFK. Dealertrack is Canada's largest automotive financing portal, processing over 6.5 million credit applications annually. Collateral Management is a comprehensive technology solution for industry insight and collection strategies, helping clients remain compliant and mitigate risks. Visit tradercorporation.com to learn more.

TRADER Corporation's parent company, AutoScout24, is the largest pan-European online car marketplace with over 2 million listings and more than 43,000 dealer customers. AutoScout24 enables users to find, finance, buy, subscribe for, and sell new and used vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles. Since 1998, AutoScout24 has served private users, car dealers, and partners across Europe, with over 30 million monthly users, 43,000 dealers, and approximately 500 employees. It operates in Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Italy, France, and Austria. More information is available at www.autoscout24.de.

We are leveraging AI and Generative AI (GenAI) to enhance engineering productivity, automate repetitive tasks, and optimize workflows. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI-driven solutions into their daily work, such as code generation, debugging, reviews, documentation, and decision support, to improve efficiency and drive innovation.

About us

We are a dynamic, technology-driven company focused on delivering high-quality software solutions. Our engineering team works with modern technologies to solve complex business problems and create impactful products for our customers.

Your role:

As an IC3 Software Engineer specializing in .NET Core, you will contribute to our backend engineering team by developing and maintaining scalable services that power the AutoSync platform. You will collaborate with product managers and engineers to build robust backend solutions ensuring operational efficiency and reliability.

What you'll do:

1. Design and implement backend services and features using .NET Core.
2. Write clean, effective, and testable code with comprehensive unit tests.
3. Manage the full development lifecycle from coding to deployment and monitoring.
4. Design solutions to complex problems with peer support.
5. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
6. Contribute to system design discussions and API architecture decisions.
7. Monitor and maintain AWS services for the AutoSync platform.
8. Participate in on-call rotations to ensure backend service reliability.
9. Incorporate security best practices into development.
10. Share knowledge via pair programming, talks, and documentation.
11. Apply AI tools for code optimization, debugging, and performance monitoring.
12. Evaluate AI-generated solutions and refine them to meet our needs.

What you'll need

• Strong experience with .NET Core and its ecosystem.
• Understanding of backend architecture and API design principles.
• Experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Understanding of database design and data modeling.
• Experience building and maintaining scalable backend services.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies.
• Experience with AI-powered development tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills for documentation and technical explanations.
• Ability to proactively manage expectations and communicate challenges.

Bonus points for

• Experience with Vue.js and TypeScript (for occasional frontend work).
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with event-driven architectures and message queues.
• Knowledge of performance optimization techniques for backend services.
• Experience with distributed systems.

What we offer

• A collaborative and supportive engineering culture.
• Opportunities to grow your technical skills and leadership.
• Challenging projects impacting the AutoSync platform.
• Knowledge sharing sessions and learning opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Competitive compensation package.

Join us to build backend services for AutoSync and advance your software engineering career!

What’s in it for you…

- We support work-life balance with benefits like gym discounts, wellness programs, and an Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Benefits from Day 1

• Gym discounts
• In-office gyms when in the office
• Employee and Family Assistance program
• Weekly virtual wellness events
• Conferences & training budget
• Internal training programs

Financial planning

• 3% pension matching and income protection options.

Competitive salary

• Annual bonus structure
• 3% CPP matching