Junior Software Developer

ARxIUM; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmacy automation solutions provider is seeking a Software Developer in Winnipeg. The role involves designing and developing software systems that enhance pharmacy automation and reliability. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Science and experience with C#. Responsibilities include collaborating with teams, supporting automation device integration, and ensuring high-quality performance standards while improving healthcare efficiency. Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills are essential.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Company-paid life/ADD insurance

Flexible work schedule

Generous paid time off

Employee referral program

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science or technical college degree with relevant experience.
• Three or more years of software development experience.
• Experience in developing applications for automation devices, especially in pharmacy automation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test software components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Support integration with electro-mechanical automation devices.

Skills

Software engineering principles

C#

Database design

Mobile app development

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

.NET Framework

Windows Forms

WPF

Job description

Join the Future of Pharmacy Automation with ARxIUM!

Who We Are:

ARxIUM is a leader in pharmacy automation, offering innovative hardware and software solutions globally. With over 20 years of experience, we serve customers in North America, Europe, and Asia, and operate in Winnipeg, the Chicago area, and remotely across North America and Europe.

ARxIUM is proud to offer the successful candidate:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits or Health Spending Account
• Company‑paid life/ADD insurance
• RRSP/DPSP
• Flexible work schedule and generous paid time off
• Employee referral program
• Competitive salary

Position Summary

We develop products that optimize pharmacy processes, reduce human errors, and save lives. As a Software Developer on our team, you’ll play a key role in building enterprise‑level pharmacy automation and inventory management solutions. You will collaborate with developers, analysts, technical writers, and testers to create software systems that interface with electro‑mechanical components. We’re looking for a creative, innovative candidate with strong technical skills who is passionate about using new technologies to deliver reliable, high‑performance software. The ideal candidate is committed to maintaining high‑quality standards while contributing to automated healthcare systems.

Functions

• Design, develop, and test software components
• Follow coding standards and best practices
• Contribute to planning, risk assessment, and code reviews
• Document design specifications and communicate within the team
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including developers, testers, technical writers, and analysts
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies to improve existing systems and practices
• Support integration with electro‑mechanical automation devices and assist in troubleshooting
• Ensure system performance, reliability, and cost‑effectiveness
• Contribute to resolution of product issues in production environments
• Take ownership of assigned development tasks and deliverables
• Perform other related duties as needed

Competencies

• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and object‑oriented design (inheritance, polymorphism, use cases, process diagrams)
• Proficiency with Microsoft .NET Framework and C#
• Experience in developing complex, distributed systems using established design patterns
• Knowledge of database design, performance tuning, and disaster recovery
• Experience with Windows Forms, WPF, and web development frameworks
• Experience with mobile app development (Xamarin preferred), including full mobile lifecycle
• Exposure to automation and device integration, especially in a healthcare or pharmacy setting
• Understanding of pharmacy automation workflows and robotic dispensing systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities to evaluate business and technical challenges

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or technical college degree with relevant work experience
• Three or more years of software development experience
• One to three years of experience in developing software applications that operate automation devices, preferably pharmacy automation including robotic systems for prescription filling, medication dispensing, and inventory management
• Experience supporting device integration, including diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with pharmacy automation workflows and robotic dispensing systems is preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Sedentary physical activity requiring reaching, sifting, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking and hearing
• Visual requirement is for close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus
• 75% or more time is spent looking directly at a computer
• Associate is frequently required to stand, walk (or otherwise be mobile)
• Ability to deal with stressful situations as they arise

WE would love to meet you!

ARxIUM