L1 Software Engineer - Experienced Graduates

Wayfair; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking enthusiastic software engineers to join their Toronto team. This exciting role offers the chance to work on diverse projects, from enhancing customer service technologies to developing machine learning platforms. Ideal candidates will have a solid foundation in programming and a passion for collaboration and problem-solving. With a flexible hybrid work environment and a commitment to professional development, this opportunity is perfect for early-career talent looking to make a significant impact in the tech industry.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible work environment

Professional development opportunities

Family support programs

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of software development experience, including internships.
• Strong fundamentals in object-oriented design and algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Design and build reliable, scalable applications.
• Collaborate across teams to solve business and technical challenges.

Skills

Object-Oriented Programming

SQL

Java

Python

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Master's in Computer Science

Tools

Cloud Platforms

Agile Environments

Job description

L1 Software Engineer - Experienced Graduates

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May - July 2025 Start Dates

Location: Toronto, CA

This is a Toronto, CA based opportunity with a 3-day in-office expectation.

Wayfair is committed to hiring early-career talent with 1-3 years of experience. We are seeking enthusiastic engineers who love innovating, collaborating, and developing from scratch. Our teams are highly collaborative and problem-solving oriented.

Ideal candidates are passionate about programming, with strong fundamentals in object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms, and eager to grow their skills. You will work on one of our specialized teams:

1. Employee & Enterprise Technology: Develops software impacting customer service, sales, finance, and talent management, supporting critical business operations.
2. Global Supplier Tech: Manages data, tools, and systems for product content, supporting thousands of suppliers and ensuring customer confidence in product information.
3. Search and Recommendations Tech: Builds core platforms for product discovery and personalized recommendations using machine learning.
4. Storefront Tech: Develops features and architectures for our shopping platforms, handling millions of products and reshaping the shopping experience.
5. Supply Chain Retail Tech: Creates logistics systems for product movement, including transportation, warehousing, and delivery.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of software development experience, including internships or co-ops
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience with object-oriented programming languages
• Knowledge of SQL, Java, and Python

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong team player with collaborative spirit
• Experience creating software tools, debugging, and incorporating feedback
• Problem-solving skills with abstract solutions
• Interest in big data and machine learning
• Experience with cloud platforms and agile environments
• Strong communication skills and autonomous project management

Responsibilities:

• Design and build reliable, scalable applications
• Ensure engineering standards across teams
• Participate in architecture and code reviews
• Define and uphold technical standards
• Collaborate across teams to solve business and technical challenges
• Maintain proper documentation
• Support the growth of the engineering organization

Why Wayfair:

• Comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, financial, family support, and professional development
• Flexible work environment with a hybrid office policy in Toronto
• Commitment to inclusion, social responsibility, and equal opportunity

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