Lead Developer

PDS Software; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company in Ontario is seeking a Technical Leader to manage engineering execution across teams. The ideal candidate will have experience leading large-scale technical projects and mentoring talent. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging between $100,000 and $140,000, with benefits including health, dental, and education reimbursement.

Benefits

Health and Dental

RRSP Matching

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Environment

Education Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a team leadership role, preferably in a technology-driven environment.
• 5-10 years of professional software development experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical execution across multiple teams and projects.
• Lead architectural design for large-scale systems.
• Develop and mentor engineering talent.
• Collaborate on technical strategy.

Skills

Leading large-scale technical projects

System architecture and design patterns

Team leadership and project management

Software engineering practices

Enterprise-scale HR / HCM systems

Compliance and security in HR

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

ABOUT UNIVERUS

Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia, Univerus is a fast-growing enterprise software company specializing in vertical market solutions. With over 300 employees, more than 20 acquisitions, and a global customer base exceeding 3,500 organizations, Univerus delivers mission-critical technology across public and private sectors. Our flagship product, Unity ERP, powers operations in local government, utilities, construction, manufacturing, health and safety, education, and beyond.

As part of the Univerus family, PDS combines over 50 years of human capital management expertise, now enhanced by the broader innovation and resources of Univerus.

PDS’ Vista is the complete HCM software solution Built to Empower. All the pieces— human resources, payroll, benefits, recruiting, onboarding, time and attendance, self-service, analytics, extensive reporting, and workflow—on-premises or in the cloud, come together to simplify your business practices and processes.

POSITION DETAILS

• Hours : 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
• Salary Range : $100,000 - $140,000 per year
• Location : Ideally from one of our Canadian offices in Burnaby, Saskatoon, Toronto, Peterborough, Ottawa.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP

• Reports to Vice President of Engineering
• Position will have 3-6 direct reports across multiple levels

ROLE OVERVIEW

Technical leader responsible for managing engineering execution across multiple teams or complex initiatives. Balances hands-on technical work with people management and strategic planning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage technical execution across multiple teams and projects
• Lead architectural design for large-scale systems and initiatives
• Develop and mentor engineering talent across multiple levels
• Collaborate with Product and Business stakeholders on technical strategy
• Drive engineering standards, processes, and best practices
• Manage technical debt and platform evolution
• Participate in strategic planning and roadmap development
• Lead incident response and post-mortem processes

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

Technical Requirements

• Proven track record of leading large-scale technical projects
• Expert knowledge of system architecture and design patterns
• Experience with team leadership and project management
• Strong understanding of software engineering practices and methodologies
• Experience with enterprise-scale HR / HCM systems
• Knowledge of compliance and security requirements in Human Resources domain

SUCCESS METRICS

• Successfully delivers complex multi-team initiatives
• Develops high-performing engineering teams
• Drives measurable improvements in system performance and reliability
• Influences product and technical strategy

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in a team leadership role, preferably in a technology-driven environment.
• 5-10 years of professional software development experience

WHAT WE OFFER

• Health and Dental
• EFAP
• RRSP Matching
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Environment
• Education Reimbursement Program

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Univerus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. We are committed to working with you to ensure your needs are met.

How to Apply

Ready to join us? Please submit your resume and cover letter by following the application instructions outlined in this posting.