Lead Software Developer

Spiria; Oakville; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

5 additional fixed days off

Deferred Profit Sharing Plan

Group insurance

Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

Paid training

Spiri-Flex reimbursements

Job summary

Spiria, based in Oakville, Ontario, is seeking a Lead Software Developer to take on an advisory role and lead the development of innovative digital solutions. The successful candidate will own the end-to-end software architecture for machine interfaces, driving technical decisions for performance and scalability.

The ideal candidate has 8 to 10 years of experience and strong command of front-end architecture with Angular, as well as back-end technologies in C++ and Python. The position offers flexible work arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years of experience in digital solutions development.
• Experience leading project teams.
• Strong command of front-end architecture with Angular.
• Client-oriented approach with good communication skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly and work with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide an advisory role to clients.
• Review code and architecture to ensure compliance with standards.
• Own the end-to-end software architecture for machine HMI stacks.
• Drive technical decisions related to performance and scalability.
• Guide and mentor developers and perform code reviews.

Skills

Angular

C++

Python

Software architecture

AGILE principles

Client-oriented approach

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Having an in-depth analysis and understanding of software development and customer issues, the Lead Software Developer evaluates and selects possible technology options for a project. They take part in evaluating efforts, solving problems and ensuring the quality of solutions.

They will review the development team’s code and contribute to the knowledge transfer through functional coaching and mentoring of less experienced employees as well as playing a front‑line consulting role with clients and has a relatively short learning curve when learning new languages. In addition to actively participating in the development of digital solutions, they will also work to improve the efficiency and quality of the company's development processes.

As a Lead Software Developer at Spiria, you will:

• Provide an advisory role to clients.
• Provide functional and technical leadership within projects.
• Make recommendations for the development and implementation of complex projects that require comprehensive and in-depth analysis and understanding of the client's field.
• Review code and architecture to ensure that they comply with the company's development standards and industry best practices.
• Write, modify, review, optimize and debug computer code.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of work methods and procedures.
• Select libraries and development paradigms.
• Identify opportunities to reuse code within completed projects.
• Participate in testing and quality control activities as described in the testing strategy.
• Participate in the service offer writing process.

On this project you will :

• Own the end‑to‑end software architecture for machine HMI stacks, including Angular‑based touchscreen interfaces and 2D/3D visualization of machine controls.
• Define and enforce architectural patterns for front‑end, back‑end, and system integration across embedded and enterprise environments.
• Drive technical decisions related to performance, safety, scalability, and maintainability of real‑time machine control displays.
• Collaborate with UX, systems engineers, product owners, and embedded teams to translate machine and operator requirements into software solutions.
• Guide and mentor front‑end and back‑end developers; perform architectural reviews and code reviews.
• Hands‑on contribution expected in complex areas (Angular, graphics, Python/C++, system integration).

The keys to your success:

• 8 to 10 years of experience in digital solutions development.
• Has significant experience leading project teams.
• Strong command of front‑end architecture with Angular and openness to back‑end technologies in C++ and/or Python.
• Ability to work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding and knowledge of software architecture.
• Client oriented approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience starting projects from scratch, full software development lifecycle experience.
• Ability to adapt quickly to achieve set objectives in a timely manner.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of unit testing.
• Good knowledge of AGILE principles and rituals.

Employment details:

• Flexible work arrangements (remote, hybrid, or in‑person), because what truly matters is not where you are, but what you do.
• Salary range: $100,000–135,000, based on a 37.5‑hour workweek.
• 40h workweek is available.

What we offer:

• Vacation bank of 3 weeks per year.
• 5 additional fixed days off during the winter holidays.
• Flexible personal days to handle life’s ups and downs.
• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP) and RRSP with employer contributions.
• Group insurance with broad coverage.
• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program via Telus Health.
• Paid training, certification and association expenses.
• Spiri‑Flex reimbursements of $300 per year for health, ergonomics, and connectivity‑related expenses.

At Spiria, we believe diversity is a major strength. We therefore adhere to the principle of employment equity and encourage applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, and other marginalized communities.

Bilingualism is essential for this role. The person in this position will be required, across all their responsibilities, to collaborate with both internal and external clients throughout North America in both French and English.