Lead Software Developer — Real-Time Astronomy Data

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Toronto seeks a Software Developer for a two-year term position to lead software development for a major scientific project. Responsibilities include designing complex software architecture and collaborating with multiple universities to develop and manage sophisticated databases from astronomical data. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree, at least five years of software development experience, and advanced skills in Python and C++. Strong project management and communication skills are essential.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum five years of experience in software development.
• Experience in high performance computing and cluster computing.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development for the Real Time Analysis component.
• Coordinate software development across multiple universities.
• Ensure all components meet scientific and technical specifications.

Skills

Software development

Python

C++

Linux

Relational database design

Debugging

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Job description

A leading academic institution in Toronto seeks a Software Developer for a two-year term position to lead software development for a major scientific project. Responsibilities include designing complex software architecture and collaborating with multiple universities to develop and manage sophisticated databases from astronomical data. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree, at least five years of software development experience, and advanced skills in Python and C++. Strong project management and communication skills are essential.