Senior Software Developer

Raise; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 126,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Raise, Calgary-based, is seeking a Senior Software Developer to support enterprise-scale automation for network infrastructure across IT and OT environments. You will build tools for firmware upgrades, configuration management, and operator workflows on Cisco routers, Versa SD-WAN appliances, and cellular modems, using AI-assisted development.

This role involves leading projects, collaborating with network SMEs, and contributing to reusable automation patterns while ensuring reliability,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Proficiency in Typescript, React, Python.
• Proficiency in AWS Cloud Services, CI/CD and CloudFormation or other IaC.
• Experience developing automation tools, backend services, or workflow-based systems.
• Experience working with APIs, scripting, and system integrations.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle practices including version control and testing.
• Preferred: experience in infrastructure, network, or systems environments.
• Familiarity with automation or orchestration frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation solutions supporting firmware upgrades and network lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with network SMEs to translate operational processes into reliable, repeatable automation workflows.
• Develop end-to-end automation including pre-upgrade validation, execution, verification, and rollback mechanisms.
• Build user-facing tools and APIs to support operator-driven workflows.
• Implement audit, logging, and error-handling capabilities to support operational transparency and compliance.
• Integrate automation solutions with enterprise platforms such as monitoring, inventory, and service management systems.
• Leverage modern development practices, including AI-assisted tooling, to accelerate delivery.
• Contribute to reusable frameworks and automation patterns.

Skills

Typescript

React

Python

AWS

CI/CD

CloudFormation

APIs

Scripting

Automation tools

Education

CS or Engineering degree

Job description

Senior Software Developer

• Pay Rate: $71.32/hour, depending on experience
• Contract Length: 1 Year
• Location: Calgary, Alberta

Raise is currently hiring a Senior Software Developer on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader. Our Client,is one of North America's leading energy infrastructure companies with operations in natural gas, oil and power industries throughout Canada, the United States, and Mexico

Note: The primary pay rate is based on T4 classification; however, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in an INC classification, where applicable.

Description

The Network Operations & Automation team is seeking a Senior Software Developer to support the development of enterprise-scale automation platforms used to manage the lifecycle of network infrastructure across both IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments.

This role will focus on building tools that support firmware upgrades, configuration management, and operational workflows for technologies such as Cisco routers and switches, Versa SD-WAN appliances, and cellular modem platforms. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced Network Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and leverage AI-assisted development practices to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that improve reliability, security, and operational efficiency

The Senior Software Developer in this role will Manage very complex or multiple projects and is considered a SME and has the ability to influence others. Oversees projects and ensures alignment with business goals. Leads a work group or project team. Develop and document software based on a defined set of design and performance requirements Adhere to processes defined by the Technical Lead and Solution Architect Provide estimates of work effort Proactively provide ideas to improve proposed solutions Actively participate in application design, database design, schema layout and data loading Actively participate in code walkthroughs/inspections as per the software development process and Quality Management Plan Prepare sample data and unit test plans Troubleshoot and corrects complex bugs or issues (including performance issues) Develop and execute unit and integration tests as per the project plan Assist in the set up and execution of demonstrations as required Align all work effort with the project schedule/work plan

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation solutions supporting firmware upgrades and network lifecycle management
• Collaborate with network SMEs to translate operational processes into reliable, repeatable automation workflows
• Develop end-to-end automation including pre-upgrade validation, execution, verification, and rollback mechanisms
• Build user-facing tools and APIs to support operator-driven workflows
• Implement audit, logging, and error-handling capabilities to support operational transparency and compliance
• Integrate automation solutions with enterprise platforms such as monitoring, inventory, and service management systems
• Leverage modern development practices, including AI-assisted tooling, to accelerate delivery
• Contribute to reusable frameworks and automation patterns

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience
• Strong proficiency in Typescript, UI Frameworks (ie: React), Python
• Strong proficiency in AWS Cloud Services, CI/CD and Cloudformation or other infrastructure as code platforms.
• Experience developing automation tools, backend services, or workflow-based systems
• Experience working with APIs, scripting, and system integrations
• Understanding of software development lifecycle practices including version control and testing
• Preferred:
• Experience in infrastructure, network, or systems environments
• Familiarity with automation or orchestration frameworks
• Experience working in operational or regulated environments
• Exposure to AI-assisted development tools or methodologies
• Education and Certifications
• University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)

Working Conditions and Environment

• Hybrid work model based in Calgary
• Collaboration with geographically distributed teams across North America
• Work supporting mission-critical enterprise infrastructure

We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/

We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.

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