Senior Software Developer

Life Surge; Canada; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in faith-based events is seeking a Senior Software Developer to design and maintain applications using .NET and Azure. This remote position requires 5-10 years of experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in an Agile environment. Candidates will benefit from a casual and supportive work culture along with comprehensive health benefits.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Casual work environment

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of professional software development experience.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Knowledge of database systems including SQL Server.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain scalable applications using .NET and Azure.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Mentor junior developers and foster a culture of learning.

Skills

Proficiency in .NET (C#)

Experience with Azure technologies

Agile/Scrum experience

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Git

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Software Developer

Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours/week

Reports to: Vice President of Product Technology

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Type: Remote

Who We Are

Life Surge is a leading company in the industry of faith-based live events and financial education programs. One of the fastest-growing organizations in the country, Life Surge exists to inspire, train, and equip people to build their personal impact in ways that glorify God. By producing 30+ annual events and providing financial education to thousands around the nation, we do just that.

We are a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about helping people learn, grow, and connect so they may live more enriched lives. Our culture is one where we celebrate each other, individually and as a team. We look to acknowledge and reward our star performers. Let your light shine in our company!

Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Architect to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in .NET (C#) and Azure technologies, while also being adaptable to other modern tools and frameworks. This role requires a collaborative, team-oriented mindset, excellent communication skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality software solutions in an Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance applications using .NET (C#) and Azure cloud services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and QA engineers, to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Lead and participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and maintainability.
• Architect and implement cloud-native solutions leveraging Azure services such as Azure Functions, App Services, Azure DevOps, and more.
• Contribute to the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the team.
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives) and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring system reliability and performance.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and trends, recommending innovative solutions to enhance the development process.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of professional experience in software development, with a focus on .NET (C#) and Azure technologies.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools, such as Azure DevOps, Git, and automated testing frameworks.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment, with a solid grasp of Agile principles and practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (e.g., Angular, React, or Blazor) is a plus.
• Knowledge of database systems, including SQL Server and NoSQL databases (e.g., Cosmos DB, MongoDB).
• A passion for clean, maintainable code and a commitment to delivering high-quality software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with other programming languages or frameworks (e.g., PHP, Python, Java, Node.js).
• Experience with CMS, LMS and CRM systems
• Familiarity with AI/ML integration or data analytics tools.
• Background in performance optimization and scalability for enterprise-level applications.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Holiday, and Paid Time Off.
• Non-corporate, casual, entrepreneurial, comfortable, fun, and proactive work environment.
• High-level performers, disciplined, and self-motivated people will do very well in this environment.

Life Surge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and seek to empower each individual while supporting the many perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.