Senior Software Engineer

Flexera; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Ottawa is seeking a Software Engineer with a strong background in Go and relevant experience in container technologies like Terraform and Kubernetes. The role involves defining technical roadmaps, collaborating across teams, and mentoring engineers. Essential qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a related field and over five years in software development. Candidates who thrive in a dynamic, inclusive workplace and are eager to work with cutting-edge technologies will excel in this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in software development, particularly with Go.
• Strong expertise in container technologies, focusing on Terraform and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technical roadmap for core integration technology.
• Collaborate with peer engineering teams to integrate services across the platform.
• Mentor and train engineers to maintain a high-performing engineering culture.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable software components using Go.
• Architect, deploy, and manage containerized services utilizing Terraform and Kubernetes.

Skills

Software Development

Communication Skills

Go

Container Technologies

Education

Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Terraform

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

Employer Industry: Technology Solutions and Software Development

Why consider this job opportunity

• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
• Collaborate with a high-performing engineering culture
• Work with cutting-edge technologies in cloud environments
• Engage in meaningful projects that optimize technology spend for global organizations
• Contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace committed to equity

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities)

• Define and execute the technical roadmap for core integration technology
• Collaborate with peer engineering teams to integrate services across the platform
• Mentor and train engineers to maintain a high-performing engineering culture
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable software components using Go
• Architect, deploy, and manage containerized services utilizing Terraform and Kubernetes

What is Required (Qualifications)

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in software development, particularly with Go
• Strong expertise in container technologies, focusing on Terraform and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and CI/CD practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with AI frameworks and event-driven architecture
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
• Proven problem-solving skills for troubleshooting complex issues

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