Software Developer

Harris Computer; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company is seeking an experienced software developer to join their team. This remote-only position requires a minimum of 5 years in application development focusing on a modern tech stack including .NET 8+, C#, and Angular. Candidates must possess strong SQL Server skills and the ability to adapt to legacy technologies. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and support for work-life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a related application development role.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software.
• Prepare technical specifications from user requirements.
• Diagnose and resolve application incidents.

Skills

Angular

C#

.NET 6+

Microsoft SQL Server

Visual Basic

JavaScript

DevOps

Agile

Education

Degree or diploma in software development

Tools

Visual Studio

Job description

Were looking for an experienced candidate that will join our existing team of software developers supporting a large suite of commercial software products for the Canadian health care market. This is a permanent full time position with comprehensive benefits package.

This is a 'remote-only' position, and it is open to candidates located anywhere in Canada. This position is only open to candidates residing within Canada. All candidates must already have legal authorization to work in Canada.

The successful candidate will bring experience in building applications using modern tech stack such as .NET 8+, C#, Angular, Entity Framework plus Microsoft SQL Server.

The candidate will also be required to support and modify legacy applications with a focus on Visual Basic* and Microsoft SQL Server. *Previous experience with Visual Basic or legacy technologies is not required but the candidate must be willing to step outside their comfort zone and be willing and able to learn quickly.

Candidates with experience working with commercial ERP software solutions will have a competitive edge.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in software development or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in a related application development role.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Ability to work independently.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment by making quality contributions and supporting fellow team members.

• Comfortable working on legacy desktop applications

Technical Skills

• Web Front‑end: Angular, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, CSS, JSON, XML.

• Web Backend, services and API endpoints: .NET, C#,.NET core, .NET 6+, .NET 8+, WebAPI.

• Strong database programming skills using Microsoft SQL Server.

• Defining database structures, writing queries, stored procedures, performance tuning.

• Experience in developing desktop or server applications using C# or VB.NET.

• Visual Studio, DevOps or similar tools, agile, scrum.

• General Windows technical skills, ability to adapt.

What would make you stand out

• Experience converting and upgrading mature desktop applications to modern web frameworks.

• Industry experience developing one or more of the following applications: Payroll, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Financial Accounting, Human Resources.

• Experience developing, deploying, and supporting applications for government or enterprise clients.

• Experience in developing legacy applications using Visual Basic 6 or Microsoft Access (VBA).

What your role will look like

• Design, develop, and test software.

• Prepare technical specifications from user requirements.

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve application incidents.

• Estimate and track progress of assigned work, manage time effectively.

• Create and update relevant documentation.

• Follow established practices, processes, and guidelines.

• Interact with clients for technical support escalations and custom development requests.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Harris' talent search team does not use text messages to communicate with candidates or solicit confidential information. We encourage all candidates to apply for advertised positions. They will be contacted either by a Harris manager or a member of the talent acquisition team for an interview, once the required criteria are met.

Harris is an Equal Opportunity Employer and members of the following targeted groups are encouraged to apply: women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples, and visible minorities. If you are a person with a disability, assistance with the screening and selection process is available on request.