Software Developer

Equest; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Canada is seeking a motivated Software Developer for their Customer Information System product team. This entry to intermediate-level role involves hands-on development using Uniface and transitioning into backend development with .NET/C#. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and some foundational programming experience. This position offers opportunities to explore AI tools to enhance development efficiency.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of professional software development experience.
• Foundational programming experience in C#, Java, or similar languages.
• Interest in full product lifecycle development.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the CIS product using Uniface.
• Transition into backend development using .NET/C#.
• Design and implement scalable backend services.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Programming

Education

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

Tools

.NET Core

C#

Uniface

Job description

Cayenta is seeking a motivated Software Developer (entry to intermediate level) to join our Customer Information System (CIS) product team. This role begins with hands-on development in our enterprise-grade CIS application built using the Uniface low-code platform. You'll work directly on core business functionality and gain a deep understanding of the platform and product domain.

Over time, you'll transition into a key contributor on our modernization initiative, helping build out a new backend architecture in .NET / C#. Your experience with the existing product will provide valuable insight as we design and implement new services. The role also offers the opportunity to explore how AI / LLMs can assist in evolving and enhancing platform functionality.

You'll report to the Director of Research & Development, with a preference for candidates based in Canada.

WHAT WILL BE YOUR NEW ROLE

• Contribute to our enterprise CIS product using the Uniface platform, helping enhance and maintain key business functionality.
• Build deep product and domain knowledge to support long-term development efforts.
• Work with senior engineers to explore and apply AI / LLM tools for development efficiency and platform insights.
• Transition into backend development using .NET / C#, contributing to new microservice-based systems as part of our modernization project.
• Design and implement scalable backend services, business logic, and data access layers.
• Collaborate with React frontend developers to ensure end-to-end functionality and seamless integration.
• Support schema design and data handling in relational databases.
• Participate in code reviews and follow modern development practices including CI / CD and Agile workflows.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR

• 0-3 years of professional software development experience.
• Required for entry-level applicants : A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Foundational programming experience in C#, Java, or similar languages.
• Interest in full product lifecycle development-from working on a mature enterprise system to building modern services.
• Ability to read, understand, and improve complex codebases.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT

• Exposure to .NET Core, C#, or backend service development.
• Familiarity or interest in low-code development environments, including Uniface.
• Interest around AI / LLMs and how they can be applied to software development workflows and code conversion.
• Experience with enterprise applications such as ERP or CIS platforms.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs, database design, and backend system architecture.
• Participation in open-source projects, hackathons, or software communities.

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