Software Developer

WorkinGames; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health, dental, vision benefits

Learning & growth opportunities

Job summary

ShyftLabs in Toronto is hiring a Software Developer to join a growing engineering team. You will design and build scalable full-stack applications, APIs, and cloud services while leveraging AI-powered features to enhance user experiences and business workflows.

You’ll collaborate with architects and product teams in an agile setup, contribute to technical planning, and continuously improve development processes. A 2-5 year track record and strong problem-solving skills are expected.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of professional software development experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency in Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, Java, Go, or similar modern programming languages.
• Experience building full-stack applications using modern frontend frameworks (React, Next.js, Angular, etc.) and backend APIs/services.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), databases (SQL/NoSQL), Git, CI/CD, and Agile development practices.
• Experience using AI-powered development tools (GitHub Copilot, Cursor, ChatGPT, Claude, etc.) and integrating LLM or AI APIs into applications.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills, with a focus on writing clean, maintainable code.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable full-stack applications, APIs, and cloud-based services.
• Build and enhance AI-powered features using LLMs, AI agents, vector databases, and related technologies to improve user experiences and business workflows.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and product teams to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with technical and business objectives.
• Participate in solution design, technical planning, estimation, and feature implementation throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Write clean, secure, and maintainable code while following engineering best practices, testing standards, and code review processes.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity, code quality, documentation, and development workflows.
• Contribute to system architecture, technical documentation, and continuous improvement of development processes and platform capabilities.
• Work within Agile teams, participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and cross-functional collaboration with Design, QA, and Product teams.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies, AI frameworks, and industry trends to drive innovation and continuous product improvement.

Skills

Python

TypeScript/JavaScript

Java

Go

Full-stack development

AI tools

Agile methodologies

Problem solving

Communication

Education

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

Tools

React

Next.js

Angular

Git

CI/CD

AWS

Azure

GCP

SQL

NoSQL

LLM integration

GitHub Copilot

Job description

Position Overview

We at ShyftLabs are seeking a highly motivated and curious Software Developer to join our growing engineering team. This role is ideal for young professionals who are excited to learn, eager to build, and passionate about working on real-world challenges in a fast-paced, agile environment. The successful candidate will be highly technical, with a knack for solving complex problems, and a high level of curiosity. At ShyftLabs, we live and breathe data. Since 2020, we’ve been helping Fortune 500 companies unlock growth with cutting-edge digital solutions that transform industries and create measurable business impact. We’re growing fast and we’re looking for passionate problem-solvers who are ready to turn big ideas into real outcomes.

$70,000 - $110,000 a year

Job Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable full-stack applications, APIs, and cloud-based services
• Build and enhance AI-powered features using LLMs, AI agents, vector databases, and related technologies to improve user experiences and business workflows
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and product teams to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with technical and business objectives
• Participate in solution design, technical planning, estimation, and feature implementation throughout the software development lifecycle
• Write clean, secure, and maintainable code while following engineering best practices, testing standards, and code review processes
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity, code quality, documentation, and development workflows
• Contribute to system architecture, technical documentation, and continuous improvement of development processes and platform capabilities
• Work within Agile teams, participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and cross-functional collaboration with Design, QA, and Product teams
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies, AI frameworks, and industry trends to drive innovation and continuous product improvement

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of professional software development experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proficiency in Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, Java, Go, or similar modern programming languages
• Experience building full-stack applications using modern frontend frameworks (React, Next.js, Angular, etc.) and backend APIs/services
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), databases (SQL/NoSQL), Git, CI/CD, and Agile development practices
• Experience using AI-powered development tools (GitHub Copilot, Cursor, ChatGPT, Claude, etc.) and integrating LLM or AI APIs into applications
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills, with a focus on writing clean, maintainable code
• Passion for learning new technologies and staying current with modern software engineering and AI trends

Why You’ll Love Working at ShyftLabs

• Hybrid Flexibility: 3 days per week in our downtown Toronto office.
• Comprehensive Benefits: 100% coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents from day one.
• Growth & Learning: Continuous learning opportunities and influence over technical direction.
• Inclusion at ShyftLabs We’re building something big, and we want you on the journey with us. If you’re ready to use data and innovation to make an impact,

Equal Opportunity Employer

ShyftLabs is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a safe, diverse, and inclusive environment. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds including ethnicity, religion, disability status, gender identity, sexual orientation, family status, age, and nationality to apply. If you require accommodation during the interview process, let us know and we’ll be happy to support you.