Software Developer

Foresters Financial Services, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Foresters Financial Services, Inc. is hiring a Software Developer to design, build, and support scalable, production-grade software solutions in a cloud-first environment.

You will work with Microsoft technologies and modern engineering practices to deliver enterprise-grade applications, services, and data-enabled solutions. The role requires 3+ years of hands-on development, proficiency in C#, .NET, TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, or SQL, and experience with Azure and DevSecOps.

Qualifications

• Education (minimum required): Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience (minimum required): 3+ years of hands-on software development delivering enterprise-grade applications and services
• Strong proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as C#, .NET, TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, or SQL
• Experience with cloud environments, such as Microsoft Azure or comparable enterprise cloud platforms
• Understanding of application integration, APIs, data processing, and enterprise system interoperability
• Familiarity with modern SDLC practices, including source control, automated testing, CI/CD, and secure coding practices
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools in a disciplined manner and understanding how to incorporate AI-enabled capabilities into software solutions responsibly
• Experience with Azure-based services such as App Services, Functions, API Management, Azure SQL, storage, messaging, or identity and access management
• Experience with Azure DevOps, infrastructure automation, and DevSecOps practices in enterprise environments
• Experience delivering solutions in regulated, production-critical environments
• Familiarity with AI/ML, generative AI, or intelligent automation concepts and related implementation patterns
• Palantir Foundry experience is considered an asset, but is not required

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and support software applications under guidance
• Build solutions using .NET, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript/Python, SQL, and Azure
• Contribute to cloud-first solution development
• Participate in SDLC including coding, testing, deployment, and support
• Follow DevSecOps and CI/CD practices
• Use AI-assisted tools to improve productivity
• Troubleshoot issues with support from senior developers
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Maintain documentation and support continuous improvement

Skills

C#

.NET

TypeScript/JavaScript

Python

SQL

Azure

Azure DevOps

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Azure DevOps

App Services

Functions

API Management

Job description

Career Opportunity Role Title Software Developer

Purpose of role

We are seeking a Software Developer to design, build, and support scalable, production-grade software solutions in a modern cloud-first environment. This role focuses on delivering high-quality applications, services, integrations, and data-enabled solutions using Microsoft-based technologies and modern engineering practices. The ideal candidate should have exposure to software engineering across application development, cloud services, integration, and DevSecOps, along with experience using AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity and incorporating AI capabilities into business solutions in a responsible, secure, and maintainable way.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and support software applications under guidance


• Build solutions using .NET, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript/Python, SQL, and Azure


• Contribute to cloud-first solution development


• Participate in SDLC including coding, testing, deployment, and support


• Follow DevSecOps and CI/CD practices


• Use AI-assisted tools to improve productivity


• Troubleshoot issues with support from senior developers


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams


• Maintain documentation and support continuous improvement

Key Qualifications

• Education (minimum required): Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)


• Experience (minimum required): 3+ years of hands-on software development experience delivering enterprise-grade applications and services


• Strong proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as C#, .NET, TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, or SQL


• Experience with cloud environments, such as Microsoft Azure or comparable enterprise cloud platforms


• Understanding of application integration, APIs, data processing, and enterprise system interoperability


• Familiarity with modern SDLC practices, including source control, automated testing, CI/CD, and secure coding practices


• Experience using AI-assisted development tools in a disciplined manner and understanding how to incorporate AI-enabled capabilities into software solutions responsibly


• Experience with Azure-based services such as App Services, Functions, API Management, Azure SQL, storage, messaging, or identity and access management


• Experience with Azure DevOps, infrastructure automation, and DevSecOps practices in enterprise environments


• Experience delivering solutions in regulated, production-critical environments


• Familiarity with AI/ML, generative AI, or intelligent automation concepts and related implementation patterns


• Palantir Foundry experience is considered an asset, but is not required

#LI-Hybrid Salary Range: $59,000.00 - $84,700.00 The actual base salary for this position will depend on several factors, including job-related skills, experience, and education. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may participate in a discretionary variable incentive plan, results are subject to both individual and company performance.

Equal Opportunity Employment and Inclusion

Equal Opportunity Employment and Inclusion - at Foresters Financial, we are committed to sustaining an equal opportunity environment for all job applicants. We embrace Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (IDE) as a core strategic objective for building strong, innovative teams in which all our employees can show up wholly and authentically as themselves.

Foresters Financial strives to provide an accessible candidate experience for prospective employees with different abilities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodations during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail] in advance of your appointment. Thank you for choosing Foresters. Only those candidates who will be selected for further consideration will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.

Foresters Financial is an international financial services provider with a unique history that began in 1874 when we set out to provide access to life insurance for average, working families. More than 150 years later, we provide life insurance, savings, retirement and investment solutions that help families achieve long-term financial health and security.