Software Developer 2 - C++

Kinaxis; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible vacation

Flexible work options

Well-being programs

Virtual fitness classes

Mentorship programs

Recognition programs

Hackathons

Job summary

Kinaxis, a global leader in supply chain orchestration, is hiring algorithm developers to design and implement high-performance C++ solutions that power complex supply chains. You will work on scalable algorithms, build tools, and collaborate with product teams to deliver robust software.

The role requires strong knowledge of modern C++, data structures, and design patterns, with Agile experience and a passion for high-quality code.

Qualifications

• Strong C++ programming skills with modern C++ standards (C++11/14/17/20).
• Experience designing high-performance, scalable algorithms for complex domains.
• Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms with practical application in production.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum) and collaborative development.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-performance, scalable and maintainable algorithms to solve business problems.
• Develop and maintain tools and frameworks to accelerate development and testing.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code with peer reviews and coding standards.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to define features and enhancements.
• Define test strategies and develop comprehensive test plans.
• Write unit, functional, and integration tests; debug for robust software.
• Develop automated test scripts for functional, regression, and performance testing.

Skills

C++ programming

Data structures & algorithms

Modern C++ standards

Object-oriented design

Agile / Scrum

Analytical thinking

Supply chain understanding

High-performance coding

Tools

MS Visual Studio

VS Code

Git

Bitbucket

JIRA

Confluence

SonarQube

CoPilot / AI tools

Job description

About Kinaxis

Are you looking to join an innovative, market-leading company where you can truly elevate your career? At Kinaxis we are serious about culture, we are serious about technology, we are serious about customers, and we are serious about not taking ourselves too seriously. If you are looking to be part of an incredible growth story, then we might just be the place for you!

In 1984, we started out as a team of three engineers. Today, we have grown to become a global organization with over 2000 employees around the world, 6 global office and a best-in-class HQ in Ottawa, Canada. As winners of several Top Employer awards globally, we are proud to work with our customers and employees towards solving some of the biggest challenges facing supply chains today.

Kinaxis is a global leader in modern supply chain orchestration, powering complex global supply chains, and supporting the people who manage them. Our powerful, AI infused platform provides full transparency and visibility across end-to-end supply chains, enabling our customers to make faster, better decisions. We are trusted by renowned global brands to provide the agility and predictability needed to navigate today’s volatility and disruption. With more than 40,000 users in over 100 countries, we are expanding our team as we continue to innovate and revolutionize how we support our customers.

Location

Hybrid if located in Toronto or Ottawa. Remote for other locations in Canada

About The Team

Algorithm Developers at Kinaxis create algorithms to solve supply chains worldwide. Each one of us plays an important part in developing solutions, building our culture, and making a global impact.

Every day, we are empowered to work together to help our customers make fast, confident planning decisions. This is how we create a better planet – for each other, for our customers and for generations to come. Our cloud-based platform Maestro ensures that the products we need – everything from medicine and cars to day-to-day items like toothpaste – make it to market and into our hands when we need them with minimal ecological footprint. Our customers have terabytes of data that need to be analyzed for the largest supply chains imaginable. Our algorithms move the global economy-- in seconds, not hours, or days. It’s Big Data with an impact.

Vacancy Status

This is an existing job vacancy

What you will do

• Design and implement high-performance, scalable and maintainable algorithms to solve business problems.
• Develop and maintain tools and frameworks to accelerate development and testing.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, ensuring high-quality deliverables through peer reviews and adherence to coding standards.
• Collaborate closely with other developers, product managers and stakeholders to define features enhancements.
• Define test strategies and develop comprehensive test plans.
• Write unit, functional tests, and integration tests plus debugging to ensure robust high-quality software.
• Design, develop, and support automated test scripts for functional, regression, and performance testing using testing frameworks and tools.

Technologies we use

• Development with object-oriented languages such as C++.
• Object Oriented Design patterns and design practices.
• Experience using Agile methodologies such as Scrum
• Use of common tools including MS Visual Studio, VS Code, Git, Bitbucket, JIRA, Confluence, SonarQube and AI Tools like CoPilot

What we are looking for

• A love of data structures and algorithms, and the desire to apply them in the real world.
• Ability to write C++ code following modern C++ standards (C++11/14/17/20), object-oriented programming, and design patterns.
• Ability to design, develop, and support automated test scripts for functional, regression, and performance testing using testing frameworks and tools.
• Ability to design and implement high performance code.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Background in, or understanding of, supply chain management.

Work With Impact

Our platform directly helps companies power the world’s supply chains. We see the results of what we do out in the world every day, when we see store shelves stocked, when medications are available for our loved ones, and so much more.

Work with Fortune 500 Brands

Companies across industries trust us to help them take control of their integrated business planning and digital supply chain. Some of our customers include Lockheed Martin, Unilever, P&G, ExxonMobil, Cisco and more.

Social Responsibility at Kinaxis

Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee weighs in on hiring practices, talent assessment training materials, and mandatory training on unconscious bias and inclusion fundamentals. Sustainability is key to what we do and we’re committed to a long-term net-zero operations strategy. We are involved in our communities and support causes where we can make the most impact.

People matter at Kinaxis and here are some of the perks and benefits we offer, which may vary by location and employee:

• Flexible vacation and Kinaxis Days (company-wide days off)
• Flexible work options
• Physical and mental well-being programs
• Regularly scheduled virtual fitness classes
• Mentorship programs, training, and career development
• Recognition programs and referral rewards
• Hackathons

For more information, visit the Kinaxis website at www.kinaxis.com or the company’s blog at http://blog.kinaxis.com .

Kinaxis is committed to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process. We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the initial step of the recruitment process to compare submitted resumes against the job description to identify candidates whose education, experience, and skills most closely match the requirements of the role. After the initial screening, all subsequent decisions regarding your application, including final selection, are made by our human recruitment team. AI does not make any final hiring decisions.