Software Developer - Fullstack

Softmax Data Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique software consultancy is looking for a Fullstack Developer to work on innovative projects with clients. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of Ruby on Rails experience and a strong frontend background in Angular or React. This role involves developing software features, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to team success. The position is based in Vancouver and requires onsite work at least 3 days a week. The salary ranges from CAD 140,000 to CAD 150,000 annually.

Benefits

Life insurance with medical coverage

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Option Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of development experience with Ruby on Rails.
• 3+ years of frontend development experience with Angular, React, or similar frameworks.
• Legal status to work in Canada and location in Vancouver area.

Responsibilities

• Develop critical software features and provide technical expertise.
• Manage timelines and support the team by removing blockers.
• Train and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Ruby on Rails

Angular

React

API design

Agile methodologies

Tools

Redis

Sidekiq

Postgres

AWS services

Job description

Softmax Data Inc. is headquartered in Vancouver's downtown core. We are a boutique consultancy specializing in the development of proprietary software for machine learning, data pipeline, and data analytics. Our client portfolio includes industry leaders such as Clio, MoxiWorks, and DomainTools.

We are seeking a Fullstack Developer with strong skills in backend (Rails) and frontend (React and Angular) development. This role requires the individual to collaborate with both internal and external teams to serve one of our core clients. The ideal software engineer should be keen on joining a team that builds innovative software solutions in partnership with external clients. While the primary focus will be working on our client’s projects, there will be opportunities to engage with a broad set of other clients.

Responsibilities

• Developing critical software features, designing architecture, and providing technical expertise.
• Driving best practices and development principles, understanding key metrics, and finding ways for the team to continue to improve.
• Assisting the Engineering Manager with the delivery of product features, managing timelines, and supporting the team by removing blockers and achieving Sprint goals.
• Helping to reduce the Support backlog by identifying and eliminating the root causes of high-impact issues.
• Working productively with minimal supervision, as well as enjoying collaboration with others.
• Training and mentoring junior engineers / developers.

Qualifications

• Must already possess the legal status to work in Canada.
• Must be located in the Vancouver area or relocate within 2 months, and be able to work in the office at least 3 days per week.
• A minimum of 5 years of development experience with Ruby on Rails.
• At least 3 years of frontend development experience (with Angular, React, or similar frameworks).
• Recent experience with tools such as Redis, Sidekiq, Postgres, EKS, Buildkite, and/or other AWS services.
• A solid understanding of API design, including the pros and cons of network communication between services.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with others.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the capability to manage and simplify complex systems and requirements.
• Creative and innovative, with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and the ability to lead in feature scoping, architecture, and delivery.

Salary Range

140,000 CAD / YR - 150,000 CAD / YR

• Life insurance with medical coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Stock Option Plan for all permanent employees

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Software Development

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