Software Developer II

Jeppesen ForeFlight; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life insurance

RRSP retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Jeppesen ForeFlight in Montreal, QC, is seeking a Software Developer II to join the Application Development team. You will deliver production Python code, build automated tests, and document work in an Agile setting.

The role requires collaboration with clients, occasional international travel, and a hybrid on-site schedule (2 days/week). Minimum 2 years of software development experience with Python, plus strong Git/GitLab, Linux, and Bash scripting skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical.
• Minimum 2 years of professional software development experience with Python.
• Hands-on experience with Git/GitLab, Linux, and Bash scripting.
• Experience with XML and JSON data formats; familiarity with Agile tools like JIRA/Confluence.
• Fluent English (written and verbal) for client-facing work.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and work assigned Jira tickets within an Agile workflow.
• Write, fix, and maintain Python code; develop automated tests.
• Create and maintain technical documentation in Confluence.
• Collaborate with clients and teammates to understand requirements and resolve issues.
• Use Git/GitLab for version control and participate in code reviews.
• Coordinate via Slack and JIRA; travel internationally up to 20%.

Skills

Python

Bash scripting

Agile methodologies

Client-facing communication

English language fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

Git/GitLab

Linux

JIRA

Confluence

XML/JSON

Job description

Software Developer II (P2)

We are seeking a Software Developer II to join our Application Development team in Montreal. In this client-facing role, you will deliver work independently, write and maintain production Python code, build and maintain automated tests, and document your work, all within an Agile delivery model. You will collaborate closely with clients and teammates, and occasionally travel internationally to support project needs. Location: Montreal, Canada (Hybrid – 2 days/week on‑site, for now)

Key Responsibilities

• Pick up and work assigned Jira tickets as part of the team's Agile workflow
• Write, fix, and maintain code, primarily in Python
• Write and maintain automated tests (e.g., using Gherkin/Behave)
• Write and maintain technical documentation in Confluence
• Collaborate directly with clients to understand requirements and resolve issues
• Use Git/GitLab for version control and participate in code reviews
• Communicate and coordinate with the team via Slack and JIRA
• Travel internationally as needed, up to approximately 20% of the time

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of professional software development experience
• Mandatory hands‑on experience with Python
• Working knowledge of Git/GitLab, Linux, and Bash scripting
• Experience with XML and JSON data formats
• Familiarity with Agile methodology and tools such as JIRA and Confluence
• Fluent English (written and verbal), required for client‑facing work
• Able to work hybrid from the Montreal office (2 days/week) and travel internationally up to 20% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle databases
• Experience writing behavior‑driven tests with Gherkin/Behave
• Familiarity with AI‑assisted development tools such as Claude Code / Cowork
• Prior client‑facing consulting or professional services experience
• Strong collaboration and communication skills within cross‑functional, distributed teams
• Pilot or aviation enthusiast

About Jeppesen ForeFlight

Jeppesen ForeFlight is a leading provider of innovative aviation software solutions, serving the Commercial, Business, Military, and General Aviation sectors globally. Combining Jeppesen’s 90‑year legacy of accurate aeronautical data with ForeFlight’s expertise in cutting‑edge aviation technology, the company delivers an integrated suite of tools designed to enhance safety, improve operational efficiency, and sharpen decision‑making.

Why You Should Join: (Canada)

Benefits

At Jeppesen ForeFlight, we know you want a rewarding career. To do that, you need challenging projects, a good work environment, and awesome coworkers. We believe in our employees and empower them to make a direct impact on our products and services messaging. We strive to provide employees and their loved ones with a world‑class benefits experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Our benefits package includes but is not limited to the following:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with employer paid health premiums for employees and dependents
• Employer paid life and AD&D insurance
• A health care spending account
• Short and long term disability insurance
• Virtual health
• Fitness reimbursement program
• DPSP and RRSP retirement plans
• 3 weeks of PTO for new hires
• Employee Assistance Program
• 2 days off to volunteer annually (effective in 2026)
• Employee referral program (effective in 2026)
• Flight rewards and flight stipend (effective in 2026)