Software Developer II – Backend Python

Safe Software Inc; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company is seeking a Backend Developer for their Cloud Applications team in Surrey, BC. This role involves creating innovative cloud-based products and services, requiring strong expertise in Python and experience with web frameworks. The company offers a flexible work environment and opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Health & wellness benefits from day 1

3 weeks of vacation plus 6 seasonal days off

Annual learning budget

Community volunteer opportunities

Profit sharing

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a related role.
• Experience with web frameworks (e.g. FastAPI).
• Understanding of client-side/server-side vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop server-side services and APIs using FastAPI.
• Incorporate relevant ideas into AI assistant's design.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain clean code.

Skills

Proficient with Python

Writing automated tests

Object-oriented programming

RESTful APIs

Networking

Relational databases

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

Alberta - Remote
9639 137A Street
Suite 1200
Surrey, BC V3T0M1, CAN

Alberta - Remote
9639 137A Street
Suite 1200
Surrey, BC V3T0M1, CAN

British Columbia
Safe Software Head Office
9639 137A Street
Suite 1200
Surrey, BC V3T0M1, CAN

British Columbia
Safe Software Head Office
9639 137A Street
Suite 1200
Surrey, BC V3T0M1, CAN

Manitoba - Remote
9639 137A Street
Suite 1200
Surrey, BC V3T0M1, CAN

Manitoba - Remote
9639 137A Street
Suite 1200
Surrey, BC V3T0M1, CAN

• Location: : This opportunity is available remotely across Canada (excluding Quebec) or can be onsite, hybrid, or remote in Surrey, BC.
  
• Please note that employment is contingent upon the successful completion of reference checks and background checks, including a Canadian criminal background check.

Application Instructions:

• Please upload your application files in PDF format only.

Software Developer II, Full Stack Application

Safe Software is looking for a Backend Developer to join our Cloud Applications team and contribute to the development of our FME AI Service and other cloud-based products: FME Flow Hosted, FME Hub, and FME Account.

About The Team

As a member of our Cloud Applications development team, you will play a big part in designing and developing new features, as well as maintaining existing functionalities in our products. You will primarily work in Python (FastAPI and LangChain), with a willingness to learn new languages and technologies as needed. You will also contribute to support our live applications.

The team practices Agile development and utilizes Kanban boards to manage their backlog, epics and stories. As a Developer, you will regularly participate in team meetings (stand-ups, planning) and have the chance to voice your ideas and work closely with our Product Manager, UX Designer, and QA.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Backend Developer, you will:

• Participate in the development of new functionalities by designing and developing server-side services and APIs (FastAPI).
• Stay up to speed with developments in AI, and incorporate relevant ideas into our AI assistant's design.
• Participate in every aspect of the development cycle, including refining specifications with the product owner, developing clean and maintainable code, writing unit and integration tests, doing code reviews, and maintaining and improving existing code.
• Collaborate, support and share expertise with other team members.
• Work closely with the product owner and design team to deliver a high quality and consistent user experience.
• Maintain and continuously improve the building and delivery of our AI service to reduce query latency and improve assistant response quality.
• Investigate, evaluate the impact and resolve anomalies and bugs in live applications.
• As part of your progression toward the Developer III role, you will participate in the team’s on-call rotation to support live applications.

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies

Safers come from a variety of backgrounds with a diversity in skills and knowledge. That said, we find that those who are most successful in this role have experience with the following areas.

Required skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a related role.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient with Python
  • Experience working with a web framework (e.g. FastAPI, Ruby on Rails, Spring)
  • Experience in writing automated tests (unit, integration)
  • Strong, practical understanding of object-oriented programming languages, RESTful APIs, networking, and relational databases
• You are passionate about coding, have a curious mind, and are keen to learn new tools and technologies.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal - You are confident in your ability to communicate with the team as well as with internal stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills - You are able to organize your time and prioritize tasks efficiently with mature judgment.
• You are a critical thinker and seek to solve problems by bringing new ideas forward.
• You are resourceful and able to work well in a team-based environment.

Understanding of common client and server side vulnerabilities (e.g. OWASP Top 10).

Previous project or work experience with LLM-based applications, and familiarity with techniques such as RAG, prompt engineering, tool calling, and automated evaluations.

Experience with Docker and deploying applications on Kubernetes.

Experience working with services from a cloud provider, such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.

What You Can Expect

When you choose a career with Safe Software, you’re also choosing…

• Meaningful Work: Make a profound impact across our business, workplace and data integration product.
• A Supportive Environment: Feel empowered to share your ideas and implement them with high autonomy and team support.
• Social Responsibility: Become part of a team that finds meaningful ways to give back . Take paid time off to volunteer for one of our Safe-organized opportunities that align with our core community initiatives.
• Learning & Career Development: We believe in your continuous learning and growth. Take advantage of an annual learning budget and training programs paid for by Safe.
• Flexible Working Hours: Flexible and remote-friendly work arrangements to fit your lifestyle. Work when you want, and how you want to.
• Work-Life Balance: There's no place for burnout at Safe. Maintain a healthy balance of your personal and work life without splitting yourself in two. Enjoy 3 weeks of vacation to recharge, plus an additional paid 6 seasonal days off per year.
• Health & Wellness: Extended health, dental and counseling benefits from day 1. That’s right, no waiting period.
• Shared Success: Share in Safe’s success with our bi-annual profit sharing and RRSP/TFSA matching program.
• An Accessible Commute: Regardless of your commute method, we’re located close to public transit, and provide complimentary parking and bike storage for our team!

About Safe Software

Safe Software transforms organizations with FME, the only All-Data Any-AI Enterprise Integration Platform connecting all your data, anywhere, at any velocity. With over 30 years of expertise and 25,000+ enterprise customers across 125+ countries, we simplify your data journey, wherever it leads.

Founded in 1993, Safe is headquartered in Surrey, BC with over 200 team members and counting. We’re always looking for talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are determined to learn and grow. Are you ready to join the team?

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Safe Software is an equal opportunity employer and we truly believe that innovation and strength begin with diversity and inclusion. We welcome all candidates regardless of race, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, disability, national or ethnic origin, political belief, religion, or family status. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] .