Software Developer IV

J.D. Power; Canada; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JD Power is hiring a Software Developer IV for a remote role that supports Canada. The position requires 10+ years of full-stack experience, deep knowledge of TypeScript, HTML, CSS/SCSS, Node.js, REST APIs, and SQL databases.

You will lead engineering tasks, collaborate with stakeholders, and apply AI-assisted development tools to accelerate delivery while upholding security and quality. The role emphasizes fast delivery, code reviews (including AI-generated code), and mentoring peers, with a

Qualifications

• 10+ years of full-stack software development experience.
• Proficient in TypeScript, HTML, CSS/SCSS, Node.js and REST API design.
• SQL-based database querying and both relational/non-relational databases.
• Experience with Angular or React and knowledge of the other.

Responsibilities

• Develop software across the full SDLC from requirements to release.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to estimate work packages and plan tasks.
• Lead day-to-day execution for engineers and coordinate team work.
• Code software from specifications while ensuring quality, security, and standards.
• Perform AI-assisted testing and code reviews to identify defects and secure patterns.
• Create technical and end-user documentation using AI-assisted drafting.

Skills

TypeScript

HTML

CSS/SCSS

Node.js

REST API

SQL

Angular/React

Unit testing

Git

CI/CD

AI-assisted tools

Playwright/Cypress

AWS/Azure/GCP

Redshift

Education

Post-secondary education in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

Git-based CI/CD

AI tools (Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code)

Playwright

Cypress

AWS/Azure/GCP

Elasticsearch

Job description

**Job Description:****Job Title:**Software Developer IV**Location:** Remote – Canada **Reports to:** Software Engineering Manager**Employment Type:** Full-timeThis is a new vacancy**About the Role:**The Software Developer IV contributes to all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle through the analysis, design, implementation, verification, and maintenance of software solutions. This role works closely with Business Unit stakeholders to review requirements, validate designs, create work estimates, develop software, and verify product releases. The Software Developer IV also works in close collaboration with the Software Development Team Lead to define and implement best practices across all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle, including the effective and responsible use of AI-assisted development tools.**In this role, you will:*** Develop a detailed technical understanding of client needs and project requirements* Collaborate with technical stakeholders to create detailed work package estimates* Create, prioritize, assign, and monitor all software development tasks for assigned projects* Lead and coordinate day-to-day execution for Engineering team members* Be the primary point of contact for project team status updates* Design and code software applications from business and technical specifications, leveraging AI-assisted development tools to accelerate delivery while maintaining quality, security, and adherence to team standards* Develop and execute unit, component, and integration tests to verify requirements are met, using AI assistance to expand coverage and identify edge cases that manual authoring might miss* Perform code reviews — including review of AI-generated code — to ensure quality, proactively identify defects, catch hallucinated APIs or insecure patterns, and recommend improvements* Investigate and resolve complex technical issues for assigned projects, using AI tools as a research and debugging accelerator while validating outputs against authoritative sources* Contribute to the creation of technical and end-user product documentation, using AI tools to draft and iterate efficiently from source code, requirements, and design artifacts* Apply secure coding practices and consider production observability, debuggability, and maintainability in all work **Required Qualifications:*** Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience* 10+ years of full-stack software development with both frontend and backend experience* Advanced proficiency in TypeScript, HTML, CSS/SCSS, Node.js, REST API design, and SQL-based database querying* Advanced proficiency in either Angular or React, with working knowledge of the other* Experience writing incremental unit tests and applying coding best practices* Experience with relational and non-relational database design and development* Experience with Git and Git-based CI/CD pipelines* Proficient with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code) and able to judge when to accept, edit, or reject generated output* Skilled at providing effective context — codebase conventions, requirements, constraints — to produce production-quality results* Experience using AI to accelerate test authoring, documentation, and routine refactoring* Aware of AI tool limitations: hallucinated APIs, outdated patterns, security pitfalls in generated code, and the need for human verification before merge* Self-directed and detail-oriented, able to take ownership of work from requirements through release* Strong communication and problem-solving skills, comfortable working across technical and business stakeholders* Supports the growth of other team members through peer reviews, pairing, and mentorship **Preferred Qualifications:*** ElasticSearch or other non-relational query experience* End-to-end test automation experience with Playwright, Cypress, or similar frameworks* Cloud platform experience (AWS preferred; Azure or GCP also valuable), including Redshift or comparable data warehouse experience* Familiarity with secure coding practices and common vulnerability classes (OWASP Top 10)* Experience building software in Agentic fashion**Compensation and Benefits**This position has a starting salary range of $100,000 - $120,000 CAD per year. The range represents what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for the role at the time of posting. An employee’s pay within the range is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, education, qualifications, experience, performance, business or organizational needs, and geographic location.Eligible employees may participate in medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings programs, paid time off, wellness programs, and other company-sponsored benefits. Benefits vary by country and employment status. **Why Join JD Power**JD Power powers auto-related decisions through proprietary data, advanced analytics, deep industry expertise, and workflows that connect insight to action. Operating across North America, Europe, and Australia, we help customers make better decisions and achieve better outcomes.As a virtual-first company, we offer flexible work arrangements, opportunities for learning and development, and a culture centered on the Values that guide how we work every day.· **We power our customers’ success.** Everything we do is focused on helping customers make better decisions and achieve better outcomes.· **We are innovative, collaborative, and grounded in data.** We combine advanced analytics with human expertise to deliver insight that holds up in the real world.· **We make things easy.** We turn complexity into clarity so teams can act faster and with confidence.· **We get it done.** We focus on execution, accountability, and results.· **We start with trust and prove it every day.** Independence, integrity, and credibility are the foundation of our work. **Equal Opportunity & Accommodations**JD Power is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.JD Power is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process for individuals with disabilities or other protected needs under applicable local laws. Please contact [e-mail] for accommodation request. **Data Privacy**JD Power does not disclose your personal data to unauthorized third parties. However, as a global corporation consisting of multiple affiliated companies in various countries, JD Power has international sites and JD Power uses resources located throughout the world. JD Power may from time to time also use third parties to act on JD Power’s behalf. You agree to the fact that to the extent necessary your personal data may be transferred and/or disclosed to any company within JD Power group of companies as well as to third parties acting on JD Power’s behalf, including also transfers to servers and databases outside the country where you provided JD Power with your personal data. Such transfers may include for example transfers and/or disclosures outside the European Economic Area and in the United States of America. If you are a California or United Kingdom resident, additional disclosures about the information we collect and how we use that information can be found by clicking here.**Applications**Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where employment is offered. JD Power does not provide employment sponsorship for this position.