Software Engineer

Localintel; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic software company in Vancouver is seeking a passionate Software Engineer to join their team in developing next-generation location intelligence technology. You will design, build, and scale their enterprise SaaS platform, working across the full stack and helping transform complex data into meaningful insights. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, proficiency in Python, and at least 2 years of experience in software development. This role offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Health insurance

Health spending account

Paid sick leave

Vacation

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional software development experience.
• Applied research or experience in engineering data-intensive enterprise software systems is considered an asset.
• A problem-solving mindset with a focus on collaboration and high-quality delivery.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable web applications and APIs.
• Develop data pipelines and storage systems.
• Collaborate with product managers and UX designers.
• Participate in code reviews and promote best practices.
• Troubleshoot and improve system performance.
• Contribute to architectural discussions.
• Take ownership of software delivery across the lifecycle.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Proficiency in Java or C#

Strong understanding of software engineering principles

Advanced knowledge of SQL

Knowledge of JavaScript and TypeScript

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Join our team building next-generation location intelligence technology.

About Localintel

At Localintel, our diverse team of inventors and builders is pioneering a new category of data-driven location intelligence solutions. Our SaaS products are used by hundreds of government customers across North America, including Invest in Canada, the British Columbia and Alberta provincial governments, and the cities of Vancouver, Washington DC, and Seattle. Founded in 2016, Localintel is venture-backed, growing, and expanding into new verticals. If you believe in making an impact every day by tackling new and exciting challenges with the help of amazing colleagues, then our team is the perfect fit. For more information, visit www.ecdev.org.

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and curious Software Engineer to join our growing team. You will design, build, and scale our enterprise SaaS platform that delivers powerful location intelligence and geospatial analytics. You will work across the full stack—from data pipelines and backend systems to user-facing applications—helping transform complex data into meaningful insights that empower businesses and communities.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable web applications and APIs using modern frameworks and cloud technologies
• Develop data pipelines and storage systems that process and integrate large, diverse geospatial datasets
• Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and other engineers to translate business needs into technical solutions
• Write clean, well-structured, and maintainable code while participating in code reviews and promoting best practices
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and improve system performance
• Contribute to architectural discussions and design decisions for new features and systems
• Take ownership of software delivery across the lifecycle from design to deployment, monitoring, and support

Qualifications

Your most valuable skill is the ability to learn, closely followed by knowing when to ask for help. You love solving problems collaboratively and delivering products that make an impact. You also have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, with a Master’s degree preferred
• 2+ years of professional software development experience. Applied research or experience in engineering data-intensive enterprise software systems is considered an asset
• Proficiency in Python plus one of Java or C#
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles including object-oriented design, data structures, algorithms, and design patterns
• Advanced knowledge of SQL, relational data modeling, and database design
• Knowledge of JavaScript and TypeScript
• A problem-solving mindset with a focus on collaboration, efficiency, and high-quality delivery
• A desire to continuously learn and improve both personally and as part of a team

What We Offer

• Impactful work that helps communities grow and thrive
• Collaborative environment that values knowledge sharing and innovation
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, health spending account, paid sick leave, and vacation
• Career growth opportunities in a dynamic environment

Location

This position is based in Vancouver, BC. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and should be able to commute and work from our downtown Vancouver office on a daily basis. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.