Sr Software Engineering Lead/ Architect

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Benefits

Job summary

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions in Toronto, ON is seeking a Sr. Software Engineering Lead/Architect to guide a small team of three developers within a regulated environment.

You will own the software architecture, oversee the full development lifecycle, and ensure delivery of high-quality, compliant solutions. You will provide hands-on technical direction, perform code reviews, mentor engineers, and collaborate with product, QA, and cross-functional stakeholders to align priorities with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of software development experience, ideally in a regulated industry.
• 3–5 years of experience leading software engineering teams.
• Hands-on development in C#, C++, WPF, MVC, and .NET.
• Experience with Git/GitLab, CI/CD and modern development practices.
• Experience in Windows and/or Linux environments.
• Excellent communication and people-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of three software developers, including senior and junior members.
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle from architecture and design through testing, deployment, and sustaining.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance, code reviews, troubleshooting, and complex development support.
• Establish priorities, allocate resources, manage timelines, and ensure delivery per scope.
• Drive software architecture, development processes, testing, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Lead documentation and ensure regulatory and quality requirements are met.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to define requirements and deliver customer-focused solutions.
• Support production issues and mentor teammates to foster accountability and excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Software architecture

C#

C++

WPF

MVC

.NET

Problem solving

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering / Software Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

Git/GitLab

CI/CD

Windows

Linux

DICOM

Job description

Sr. Software Engineering Lead/ Architect

Location: Toronto, ON

Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: $125,000–$165,000 + 15% Bonus + Benefits (Depending on experience)

About The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead a team of software developers within a highly regulated, technology-driven environment. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for overseeing the software development lifecycle, providing technical direction, managing project priorities and timelines, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compliant software solutions. The successful candidate will manage a team of three developers and work closely with engineering, product, and cross‑functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of three software developers, including senior and junior team members.
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle from architecture and design through testing, deployment, commercialization, and sustaining.
• Provide hands‑on technical guidance, code reviews, troubleshooting support, and assistance with complex development challenges.
• Establish priorities, allocate resources, manage timelines, and ensure projects are delivered according to scope and requirements.
• Drive software architecture, development processes, testing, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Lead software documentation and ensure development activities meet applicable regulatory and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and internal/external stakeholders to define requirements and deliver customer‑focused solutions.
• Support production issues and contribute to problem‑solving across both new and mature projects.
• Mentor and develop team members while fostering accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of software development experience, ideally within a regulated industry.
• 3–5 years of experience managing and leading software engineering teams.
• Strong preference for candidates with medical device experience; experience in aerospace or another highly regulated industry may also be considered.
• Strong hands‑on development experience with C#, C++, WPF, MVC, and .NET.
• Experience with software architecture, system design, integration, code reviews, testing, and deployment.
• Experience with Git/GitLab, CI/CD, and modern software development practices.
• Experience developing software in Windows and/or Linux environments.
• Strong understanding of software quality, testing, documentation, and regulated development environments.
• Excellent communication, organizational, problem‑solving, and people‑management skills.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, project roadmaps, timelines, and resources.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with IEC 62304, ISO 13485, IEC 60601, ISO 14971, or similar regulatory standards.
• Familiarity with medical device regulations, including Health Canada, FDA, or EMA requirements.
• Experience with embedded software.
• Familiarity with DICOM or medical imaging systems.
• Experience with Avalonia is an asset.